Author: Ishon Jones

  • Plaintiff Attorneys AI Claim Severity

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    This article explores how plaintiff attorneys use AI to drive claim severity—maximizing the value of claims through data-driven insights and advanced analytics. It further examines the legal and ethical challenges posed by AI use, the countermeasures employed by defense counsel, and offers recommendations for policymakers to ensure fairness and transparency in litigation. Literature and Market…

  • Inside Management Liability Exposures for Family Offices

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    A family office is a private organization established to manage the financial and personal affairs of a wealthy family. Typically serving families with assets exceeding $100 million, these entities oversee investments, trusts, estate planning, tax strategy, and philanthropic activities, and they often operate businesses. Family offices vary widely in structure. Some have formal boards or…

  • Essential Elements of a High-Impact Fleet Safety Program

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    A strong fleet safety program is a powerful strategy for driving profit and operational excellence. It can boost your bottom line by reducing accidents, cutting operational costs (insurance, repairs, liability), and enhancing driver retention and productivity. Fleet safety also protects your employees, the public, and your company’s reputation.

  • The High Cost of Workplace Complacency in Risk Management: Why Organizations Can’t Afford to Ignore It

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    Beyond the direct and indirect financial losses, complacency exacts a heavy toll on the human element—leading to more injuries, lower morale, and even loss of life—and erodes the safety culture that underpins sustainable operational success. As businesses navigate demanding production schedules and challenges in hiring and retaining good employees, complacency remains a hidden but costly…

  • Single-Parent Captives: A Strategic Risk-Financing Tool for Construction Leadership

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    A single-parent captive offers construction leadership a strategic alternative. For large construction firms, insurance is not just a line item. It is a material operating expense and a source of earnings volatility. As premiums fluctuate with insurance market cycles, carrier appetite, and industry-wide losses, even the safest contractors with a strong risk management culture can…

  • Navigating OSHA Recordkeeping & Reporting

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    Are you confident your company’s OSHA logs are inspection-ready? Do you know key deadlines for reporting requirements? This essential webinar will provide the clarity and tools you need to accurately document work-related injuries and illnesses, meet upcoming reporting deadlines, and stay in compliance.

  • Why Data is Outperforming Legacy Safety Programs

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    For years, fleet safety followed a predictable model: classroom training, policy manuals, quarterly safety meetings, and post-accident reviews. When an incident occurred, the organization investigated what happened and adjusted accordingly. That approach wasn’t wrong, it just assumed the world would stay the same. Today, fleets are often doing more safety work than ever, yet auto…

  • Worker’s Compensation Fraud and How to Limit the Exposure

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    According to the North Carolina Department of Insurance, insurance fraud costs Americans more than $300 billion each year. That adds up to $933 for every individual or $3,800 for a family of four. In this article, we’ll explore workers’ compensation fraud in particular and how to reduce its impact. Employees can commit workers’ compensation fraud…

  • How Subcontractor Default Insurance (SDI) Can Protect Your Project’s Balance Sheet, Timeline and Delivery

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    Subcontractor Default Insurance (SDI) is an innovative insurance policy designed to protect general contractors and project owners from the financial impact of subcontractor defaults. Since its debut in 1995, SDI has become a trusted solution for managing subcontractor risk. Why Choose SDI? Top-tier fleets are being affected by: Comprehensive Protection: SDI covers both direct and…

  • Protecting Your Commercial Kitchen from Fires: A Critical Risk Management Issue

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    In the dynamic environment of commercial kitchens, safety is paramount, not only for protecting personnel and property but also for ensuring operational continuity. Among several potential hazards, kitchen fires pose a significant risk, often resulting in devastating consequences if not properly managed. As risk managers and industry leaders, understanding the nuances of fire prevention and…