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February 12, 2024
David Gear, head of major loss, Scotland & Northern Ireland and Gary Wilson, technical director, complex liability
Commercial claims involving injuries or fatalities

As major loss adjusters, one of the most significant aspects of our career is producing a positive outcome for everyone involved in a claim. In many cases, this means that the impacted business was returned to its pre-loss state with their insurance …

February 12, 2024 by David Gear, head of major loss, Scotland & Northern Ireland and Gary Wilson, technical director, complex liability
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February 05, 2024
Trucking Engaged in Tech Arms Race Against Cargo Criminals

Sedgwick's Darin Miller, senior surveyor, discusses how technology is a driving force behind rise in cargo theft.

February 05, 2024
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February 05, 2024
Laura Delpiano, VP of operations, and Danielle Thomas, senior operations manager, temporary housing
Navigating the temporary housing market when catastrophe hits

Catastrophes like floods, fires, earthquakes, tornados and hurricanes can cause widespread property damage — suddenly forcing families out of their homes and in need of temporary housing. Many of those displaced are eligible for coverage of the…

February 05, 2024 by Laura Delpiano, VP of operations, and Danielle Thomas, senior operations manager, temporary housing
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February 02, 2024
Ryan Gooley
recall consultant
Applesauce recalls may spur change in food contamination regulations

In the wake of a significant recall of applesauce pouches, renewed attention has been drawn to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) food contamination regulatory powers – or the lack thereof. In late October 2023, the FDA issued a safety …

February 02, 2024 by Ryan Gooley, recall consultant
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February 01, 2024
Paul Squires
partner, legal services, Sedgwick UK
Fixed recoverable cost extensions: what the changes are and why they matter

In the UK — England and Wales specifically — October 2023 saw new changes being implemented. In terms of litigation, fixed recoverable cost extensions will cause ripples, and the series of shifts have real potential to upend the market. …

February 01, 2024 by Paul Squires, partner, legal services, Sedgwick UK
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February 01, 2024
Oliver Sager
head of loss adjusting services, Germany
Serving the needs of the German insurance market

One year ago, we launched our loss adjusting service offering in Germany based on our understanding of gaps in the market. Over the past 12 months, we’ve had the opportunity to take excellent care of clients and their policyholders across Germany dur…

February 01, 2024 by Oliver Sager, head of loss adjusting services, Germany
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January 31, 2024
Sedgwick Canada president on 2024 predictions and priorities

Michael Alwyn gives an insight to priorities high on loss adjusters’ agendas for 2024.

January 31, 2024
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January 30, 2024
Claims Review 2023 – A Leader’s Perspective – Neil Gibson, Sedgwick UK

Neil Gibson, Chief Executive Officer, is featured in this article published by Right International.

January 30, 2024
Legislative update
January 30, 2024
Legislation updates: Disability, leave and workers' compensation

Sedgwick regularly monitors and reports on disability, leave and workers' compensation legislation impacting our customers. Click on the links below for summaries of recent updates. December 2023 leave law summary – U.S. Legislation in Illi…

January 30, 2024
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January 29, 2024
Chris Occleshaw
recall consultant
EU reaches provisional agreement on new ecodesign regulation for consumer products

As part of a continued focus on sustainability, the European Commission, Council, and Parliament reached a provisional agreement on the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) in early December 2023. The new regulation will build on the …

January 29, 2024 by Chris Occleshaw, recall consultant
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January 26, 2024
Audrey Bryan, director, business services, Sedgwick
Absence management and disability: recent trends and predictions for 2024

From increasing pressure on employers to provide holistic benefits, to a greater adoption of statutory parental and family leave programs, the tides are turning in absence management. It is critical for employers and workers alike to play close atten…

January 26, 2024 by Audrey Bryan, director, business services, Sedgwick
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January 25, 2024
Gary Wilson and Lee Stevens — technical directors, complex liability, Sedgwick, UK
The basics of product liability for injury and damage claims

As adjusters and claims handlers, we frequently encounter claims relating to alleged defects or failures of products or services. In addition to common law duties and bespoke contracts entered into, there is legislation to consider, depending upon wh…

January 25, 2024 by Gary Wilson and Lee Stevens — technical directors, complex liability, Sedgwick, UK
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January 24, 2024
Many wellness benefits at work aren’t working, new research finds

Companies offering wellness benefits like mindfulness classes, fitness and nutrition apps, financial courses and more may be surprised to learn their staff are saying that they get little to no benefit from them.

January 24, 2024
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January 24, 2024
Andy Kovacs, manager, risk services
Prioritizing loss prevention

Employee injuries, and even fatalities, are unfortunately a common occurrence in the United States. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), 5,190 workers — or an average of 15.03 per day — died on the job in…

January 24, 2024 by Andy Kovacs, manager, risk services
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January 22, 2024
Audrey Bryan, operations director, workforce absence, Sedgwick, and Josephine Copeland, SVP, managed care product design and strategy, Sedgwick
Targeting programs on another level: paths to improving workforce well-being and productivity

Unplanned employee absences — whether due to on-the-job injuries, physical or mental health conditions, family care needs or personal circumstances — are on the rise. Hyper-targeted programs are emerging as an effective way to help employ…

January 22, 2024 by Audrey Bryan, operations director, workforce absence, Sedgwick, and Josephine Copeland, SVP, managed care product design and strategy, Sedgwick