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Author, Jeremy Hoolihan, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
The Employment Practices Liability Insurance (EPLI) marketplace has faced a number of factors that are contributing to skyrocketing premiums and deductibles. Many insurance companies are facing the choice of whether to remain in the marketplace or exit altogether. Those willing to remain are then faced with having to consider the following changes…
Author, Dave Garcia, President, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
As we come to the end of 2020, the most challenging year most of us have ever experienced, where COVID-19, wild fires and other natural disasters took their toll emotionally, physically, mentally and financially on all of us we can only hope for a brighter 2021.
Author, Chase Hixson, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought a slew of unknowns to employers across the country, especially as it relates to human resources questions and Employment Practices Liability (EPLI). Rancho Mesa’s RM365 HRAdvantage™ Portal has been a favorite of our clients ever since its release in 2019. The portal continues to grow in popularity as employers face new challenges as workplace standards and employee interaction changes, almost daily.
Author, Kevin Howard, CRIS, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
As insurance companies brace for a spike in claim filings due to COVID-19, one under the radar coverage that could be severely impacted is Employment Practices Liability (EPLI). With just over 22,000,000 employees recently laid off, terminated or furloughed nationwide, most experts anticipate that EPLI claim frequency will jump.
Author, Kevin Howard, CRIS, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
In this unsettling time throughout various workforces, it makes good business sense to consider EPLI options with varied deductible ranges. Having that clarity brings comfort to many clients who have worked years to build their business, acquire assets, and improve their net worth. Exposing their business to what could very well be unlimited costs creates considerable risk moving forward.
Author, Alyssa Burley, Client Services Coordinator, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
In September 2018, former California Governor Jerry Brown approved Senate Bill 1343 (SB 1343) which expanded the requirements for Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention training within California workplaces.
In order for the Sexual Harassment and Abusive Conduct Prevention training to be compliant, it must meet the following requirements. The training must:
Author, Kevin Howard, CRIS, Account Executive, Construction Gorup, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Insurance is often considered a necessary evil by business owners. It can represent a significant line item on a profit & loss statement rivaling the cost in some cases of payroll, material costs and rent. With deductibles that can range from $15,000-$25,000 per claim, why then would a business spend dollars on an insurance policy that is not required by either state law or part of any General Contractor’s insurance specifications?
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