IN THE PUBLIC EYE
The "In The Public Eye" newsletter is dedicated to exploring risk management topics and challenges faced by today's Public Sector leaders.
The May issue of In The Public Eye has arrived! If you have any questions about the articles in this issue or have any other insurance-related questions, please contact us.
IN THE PUBLIC EYE PODCAST
Common Mistakes When Considering a Third-Party Administrator (TPA)
Alliant
For many public entities, the largest total cost of risk (TCOR) driver is claims costs. Implementing ways to control those costs not only reduces claims spend, but impacts renewal premiums as well. Carleen Patterson and Keith Brown, Alliant, discuss ways to control costs, starting with how you choose your third-party administrator (TPA).
IN THE BROKER'S CORNER
Congratulations Business Insurance Break Out Award Winner, Taylor Forst!
Alliant
Taylor Forst, Assistant Vice President, was named Business Insurance 2022 Break Out Award winner! Taylor was recognized for excellence in working with complex public entity accounts that include pools, state government, local government and education. This prestigious awards program recognizes up-and-coming insurance professionals who have exemplified outstanding knowledge, client-first service, and leadership. Please join us in congratulating Taylor!
NEWS
Rising Rates Not Enough to Offset Claims Inflation
Business Insurance
Claims inflation is the chief exposure as continued inflation and rising interest rates provide overall headwinds for the property/casualty insurance sector, according to a report from Swiss Reinsurance Co. Ltd.
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TRENDS, TOPICS & VIEWS
U.S. Supreme Court Hands Down Landmark Decision In Area of Employment Discrimination
Alliant
On June 15, 2020, the United States Supreme Court issued its opinion in a landmark civil rights case involving the rights of gay and transgender persons in their employment.
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EVENTS
Conferences, Speaking Engagements and Webinars
Alliant Public Entity attends and produces various events throughout the year. These events provide our team a chance to meet and network with members of the community, learn and present ideas.
CYBER CORNER
Podcast: S&P Global Warning: Cyber Will Be Factored Into Credit Ratings
Alliant
Business executives already know that cyber risk is a boardroom issue and can impact shareholder value. Now, S&P Global is warning companies that it’s going to be factored into their credit worthiness as well. Ron Borys, Brian Dunphy and David Finz, Alliant, break down what this means for Directors and Officers.
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PUBLIC ENTITY
Captives: Pros and Cons for Public Entity Pools
Alliant
A captive is a registered insurance company that is a wholly owned subsidiary of another entity with the captive formed to provide insurance or reinsurance to its non-insurance parent company
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COMMERCIAL P&C
National Wildfire Awareness Month
Alliant
It’s May…When Americans start thinking about backyard barbeques, quiet evenings around a firepit, day hikes, fireworks and weekend camping trips. It isn’t a coincidence that each year the U.S. recognizes May as National Wildfire Awareness Month.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Treasury Proposes Fix for Affordable Care Act’s “Family Glitch”
Alliant
On April 5, 2022, the Treasury Department proposed a rule to modify how affordability of employer coverage is calculated for family members under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) with respect to Exchange subsidy eligibility, commonly referred to as the “family glitch”.
FINANCIAL SECURITY
Here’s How Much Cash You Need Stashed if a National Emergency Happens
MSN
If you've managed to save up $15,000 in emergency funds over time, for example, it might not be a prudent idea to have all that money in cold hard cash sitting around your house. For one reason, it's unsafe, and two, it might actually be more than you need.
ON A PERSONAL NOTE
National Military Appreciation Month
National Day Calendar
May is National Military Appreciation Month, honoring the sacrifices of the United States Armed Forces. National Day Calendar has put together a list of ideas to help celebrate the incredible men and women in uniform.