Why your tribal business needs a workplace violence program As the second leading cause of occupational fatalities in the U.S., workplace violence is not only a high-profile risk, but unfortunately, it’s also becoming more and more prevalent. Human resources and workplace safety experts are touting the need for tribal workplace violence training – but how do… Read More
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Tribal restaurant and bar insurance: 6 factors to consider
6 things to think about when choosing tribal restaurant and bar insurance Let’s face it: buying insurance for your restaurant and bar is about as exciting as buying soap or toilet paper. It’s a necessary evil, yes – and in fact, just may save your business in the long run. There are a number of… Read More
5 tools to prevent tribal workplace fall hazards
National Safety Stand-Down Week: Protect your tribal workplace from fall hazards Every year over 300 people die in ladder-related accidents, and more than 10,000 suffer serious injuries. They are the top cause of construction fatalities and account for one-third of on-the-job injury deaths in the industry. Whether your tribal entity is a construction company handling… Read More
How to beef up your tribal entity’s cyber protection, part 2
Data breaches, cyber protection and your tribal company This article first appeared in Arrowhead’s corporate blog and was modified for our Tribal clients and producers. How much have you invested in cyber protection for your tribal entity, be it training, network protection or other measures? If you’re like many small companies, the answer could be… Read More
How to protect your tribal business from cyber threats, part 1
Cyber threats, data breaches and your tribal company This article first appeared in Arrowhead’s corporate blog and was modified for our Tribal clients and producers. Whether your tribal business is large or small, you run the risk of a data breach which grows with the number of employees you have. Granted, insurance cyber threats against… Read More
How you can prevent tribal workers’ benefits fraud
More ways that you can thwart tribal workers’ benefits fraud Due to the prevalence of workers’ compensation fraud across the U.S., companies are responding with a list of best practices to help fight this epidemic. Tribal businesses can apply many of these same tactics to help fight workers’ benefits fraud in their own companies. We’ve compiled… Read More
Should your tribal business have an employee cell phone policy?
Is an employee mobile phone policy necessary for your business? Does your tribal entity need an employee cell phone policy? The answer is yes, if driving is part of any employee’s job. Because most of us have a symbiotic relationship with our cell phones, they’re never more than arm’s length away – even while we’re driving. So… Read More
How to minimize your employer risk for drugs in your tribal workplace
Drugs in your tribal workplace: what steps to take to minimize your risks The likelihood of drugs in your workplace is increasing. Across the U.S., employee drug use is growing, according to the latest findings by the Quest Diagnostics Testing Index, one of the primary drug screening providers in the nation, released last August. Recent… Read More
Top Tribal Workers’ Benefits Claim Mistakes
Avoid the top seven workers’ benefits claim mistakes Workers’ benefits claims are potentially part of every tribal business, whether your company only employs workers sitting all day at desks, construction workers or medical staff. Wherever there are people working, there’s the potential for a work injury. That’s why you have insurance. Regardless of your entity’s particular risk… Read More
Insurance fraud: Red flags to help you spot potential scams
Is your tribal business a target for an insurance scam? Whether it’s a false claim or one with exaggerated damages or injuries, insurance fraud is rampant. It’s enough to turn a tribal business owner or insurance agent into a cynic of human nature. It slows legitimate insurance claims, increases premiums and, in some cases, puts… Read More