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Workplace Mental Health: Why The Conversation Needs to Start Earlier

PUBLISHED November 11th, 2026
Uthona Mikrut

For many employers, the workplace mental health conversation begins when a need becomes visible. An employee requests a leave of absence. A manager raises a performance concern. Someone asks for an accommodation. Or burnout begins affecting attendance, productivity, or the (…)

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Compliance
PUBLISHED September 10th, 2026

Implementing a Trump Account Contribution Program

The MJ Companies

Trump Accounts are a new tax-advantaged savings program for children under the age of 18, effective for tax years beginning in 2026. These accounts …

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Retirement
PUBLISHED September 9th, 2026

Making it Easy Could Lead to Poor Outcomes

Doug Prince

Making things easier is usually a good thing: easier enrollment, easier reporting, easier access to benefits. But when it comes to retirement plans, sometimes making a …

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News and Updates
PUBLISHED September 8th, 2026

THE MJ COMPANIES HIRES JOSH BRITTON AS DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL HEALTHCARE PRACTICE

The MJ Companies

Leading business and financial services firm underscores commitment to growing healthcare practice with strategic senior hire, based in Nashville office NASHVILLE (September 8, 2026) …

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Risk Management
PUBLISHED September 3rd, 2026

Addressing 5 Common Sources of Employment Practices Liability Insurance Claims

The MJ Companies

Employment-related claims can arise out of routine workplace decisions. An unsuccessful applicant may challenge a hiring decision, a dismissed employee may allege their termination …

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News and Updates
PUBLISHED September 1st, 2026

THE MJ COMPANIES EXPANDS COLORADO RISK MANAGEMENT + COMMERCIAL INSURANCE CAPABILITIES WITH JENNIFER FRIESEN APPOINTMENT

The MJ Companies

Industry veteran joins as vice president, client experience, strengthening the firm’s investment in property and casualty leadership, talent and strategic client service DENVER (September …

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Compliance
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PUBLISHED August 28th, 2026

IRS PROPOSES RULES FOR DEPENDENT CARE FSA NONDISCRIMINATION TESTING

Bryan Gross

On Aug. 11, 2026, the IRS issued proposed rules addressing nondiscrimination testing requirements for dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs). This marks the first …

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PUBLISHED August 27th, 2026

BEYOND THE DEGREE: HELPING STUDENTS LAUNCH THEIR FUTURE

Britni Shrout

The reality is that success after college often depends on much more than a degree. Professional networks, internship opportunities, mentorship, workplace experience, and confidence …

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Risk Management
PUBLISHED August 25th, 2026

Your Experience Mod Is Telling You Something. Are You Listening? 

Dylan Cozad

Most employers know their workers’ compensation Experience Mod. They know whether it’s trending up or down, how it may impact premium, and whether it …

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Risk Management
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PUBLISHED August 24th, 2026

The council’s Q2 P&C market survey report

The MJ Companies

The following are key takeaways from The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers’ Commercial P&C Market Report for Q2 2026 (April 1–June 30): Risk doesn’t stand …

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Risk Management
PUBLISHED August 19th, 2026

P&C Market Update, August 2026 

Ryan Daniele

Another quarter, another mixed bag for the commercial insurance market. Although we aren’t seeing the kind of drastic shifts so common over the past …

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Employee Benefits
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PUBLISHED August 13th, 2026

AN ICHRA MAY SOLVE A COST PROBLEM. BUT IS IT SOLVING THE RIGHT PROBLEM?

Courtney Hutchison

For employers facing rising healthcare costs, the search for sustainable benefits strategies has become increasingly urgent. Organizations are looking for ways to create more …

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Employee Benefits
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PUBLISHED August 12th, 2026

THE STOP-LOSS MARKET IS CHANGING. HERE’S WHERE EMPLOYERS SHOULD FOCUS.

Paige Beilby

If your most recent stop-loss renewal felt more challenging than usual, you’re not alone. Over the past year, I’ve had more conversations with employers …

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