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Q1 CHECK-IN: STATE EMPLOYEE LEAVE LAW DEVELOPMENTS

In line with recent years, 2026 has so far been an active one for employee leave laws at the state level. Since the beginning of the year, brand-new paid family and medical programs have been launched in Delaware and Minnesota, (…)

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Risk Management
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PUBLISHED December 16th, 2025

OSHA Announces Top 10 Violations for 2025

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OSHA recently revealed its top 10 most frequently cited standards in the 2025 fiscal year using preliminary data. This information is valuable for businesses …

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Retirement
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PUBLISHED December 9th, 2025

Are Private Market Investments Right For Your 401(k)?

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Alternative investments have been around for a long time, but for years they were mostly limited to wealthy individuals and big institutions that could …

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News and Updates
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PUBLISHED December 8th, 2025

The MJ Companies Welcomes Katie Newell to Lead Colorado Growth

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DENVER, December 8, 2025 — The MJ Companies, a leading financial services firm serving clients for over 60 years, added Katie Newell to its …

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Risk Management
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PUBLISHED December 2nd, 2025

Employer Responsibilities in Winter Weather

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Winter weather presents a host of difficulties for employers. Specifically, there are various workplace safety concerns and OSHA requirements to consider. It’s essential to …

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Risk Management
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PUBLISHED November 18th, 2025

STRONG SIGNS OF MODERATION WERE EVIDENT IN Q3 2025, THE COUNCIL’S P/C MARKET SURVEY SHOWS

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Q3 2025 showed clear soft market conditions across the board. Premiums across all account sizes rose by an average of 1.6%, down from 3.7% …

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Benefits+
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PUBLISHED November 13th, 2025

Benefits and the Murky Road Ahead

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We designed them to be a great time, but our Bubbles + Benefits events mean a lot more than camaraderie, snacks, and wine and mocktail tastings. …

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Risk Management
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PUBLISHED November 4th, 2025

E&S Market Soars As Industry Seeks Creative Coverage Options

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The U.S. excess and surplus lines market continues to notch solid growth, rising 12.3% to $130 billion in direct written premium in 2024 after …

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Risk Management
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PUBLISHED October 21st, 2025

Bricking Coverage in Cyber Insurance

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Bricking is a type of cyberattack that renders a device unusable, effectively making it a “brick.” It targets hardware—disabling computers, tablets, hard drives, phones …

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Benefits+
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PUBLISHED October 3rd, 2025

Colorado Private Plan Maintenance Fee

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The Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (CDLE) wrapped up its most recent round of changes to the Private Plan Regulations (7 CCR 1107-5), …

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News and Updates
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PUBLISHED October 1st, 2025

The MJ Companies and Cooper Risk Advisors Partner to Serve Niche Businesses

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INDIANAPOLIS (October 1, 2025) – The MJ Companies, a leading financial services firm for nearly 60 years, and Cooper Risk Advisors, a privately held …

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News and Updates
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PUBLISHED September 30th, 2025

The MJ Companies Hires Melinda Eckard as Vice President, Employee Benefits Operations

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INDIANAPOLIS (Sept. 30, 2025) – The MJ Companies, a leading financial services firm for nearly 60 years, is proud to announce the addition of …

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Risk Management
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PUBLISHED September 23rd, 2025

THE RISING RISK OF NUCLEAR VERDICTS IN MANAGEMENT LIABILITY LITIGATION

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Nuclear verdicts, which refer to exceptionally high jury awards, have become increasingly common. Several factors have contributed to this trend, including a shifting litigation …

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