The Silent Killer: Carbon Monoxide

Carbon monoxide can’t be seen or smelled, but if gone undetected, it can lead to death. According to the CDC, more than 420 people die in the U.S. from accidental carbon monoxide poisoning each year. Additionally, more than 100,000 people in the U.S. visit the emergency room each year due to accidental carbon monoxide poisoning. … Continue reading

Seasonal Safety Tips

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Maintain your safety box with Retailers Insurance Company Remove Leaves Wet leaves on a hard surface can become a dangerous Slip N’ Slide®, leading to costly workers’ compensation claims. Be proactive and clean leaves before they build-up. Clean Your Gutters Speaking of leaves, falling debris can fall onto roofs and find itself in your gutters.… Continue reading

Preparing Your Business For a Severe Weather Outbreak

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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

Fueling the Job Force

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

Benefits of Hiring Youth Workers

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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

Do I need to have a Workers’ Compensation Policy?

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

Keep employees and customers safe this winter

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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

When Injury Strikes, Act Quickly

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

Adopting a pet-friendly workplace policy

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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