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Health care insurers are proposing a median 6% increase for Affordable Care Act (ACA) health plan premiums in 2024, according to a Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF) report. Rising prices for health care services and medications are a key driver for the proposed increase in 2024 ACA Marketplace premiums. While medical inflation tends to lag behind the rest of the economy due to the nature of provider contracts, it appears that inflation is starting to impact the prices of health care services, causing them to increase. As a result, many insurers expect inflation to place upward pressure on health care premiums as well as administrative costs.

According to the Congressional Budget Office, hurricane and tropical storm damages account for approximately $9 billion in losses to commercial businesses each year. Keep these tips in mind as we enter Hurricane season this year.

Preventing workplace injuries and fatalities is crucial for organizations of all sizes and across sectors. Without safety initiatives in place, organizations could experience increased incident rates, higher workers’ compensation costs, reduced productivity levels and diminished staff morale. Fortunately, various technological solutions can help organizations mitigate potential hazards and protect their employees from harm.

Workers’ compensation coverage is not only required in most states but also plays a major role in connecting injured employees to the care they need to return to work as quickly and safely as possible. That’s why it’s crucial for your organization to develop an effective workers’ compensation program.

As a business owner, you know the importance of protecting your company from potential risks and liabilities. When your organization acquires or forms new entities, it's essential to take into consideration how General Liability (GL) insurance can safeguard your interests during this transitional period. However, there are some critical nuances to be aware of, especially when dealing with Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) and Joint Ventures.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that vehicle thefts in the United States are on the rise, with more than 1 million motor vehicles stolen in 2022—a 25% increase from previous years. In partnership with the National Insurance Crime Bureau, the NHTSA encourages all vehicle owners to be extra vigilant in their security practices to prevent theft.

On July 26, 2023, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published final rules to enhance and standardize how companies disclose cybersecurity risk management, strategy, governance and incidents. The rules apply to public companies that are subject to the reporting requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The final rules will become effective 30 days after they are published in the Federal Register.

The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a new version of Form I-9 that employers should use starting August 1, 2023.

An umbrella insurance policy protects you from a downpour—that worst-case scenario where you could lose everything in a lawsuit.

From an insurance buyer’s perspective, it can sometimes feel as if premium prices change on a whim. But the truth is that the insurance market is cyclical in nature, fluctuating between soft and hard markets.