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Navigating Worker’s Compensation Insurance for Contactors
Navigating Worker’s Compensation Insurance for Contactors By: Judd A. Genda & Robert C. Procter | Axley Attorneys In the complex insurance world, particularly in worker’s compensation, the relationship between general contractors and subcontractors can present many challenges and legal nuances. As an insurance agent, it’s crucial to understand the interplay between legal requirements and practical…
Read MoreSecurity Camera Surveillance
Security Camera Surveillance Brought to you by: Security camera footage can be helpful in managing insurance claims. In addition to recording property damage or catching a burglar “in-the-act,” surveillance of every day activities around your client’s home or business can be useful when investigating liability claims. Business owners, in particular, are likely to face liability…
Read MoreWhat Are We Doing About Cyber Liability?
What Are We Doing About Cyber Liability? By: John Strom, PIA of Wisconsin Vice President In the past few months, I have participated in many company meetings, agent discussions and CE classes. Everywhere that insurance folk gather, I hear the question, “what are we doing about cyber liability?” Cyber liability is the elephant in the…
Read MoreSen. Knodl and Rep. Donovan Receive PIA’s Legislative Excellence Award
Sen. Knodl and Rep. Donovan Receive PIA’s Legislative Excellence Award On Tuesday, PIA board members traveled to the Wisconsin State Capitol to present the annual Legislative Excellence Award. The Professional Insurance Agents of Wisconsin’s Legislative Excellence Award is given annually to a member of each house who demonstrates support for PIA priority issues and leads…
Read MoreWisconsin Agencies Licensed with OCI Must Complete Annual Cybersecurity Certification Form
Wisconsin Agencies Licensed with OCI Must Complete Annual Cybersecurity Certification Form Beginning in 2023, agencies licensed by OCI and domiciled in Wisconsin must annually certify by March 1st that they are following the information security program requirements of Wisconsin Act 73. Does My Agency Need to Complete the Certification? Most PIA Member agencies are exempt…
Read MoreNew for Members: Sample Employee Handbook
New for Members: Sample Employee Handbook By: Pete Hanson We’ve all completed our January 1 renewals and set our goals for the coming year. Still, it’s the beginning of a new year and we’re thinking about what we can do to improve in 2024. What if I told you there is a simple step you…
Read MoreThe Compelling Case for Employee Handbooks
The Compelling Case for Employee Handbooks By: Leslie Sammon, Robert Procter & Judd Genda | Axley Brynelson, LLP Embarking on a new year calls for strategic resolutions, and one that should top your list is creating or updating your company’s employee handbook – a crucial document that businesses need to embrace. A well-crafted employee handbook…
Read More1st Auto/WRC Liquidation Order Officially Entered
1st Auto/WRC Liquidation Order Officially Entered On January 2nd, 2024, the Liquidation Order for 1st Auto was entered by the Dane County Circuit Court. The vast majority of policies have been moved to another insurer, but there is still a small percentage that remain. Those remaining 1st Auto insureds need to find replacement coverage, as…
Read MoreHandling Certificates of Insurance? What Can Go Wrong?
Handling Certificates of Insurance? What Can Go Wrong? Brought to you by: Improper handling of certificates of insurance (COIs) can often lead to E&O litigation. In fact, 6%-8% of E&O claims each year deal with COIs. What can you do? Establish set written procedures to ensure the proper handling and execution of certificates. KEY ISSUES…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Federal Pacific Electric Co. Breaker Panels
What You Should Know About Federal Pacific Electric Co. Breaker Panels Brought to you by: Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) breaker panels were commonly used from the 1950s to the 1980s and were installed in both residential and commercial buildings. They are now considered by many to be a latent fire risk and generally…
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