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N.J.: Bill to limit NDAs in employment contracts reported out of Senate committee

N.J.: Bill to limit NDAs in employment contracts reported out of Senate committee

by Bradford J. Lachut, Esq. | Mar 5, 2025 | Advocacy, Featured, General News

A bill that was reported out of the Senate Labor Committee in New Jersey, S-1688, would, if passed, further restrict the use of nondisclosure and nondisparagement agreements in employment contracts—particularly in cases involving discrimination, retaliation or...

PIANY advocates for fairness and flexibility in WC system

PIANY advocates for fairness and flexibility in WC system

by Bradford J. Lachut, Esq. | Feb 26, 2025 | Advocacy

PIANY is championing two key legislative initiatives—Bills S.5320 and S.5327, which would improve the way businesses and brokers interact with the New York State Insurance Fund. These bills would ensure fair compensation for insurance brokers and eliminate unnecessary...

Bump in the road: Navigate pregnancy discrimination in the workplace

Bump in the road: Navigate pregnancy discrimination in the workplace

by Danielle Caswell, Esq. | Feb 24, 2025 | Featured, General News

While a pregnancy announcement at work can be welcomed and exciting, sometimes it can stress the relationship between employer and employee. Surprisingly, pregnancy discrimination often is one of those awkward discussion topics that tends to be avoided, or it gets...

N.Y.: Two bills could impact HR policies and procedures

N.Y.: Two bills could impact HR policies and procedures

by Danielle Caswell, Esq. | Feb 19, 2025 | Advocacy, Featured

Recently, the New York state Legislature began its 2025 session, and with it came two newly introduced bills—A.892 and A.3529—which, if passed, would bring notable changes to employment policies across the state. These bills would expand employee benefits, including...

Identify risks in emerging niche industries

Identify risks in emerging niche industries

by Alex Morgan | Jan 31, 2025 | Consumer-focused, Featured

Emerging niche industries are reshaping markets, offering innovative solutions to unique challenges. However, these industries often face risks distinct from traditional sectors. From mental health challenges to regulatory uncertainty, the fast pace of growth can...

A company-wide approach to cyber security preparedness and risk management

A company-wide approach to cyber security preparedness and risk management

by Katie Brenneman | Jan 10, 2025 | Agency Management, Consumer-focused, Featured

We’re long past the days when cybersecurity was just an IT issue. Now, it’s a company-wide imperative that requires everyone to be hypervigilant and proactive. With cyberattacks becoming more frequent and sophisticated, organizations must adopt a holistic approach to...

New York’s 2025 Paid Family Leave rates

New York’s 2025 Paid Family Leave rates

by Shirley Albright, CPIA, CISR | Jan 3, 2025 | Featured, Technical

The New York State Department of Financial Services has announced new Paid Family Leave premium rates for 2025. On Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, the maximum PFL contribution rate changed from 0.373% to 0.388% of an employee’s gross annualized wages. This translates to a...

Conn.: NCCI 2025 WC loss cost decrease of 6.1% approved

Conn.: NCCI 2025 WC loss cost decrease of 6.1% approved

by Dan Corbin, CPCU, CIC, LUTC | Nov 20, 2024 | Featured, Technical

The Connecticut Insurance Department approved the proposed workers’ compensation loss cost filing made by the National Council on Compensation Insurance, consisting of an overall 6.1% decrease. Also approved is an overall assigned risk rate reduction of 6.2%. These...

Workplace: Build employee morale, appreciation

Workplace: Build employee morale, appreciation

by Katie Brenneman | Nov 8, 2024 | Agency Management

Many employers are grappling with low levels of employee engagement and morale. Factors like increased workloads, lack of recognition and insufficient communication create a workplace atmosphere in which employees may feel undervalued and disconnected. This...

N.J.: 2025 WC overall rate level decreases 6.9%

N.J.: 2025 WC overall rate level decreases 6.9%

by Dan Corbin, CPCU, CIC, LUTC | Oct 29, 2024 | Technical

The New Jersey Compensation Rating and Inspection Bureau received approval from the Department of Banking and Insurance for a rate revision of -6.9% to become effective Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2025, applicable to new and renewal policies. The NJCRIB distributed Circular...

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