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 November 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
Environmental Concerns on the Rise Within Public Entities
Alliant
Carleen Patterson sits with Katrina Seese, Alliant Environmental for Public Entity, to discuss emerging issues and possible exposure to air & water pollution for Public Entities in order to better understand the risk of third-party migration, PFA's, wildfires and oil & gas producing wells.
IN THE BROKER'S CORNER
PFAS: Regulations and Risk Management
Alliant
From an environmental standpoint, one of the biggest challenges today is dealing with PFAS (per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances). Per the Center for Disease Control, PFAS are a group of chemicals used to make what are known as fluoropolymer coatings and these coatings are used in a number of everyday products.
WORKERS COMPENSATION
Using Evidence-Based Guidelines in the Treatment of Injured Workers
Carrier Chronicals
Evidence-based guidelines include nationally-recognized treatments and return-to-work practices used to evaluate the necessity and effectiveness of medical care. We identify the most frequently used guidelines and their potential impact on medical management and disability duration.
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CYBER CORNER
Cybersecurity Awareness Month
Alliant
In case you missed it... October was Cybersecurity Awareness Month and Alliant has new cyber podcasts.
How Current Cyber Trends Will Influence the Future of the Market
Privileged Access Management Tools (PAM) in Cyber Security
PUBLIC ENTITY
Why Good Officers Give Bad Testimony: Practical Tips for Preparing Law Enforcement Officers
dri.org
This can be an alarming time to be a law enforcement officer accused of excessive force or willful indifference. We work with a lot of officers, and over the last year all have expressed to us in one way or another deep concerns that the social justice protests, the Derek Chauvin trial, and the increasing calls for sweeping police reform mean they won’t get a fair trial.
COMMERCIAL P&C
TPA/Carrier Claims Culture Impacts Client Outcomes
PMA Companies
It is widely understood that the performance of a TPA/carrier’s claims staff impacts the success of a workers’ compensation program. When evaluating if a claims staff is equipped to achieve top-notch performance, consider the culture in which they operate.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
California Program Incentivizes Construction Jobs for Women
Governing.com
The ValleyBuild NOW program pays women a stipend to cover their living expenses and help with transportation and child-care costs while participating in the two-month training that prepares them for construction and related trade jobs.
FINANCIAL SECURITY
City Finances Are Stronger, but Uncertainty Lies Ahead
Governing.com
In its annual survey of the fiscal condition of U.S. cities, the National League of Cities finds cause for both hope and concern. Federal funds have improved municipal fiscal health, but inflation and recession fears are on the horizon.
ON A PERSONAL NOTE
What Drinking a Glass of Red Wine Every Night Does to Your Body
We may know someone or personally have a bad relationship with it, or have been exposed to negative consequences of its use. And most of us are aware of the toll excess alcohol consumption can take on a person's health and mental state. But is red wine the exception?
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.
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