Cargo theft in the U.S. is climbing at an alarming pace. After spiking nearly 50% in 2024, incidents are already up another 22% in early 2025, according to a new report from supply chain visibility firm Overhaul. Criminals, both organized groups and opportunistic individuals, are not only stealing more — they’re getting smarter and more…
Many employers are facing challenges in incorporating high-cost GLP-1 medications, such as Mounjaro, Ozempic, Rybelsus, Trulicity and Wegovy, into their group health plans, as they must balance the cost of the group health plan against the interests of participants and beneficiaries in the treatment. With prescriptions for these drugs cost around $1,000 a month, outlays…
Congratulations to Our Distinguished Employee Award Recipient! Andie Segale Account Manager, Commercial Insurance Department Hollister Office Each year, InterWest recognizes employees who are identified by their co-workers as having demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to their clients, workmates as well as their community. This partnership between work and giving back makes them stand out for…
Fed-OSHA has finalized a new regulation that requires personal protective equipment for construction workers to be properly fitting. The lack of access to properly fitting PPE for smaller-framed construction workers — especially women — has been a perennial problem, as ill-fitting gear may not protect employees adequately in case of an incident. The new standard…
Health savings accounts have become a prime target for cyber criminals, who are using advanced tactics to steal funds from them, putting your employees’ medical expense savings at risk. The risk is even greater considering that employees can keep HSAs for life and many of them are building wealth in these accounts to save for…
With more and more California businesses being forced to go to the California FAIR Plan for their coverage, the market of last resort has moved to increase its commercial property coverage limits significantly. This should bring a semblance of relief to companies located in wildfire-prone areas, who have seen their commercial property insurance non-renewed and…
As 2025 gets off to a rocky start with volatility in the business climate, insurance brokerages have to be nimble and forward-thinking to be successful and continue growing. The pandemic had already forced most companies, including insurance agencies, to re-evaluate how they do business, and if the last few years have taught us anything, it’s…
You have a great group of employees working with you and your business is thriving. For many small-to-mid-sized businesses that success is due to one or two key individuals with both skills, experience and connections that would be difficult to replace. But what if one of your personnel were injured and out of work for…
The U.S. Treasury Department has announced that it will not enforce a law requiring most businesses with fewer than 20 employees and less than $5 million in annual revenue to report ownership and control information to the federal government every year. The Corporate Transparency Act required firms to file this information by Jan. 1, 2025,…
Congratulations to Our Distinguished Employee Award Recipient! Mona Sanchez Receptionist/Facilities Coordinator, Administration Nevada City Each year, InterWest recognizes employees who are identified by their co-workers as having demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to their clients, workmates as well as their community. This partnership between work and giving back makes them stand out for their invaluable…