The Normandy Blog

Advice, Information and Updates on the Workers' Comp Industry

Is There A Deadline To Claim Workers' Comp?

May 22, 2019

Immediately following an accident or injury at work, you probably have other things on your mind other than formally reporting it to your supervisor and employer. But soon after, worries about medical bills and lost wages can quickly become your biggest worry. The absolute last thing you want is to miss deadlines for filing workers’ comp, thus putting yourself into a potentially dangerous financial situation. So, what’s the deadline?

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Things Workers' Comp Covers that You Might Not Expect

May 15, 2019

If you are covered by workers’ comp, you may not be aware of all the benefits you can receive. These can include everything from medical checkups to death benefits. These are some of the areas where workers’ comp often covers things you might not realize are covered in your policy…

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Does Workers' Compensation Insurance Cover Anxiety?

May 8, 2019

According to the ADAA, about 40 million adults in the US aged 18 and older suffer from some type of anxiety disorder. So, with the workplace causing stress and anxiety for so many American workers, the question is, can it be claimed on workers’ compensation insurance? The answer might surprise you! Read more…

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What All Insurance Agents Should Be Doing in May

May 1, 2019

Every month we offer a quick list of the things insurance agents could be doing to keep business growing. These checklists are invaluable for the agent that’s feeling overwhelmed or the agency looking to grow.

Adding Compassion To Your Return-to-Work Program Can Save You Money

April 23, 2019

If your company doesn’t already have a policy regarding a return-to-work program for employees who have been injured on-the-job, you should consider putting one in place. An effective program can show the returning employee you care about them and save your company millions of dollars in fines and penalties, as well as reduce workers’ compensation costs, retain your experienced employees, and improve morale and productivity in the workplace. That sounds like a winning combination, so let’s consider how to get this done…

OSHA Regulation Updates For Workers' Comp Providers

April 16, 2019

The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has its own set of regulations which are frequently updated along with standard interpretations. For this reason, we are shining the spotlight on a few newer mandates that insurance agents and business owners should understand.

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Medical Marijuana and Workers' Comp

April 10, 2019

With legalization rolling out across the country, this could have an enormous impact on employers and it’s very important that insurance agents have knowledge of how the different statues may affect their clients, even if your state has not yet legalized the use of medical marijuana.

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What All Insurance Agents Should Be Doing in April

April 3, 2019

In case you’re new here: every month we like to take a moment to go through some marketing suggestions for insurance agents. We understand how overwhelming it can feel to grow an agency, manage current clients AND look for new clients, so this monthly project is our attempt to make life easier on you.

What Do Insurance Agents Need To Know About Occupational Disease?

March 27, 2019

What is Occupational Disease and which professions are likely to suffer? In our article, we look deeper at the symptoms and who is likely to suffer. Click through for more.

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Using Social Media to Attract New Customers

March 21, 2019

Social media lead generation can be a great way to earn new customers, if used correctly. There are a few things to know and a few rules to follow, but if you stick with it, it’s cost-effective, and it works.