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Handling 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:Â Â Â Â 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…
Read MoreCapitol Update: Two PIA-Backed Bills Signed Into Law
Capitol Update: Two PIA-Backed Bills Signed Into Law On Wednesday, December 6th, PIA leaders joined Governor Tony Evers in his office for the signing of two different PIA-backed bills at the Wisconsin State Capitol. PIA Secretary Octavio Padilla, Mirabella Padilla, and Gov. Tony Evers Teaching Students Financial Literacy The first bill will require students to…
Read MoreWisconsin Youth Apprenticeship: A Strategy for Meeting Your Future Workforce Needs
Wisconsin Youth Apprenticeship: A Strategy for Meeting Your Future Workforce Needs If your business is seeking an effective strategy for attracting and retaining workforce talent, consider partnering with the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development’s Youth Apprenticeship (YA) program. The YA program is a valuable entry-level employment experience that can bring new committed talent to your business.…
Read MoreRising Insurance Rates
Rising Insurance Rates By: Jeff Menary | Grinnell Mutual President & CEO It’s no secret to buyers of almost any type of property-casualty insurance policy — home, auto, business — that rates are rising, regardless of whether claims have been submitted. People may also have heard about major insurers who are pulling out of certain…
Read MoreThanksgiving and Cybersecurity: A Feast of Protection
Thanksgiving and Cybersecurity: A Feast of Protection By: Judd Genda & Robert Procter | Axley Attorneys Just like a well-prepared Thanksgiving meal, cybersecurity is the recipe for safeguarding your digital world. In the expansive landscape of cybersecurity, various threats loom. Here are some of the more common cyber threats: Malware: Malware is an unwelcome intruder,…
Read MorePIA’s Jon Gentile Named Top Lobbyist by the National Institute for Lobbying and Ethics
PIA’s Jon Gentile Named Top Lobbyist by the National Institute for Lobbying and Ethics WASHINGTON – Jon Gentile, vice president of government relations for the National Association of Professional Insurance Agents (PIA), has been named a 2023 Top Lobbyist by National Institute for Lobbying and Ethics (NILE) in the association category. “I am honored to…
Read MoreSeven Tips for Making Driving at Night Easier and Safer
Seven Tips for Making Driving at Night Easier and Safer With the recent change in daylight hours, more and more time is going to be spent in the dark. Most people will now be driving to or from work in the dark – or both! Unfortunately, this is more hazardous, with driving deaths occurring 3x…
Read MorePIA Celebrates Dan Keyes’ Contributions to Insurance
PIA Celebrates Dan Keyes’ Contributions to Insurance During PIA’s Awards Luncheon on October 5th at Engage 2023, PIA celebrated individuals’ success stories and all that they have contributed to the insurance industry. One of those major contributors is Dan Keyes of Wisconsin Mutual Insurance Company. Dan has been a longstanding supporter of the PIA and…
Read MoreCybersecurity Awareness Month: Turn on Multifactor Authentication
Cybersecurity Awareness Month: Turn on Multifactor Authentication Brought to you by: We are recognizing Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October by sharing tips to promote a strong and resilient security culture in your organization. To turn away cyber-attacks, a little knowledge teamed with critical thinking skills can go a long way! Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is…
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