Stowers Doctrine Explained
The Stowers Doctrine holds that a liability insurer that undertakes the defense of an insured has a duty to act in good faith in settling a liability claim. It is named for a seminal Texas case, G. A. Stowers Furniture Co. v. American Indem. Co., 15 S.W.2d 544 (Tex. Comm'n App. 1929).
6 Forces Driving Commercial Property Insurance Costs
The market for commercial property insurance continues to be challenging. Here are several factors contributing to premium increases for commercial property coverage.
OSHA Continues its National Emphasis Program for Heat
As the one-year anniversary of OSHA launching its National Emphasis Program for Heat approaches, it is important to revisit some key takeaways.
Workers’ Compensation Rates Continue to Fall, Causing E-Mod Scores to Climb
When purchasing any product or service, it makes perfect sense to associate a better RATE with a better PRICE.
New DOL Rule Would Have Retirement Plans Consider Environmental and Social Factors
On November 22, 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) introduced new regulations that allow retirement plans to factor in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations when choosing investments and exercising shareholder rights.
How Employers Can Maintain Worker Well-Being with Leaner Budgets
As businesses across the country struggle to adjust their budgets during an uncertain economic climate, ensuring employee well-being has become increasingly difficult.