Ninety days prior to policy renewal date, policyholders will receive a payroll verification form in the mail. This form includes expiring payrolls and class codes necessary for review. In order to avoid large audit swings, it’s important to accurately estimate any payroll updates in order for the renewal policy to be quoted with the correct… Continue reading
Summer in Michigan brings us a higher heat index and an increased chance of severe storms. Here’s how to protect your customers, staff, and your business during a severe weather outbreak. Get Out of the Heat Working in extremely warm conditions for an extended amount of time can be dangerous to your workers. To prevent… Continue reading
June is Youth Employment Month in Michigan. Give young adults the opportunity to gain work experience and skills for future careers. As the weather warms and schools break for the summer, many young adults will begin job-hunting and entering the workforce. Hiring young workers will, in turn, help fuel the economy and add well-trained and… Continue reading
Youth employment is defined as the engagement of a minor 14 to 17 years of age to work by a person, firm, or corporation. The lawful employment of minors is an important part of shaping the future workforce and cultivating entrepreneurs. Employers of today play a big role in how productive the future labor force… Continue reading
By: Kurt Dettmer, Senior Vice President, Insurance Sales & Business Development A question insurance agents often receive is a simple one: “Do I need to have a Workers’ Compensation Policy”? Even if your Michigan business has just one employee, your business is required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Carrying workers’ compensation insurance protects both you… Continue reading
Ice and snow season is here – and it’s time to make sure you’re prepared for the weather. A slip and fall can cause a workers’ compensation claim, or a lawsuit from a customer. Stop an accident before it starts by following these key steps to keep your business safe! 5 Ways to Prevent Slip… Continue reading
As your workers’ compensation provider, Retailers Insurance Company is committed to helping you get care for your employees while controlling your costs. To do that, we urge you to maintain a safety focused environment and report claims immediately after the accident. Prompt medical care is essential for the workers’ return to health and the workplace… Continue reading
During the pandemic, when people worked remotely, pet adoptions skyrocketed. As companies are bringing employees back to the office, many workers want to bring along their furry friends. A growing number of companies are adopting pet-friendly policies. Research shows that pet-friendly workplaces can be happy and playful. But having a pet-friendly office requires a policy that protects… Continue reading
Prevention Wear proper foot gear Take smaller steps when walking Walk slowly and never run on icy ground Keep both hands free for balance rather than in your pockets Use handrails from start to finish Avoid carrying loads Keep your eyes on where you are going Test potentially slick areas by tapping your foot on… Continue reading
By TOM CLEMENT, MRA General Counsel Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, retail has shown that it is equally focused on customer and employee health and business success and has proven that both can be achieved simultaneously. Retailers have demonstrated, and the data proves, that they can follow the rules and keep business safe and open. In a… Continue reading