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By: Pete Hanson, CAE, CISR | PIA Executive Director On April 23rd, the Federal Trade Commission approved a new regulation banning most U.S. employers from utilizing non-compete agreements. Not only will current non-compete agreements become invalid, but employers will have to notify employees in writing that those agreements are no longer valid. PIA and many…

By: Pete Hanson, CAE, CISR | PIA executive Director The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) on Tuesday approved a new regulation banning most U.S. employers from utilizing non-compete agreements. Not only will current non-compete agreements become invalid, but employers will have to notify employees in writing that those agreements are no longer valid. This will clearly…

The peer-to-peer car sharing industry is relatively new and continuing to grow in Wisconsin and the greater United States. The concept is simple: just like platforms now let you rent out your home, platforms have emerged that are allowing users to rent out their cars. For those that rent their cars, they are earning extra…

WEST BEND, WI (March 12, 2024) – In a significant leadership transition, West Bend Insurance Company announced the promotion of Rob Jacques to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Jacques, who has dedicated over 24 years to the company, also currently holds the position as President an appointment he’s held since 2022, where he represented the Commercial…

By: Luke Strupp, CPIA | PIA Director As Wisconsinites traverse the new year, they may find themselves faced with an unwelcome surprise: more insurance rate hikes. Whether it’s auto, home, or health insurance, rising premiums seem to be a constant trend. But what’s driving this surge in costs for 2024? One significant factor contributing to…