Ways to Reduce Workers’ Compensation Costs

By Patrick Keightley, CIC, Vice President Georgetown Insurance Service, Inc. The easiest way to reduce your workers’ compensation premium is to prevent losses for occurring in the first place. While that might seem like an obvious answer, it’s much easier said than done in some cases. However, it’s true nonetheless. If your company’s workers’ compensation … Continue reading Ways to Reduce Workers’ Compensation Costs

The Six Insurance Trends to Keep an Eye on in 2019

By Matthew P. Simmons, CIC Georgetown Insurance Service, Inc. Silver Spring, MD 2018 has been an interesting year ­­— a year that has left the insurance industry scrambling to construct the right coverages for our country’s evolving needs. As agents, there are a number of trends and pending changes that we are keeping our eyes … Continue reading The Six Insurance Trends to Keep an Eye on in 2019

Why Return To Work Programs Are a Win-Win

By: Patti Maluchnik, CIC, CBIA Georgetown Insurance Service, Inc. Frederick, MD 21703 Return to work programs are an underutilized and undervalued tool that businesses in all industries should look to leverage. These programs have an even larger impact in industries such as construction, where Workers Compensation claims tend to be more prevalent. Not only are … Continue reading Why Return To Work Programs Are a Win-Win

Experience Modification Ratings – How Is It Calculated and Can You Lower It?

By: Patti Maluchnik, CIC, CBIA Georgetown Insurance Service, Inc. Frederick, MD Your business’ Experience Modification Rating (EMR) directly impacts your Workers’ Compensation premiums. This blog will explain what an EMR is, what factors contribute to the calculation of your company’s EMR, and share some tips on how you can lower it. What is an Experience … Continue reading Experience Modification Ratings – How Is It Calculated and Can You Lower It?