In the 1993 film Groundhog Day, weatherman Phil Conners – sent to cover Punxsutawney Phil’s Groundhog Day prediction – finds himself stuck in a nearly infinite time loop, repeating the day over and over again. With Groundhog Day approaching this …
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On Wednesday, Jan. 9, VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) joins organizations nationwide to recognize National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. “One of the simplest way to show support for law enforcement officers is to simply say thank you,” said VMLIP Law Enforcement …
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2018 Year in Review 2018 was another great year to be a member of VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP)! Throughout 2018, VMLIP expanded coverages, launched a variety of new initiatives and shifted our staff focus toward increased listening to member needs and relationship building. …
Virginia is consistently among the top 15 states with the highest number of deer-vehicle collisions, per Virginia Department of Transportation. Deer-vehicle collisions and deer damage to property continue to increase, primarily due to growing human and deer populations. Over the …
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Bullying today no longer stops in the classroom. Properly identifying and intervening in bullying incidents can go a long way toward creating a safer space for children to learn – and toward mitigating potential claims. VMLIP offers a number of …
According to the nonprofit Everytown for Gun Safety, there have been 65 school shootings across campuses in the United States as of October 4. Unfortunately, the time to prepare for such an event is now. VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) provides …
Slips, trips and falls account for 25 percent of all school workers’ compensation claims, and 35 percent of all costs. VMLIP has a number of resources designed to help members educate staff on preventing slips, trips and falls in schools. …
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Although cities continue to limit scooters despite strong customer demand, startups are trying to hack the rules with workarounds — such as direct rentals to your doorstep. Read more here.
Retired Smithfield Town Manager Peter Stephenson has joined VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) as a Local Government Specialist. In this role, Stephenson, who previously served for more than 10 years on the VMLIP Members’ Supervisory Board, will consult with members to …
This year, the Town of Ashland was presented the prestigious Margaret A. Nichols Risk Management Leadership Award at the 2018 VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) Annual Meeting held Friday, May 11 at The Place at Innsbrook. Additionally, VMLIP presented Poquoson City …
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With forecasts for the next 10 days predicting lows in the teens, VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) reminds employers to share important information on working outdoors in winter weather – safely. VMLIP has a plethora of resources on this subject – …
2017 Year in Review! 2017 was another great year to be a member of VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP)! Throughout 2017, VMLIP added and expanded coverages, resources and services for members; redesigned an entirely new, agile and powerful website; closed several …
Members purchasing Law Enforcement Liability coverage now have access to the VMLIP Law Enforcement Academy, designed to provide online training specifically with law enforcement officers in mind. VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) has partnered with LocalGovU, a division of Praetorian Group, …
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts an above-average storm season in 2017. NOAA has predicted between 11 and 17 named storms in 2017 that will reach winds of 39 MPH or more, with five of those developing into …
This year the Southeastern Public Service Authority was awarded the Margaret A. Nichols Risk Management Leadership Awards at the 2017 Annual Meeting held Friday, May 12 at The Place at Innsbrook. Additionally, VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) awarded the Central Shenandoah …
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Over the past five years, VMLIP member employees have suffered more than 500 injuries, and the pool has incurred more than $6 million in claim costs due to falls from ladders or scaffolding, falls from elevations or falls into openings. …
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VML Insurance Programs’ (VMLIP) Senior Safety Consultant Fonda Craig loves it when members have an “Aha” moment. “When we’ve been talking about a safety issue or hazard and finally it clicks,” said Fonda. “That’s a good feeling.” Fonda has been …
This year the Western Virginia Water Authority was awarded the Margaret A. Nichols Risk Management Leadership Awards at the 2016 Annual Meeting held Friday, May 13 at The Place at Innsbrook. Additionally, VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) awarded the Town of …
Courtesy FirstNet Learning Pay a ransom or no? Even though the question seems dramatic and ripped from the script of a 70’s spy movie, according to Joseph Bonavolonta, assistant special agent for the Cyber & Counterintelligence Program for the FBI, you …
This winter, Safety and Risk Management Coordinator Loren Kato with the City of Fredericksburg is hoping for snow. At least, a little bit of snow. In early November, Kato organized three days of snowplow training for the city’s snow patrol …
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The Richmond Chapter of the Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) Society awarded the 2015 CPCU Company of the Year recognition to VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP). VMLIP was awarded for the pool’s continuous support and commitment to the CPCU Society …
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It’s been a great year to be a member of VML Insurance Programs! In our 35th year as Virginia’s local government specialists, these were the highlights! Awards: In 2015, VMLIP was recognized three times! Association of Governmental Risk Pools (AGRiP) …
As claims supervisor in the workers’ compensation department at VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP), Deborah Briggs helps her adjusters handle their claims with the high standards that VMLIP members have grown accustomed to. “We expect the best quality and customer service …
A new overhauled VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) Online University has just launched!! The VMLIP Online University is a FREE training resource for VMLIP members. Courses are available in the areas of health, safety, and human resources and are designed to …
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Two VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) members were awarded recognition for facility performance at the 2015 WaterJAM conference held Sept. 14 – 17 in Virginia Beach. WaterJAM is the annual conference and meeting for both the Virginia Section of the American …
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