April 17, 2017
Insurance Journal West Magazine
Insurance Journal West Magazine
Risk Management Issue - with RIMS Distribution; Social Services; Entertainment, Sports & Special Events
In this Issue
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FeaturesCalifornia State Fund 2016 Report Shows 128K Policies Written
The California State Compensation Insurance Fund's 2016 annual report... -
FeaturesOnline Tool Locates California Agents, Brokers Who Speak a Foreign Language
The California Department of Insurance has launched an online... -
FeaturesReport: Claims from Workers in California’s Sierras Involve Only 4 Industries
More than half of all claims from workers living in California's... -
FeaturesGolden Bear Claims Manager Addresses Agency Fraud
Beth Ossino, claims manager at Golden Bear Insurance Co. in Stockton,... -
People & PlacesPeople – West
Kristin S. Palmer has been named senior vice president and head of... -
FeaturesOwners of California Hotel Cleaning Firm Plead Guilty to Workers’ Comp Fraud
The owners of a cleaning company serving luxury hotels in Southern... -
FeaturesCalifornia Worker’s Comp Governing Committee Votes for Lower Mid-Year Filing
The insurer and public members of the Workers' Compensation Rating... -
FeaturesReport: Traffic Deaths in L.A. Jumped Sharply in 2016
A report finds traffic deaths in Los Angeles jumped sharply despite a...
National Coverage
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FeaturesOSHA Offers Mitigation Tips to Protect Against Workplace Violence
According to OSHA, employers should establish a zero-tolerance policy... -
FeaturesWhat to Know About Insuring Fairs, Festivals and Other Special Events
The world of fairs and festivals has evolved well beyond the pie... -
Editor's NoteWhat Young Agents Like and Don’t Like
Overall, young agents seem happy with their career choice. They enjoy... -
FeaturesNorman-Spencer’s New Nonprofit Division Gives Back
Norman-Spencer Agency is a newcomer to the nonprofit market. This... -
FeaturesSocial Services Agencies, and Insurers, Looking to Grow
This is shaping up to be a watershed year for nonprofit and social... -
FeaturesIdentifying the Hybrid Nonprofit Organization
It can be difficult to distinguish whether a client is a hybrid... -
Idea ExchangeThe Wedge: Top 7 Agency, Producers Problems Owners Should Solve
(Top Seven Problems You Really Want to Solve) Agency owners with an... -
Closing QuoteClosing Quote: 4 Regulatory Scenarios in 2017
This year has ushered in a wave of change that will drive disruption... -
FeaturesPersonal Auto Rate Hikes Not Keeping Up with Losses: Fitch
U.S. personal auto underwriters increased premium rates... -
Business MovesBusiness Moves
EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants, The Capacity Group EPIC... -
DeclarationsDeclarations
Leaks Happen "The hypocrisy really lies in the pipeline corporations... -
FeaturesInsurance Rates for Architects, Engineers Stabilize or Decline in 2016: Survey
Although a slim majority of insurance companies providing architects... -
New MarketsMy New Markets
Trustees and Officers Market Detail: United Educators (www.ue.org)... -
FeaturesUnderstanding the Needs of the Hybrid Nonprofit Organization
The nonprofit of yesterday has evolved, and a new, hybrid nonprofit... -
Idea ExchangeMinding Your Business: Key Deals Makers and Deal Breakers Today
Why are some transactions or "deals," as they are called, most likely... -
FeaturesTop 25: P/C Direct Premium Written Up 4 Percent in 2016
Direct premium written (DPW) for property/casualty insurance... -
FeaturesRisk Management: Employers Benefit from Mitigating Workplace Violence
Each year, close to 2 million workers are victims of workplace...
