by Erica Joyce | Nov 15, 2018 | Workplace
OVERVIEW The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has issued a memorandum that reinterprets how its 2016 anti-retaliation rule applies to workplace safety incentive programs and drug testing policies. Issued on Oct. 11, 2018, the memorandum eases some...
by Alyssa Buth | Apr 17, 2018 | Workplace
In 2017, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) resolved more than 99,109 workplace discrimination claims—securing more than $398 million from employers in the private and public sectors as a result of these claims. Discrimination lawsuits can be very...
by Mid-State Insurance | Mar 1, 2018 | Personal Insurance, Safety Tips, Workplace
Protect yourself – and your company- by making sure you’re not using one of the top 25 most commonly stolen passwords of 2017, as determined by IT security firm...
by Mid-State Insurance | Oct 25, 2017 | Wellness, Workplace
A cluttered, unorganized workspace isn’t just unsightly—it is also dangerous. Poor workplace housekeeping, such as failing to clean up after yourself, can contribute to the following: Injuries caused by slips and falls when clutter is on the floor Potential fire...
by Mid-State Insurance | Sep 18, 2017 | Business Tips, Commercial Insurance, Personal Insurance, Safety Tips, Workplace
Equifax, one of three nationwide credit-reporting agencies that track and rate the financial history of consumers, recently announced the company suffered a data breach. Approximately 143 million U.S. consumers could be affected by unauthorized access that took place...
by Mid-State Insurance | Jul 12, 2017 | Commercial Insurance, Health Insurance, Personal Insurance, Safety Tips, Wellness, Workplace
Helpful tips for keeping you safe during warmer weather Working outdoors in warmer weather requires safety precautions unique to this time of year. It is important to take precautions against exposure to sun, heat and bug bites during this time. Sun To protect against...
