As a service to our members, the Virginia Risk Sharing Association (VRSA) creates panels of physicians for our members and updates them annually. Administrative Specialist Robin Wiley handles these tasks for our members. In her role of panel of physicians …
By Marcus Hensel, director of member services It’s a fact of consumer life that hidden fees, or additional charges, seem to be everywhere. Simply put, prices aren’t always what they seem. With the start of each new fiscal year, many …
A common technique used by scammers is to send an email that looks like it is coming from a legitimate sender; this practice is known as spoofing. Many times, the spoofed email has clues in it to help the receiver …
Whether you are a new member to the Virginia Risk Sharing Association (VRSA) or one of our many long-tenured members, July begins the new fiscal year. Here are a few notes to keep in mind for ease in making payments. Online …
If you are new to the Virginia Risk Sharing Association (VRSA) or a seasoned member, you may not be aware of all of the human resources services VRSA has to offer. On Wednesday, July 31 VRSA’s Director of Human Resources …
June 23 was National Public Service Day. In recognition of this observance, Virginia Risk Sharing Association (VRSA) staff asked several members why they do what they do in public service. Today, we’re sharing their responses. South Boston Lieutenant Caleb Wade …
Local governments, authorities and schools are challenged daily to develop effective safety programs that reduce workers’ compensation losses, resulting in both direct and indirect losses to both employee and employer. The effectiveness of a safety program is increased by use …
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By Peter Stephenson, Virginia Local Government Specialist It appears that transportation is the next big prize in the digital economic revolution. However, is it supply or demand “driven,” and how can our already challenged transportation infrastructure accommodate this connectivity crossroad? …
VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) is excited to announce that our name will be changing as of July 1, 2019, to the “Virginia Risk Sharing Association” or VRSA, as part of our rebranding efforts. “The new name better represents the diversity …
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Lee Rhoda Bank, VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) panel of physicians coordinator and longtime patient advocate, passed away on Saturday, April 13. Born on Dec. 21, 1943, Lee began her career with VMLIP in 1994 as the pool’s first patient advocate. …
Entanglements and falls are the leading causes of injuries on playgrounds. It is estimated that emergency departments see more than 20,000 children ages 14 and younger for playground-related injuries each year.* In order to prevent serious injuries and liabilities, it …
By Peter Stephenson, VMLIP Local Government Specialist Shortly after writing my initial Fall 2018 Newsletter article, Under the cover of darkness an emerging risk appears, little did I know how prophetic it would be to my family. My nephew was …
Read More › “Managing e-scooter risks around the Commonwealth”
VMLIP staff have been out and about at various conferences and events throughout the fall and early winter. See where they have been below! VAPDC 50th Anniversary Peter Stephenson and Marcus Hensel attended the 2019 VAPDC 50th Anniversary Celebration Reception. …
In the Fall 2018 Pooling Matters newsletter, VML Insurance Programs highlighted two new endorsements and tips for protecting your entity’s funds. Additionally, we announced additional cyber defense tools through our cyber reinsurer, Beazley. Beazley recently published their 2019 Beazley Breach …
Registration is now online for the 2019 VMLIP Annual Meeting. This year’s meeting will be held at The Place at Innsbrook on Friday, May 10. Topics will include: Organizational Effectiveness, Derrick Strand, Facilitator/Toolkit Developer, Machete Methods LLC, and Leadership Facilitator, VCU Center …
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VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) is pleased to announce enhancements to our Training and Event Calendar. Members may notice a new look and additional improvements designed to make it easier for members to attend our events. While the registration process may …
At the request of some of our members, a change was recently made to the CompCare On-Call Incident Reports sent to members following the employees (or supervisors) call to report workers’ compensation claims. In order for a workers’ compensation claim …
The Labor Department’s Wage and Hour Division on March 14, 2019, issued an opinion letter in which it stated, “An employer may not delay the designation of FMLA-qualifying leave or designate more than 12 weeks of leave (or 26 weeks of …
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OSHA has resources to keep tree care and landscaping workers safe from falls, electrocution, struck-by, caught-in, and other hazards? Learn more here.
The following courses ranked as the top ten VMLIP Online University courses utilized from Jan. 1, 2019 – March 31, 2019 The top ten members utilizing online training for the same period were: City of Waynesboro City of Winchester Southeastern …
Each quarter, VML Insurance Programs publishes the Gold Star List. The list recognizes members that have had workers’ compensation claims during the previous quarter and reported them within three days of injury. Late reporting is a major cost driver in …
VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) recognized National Library Week, April 7-13, by spotlighting the Central Rappahannock Regional Library (CRRL), a VMLIP member. National Library Week highlights the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in our communities. This year’s theme …
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VML Insurance Programs (VMLIP) is recognizing National Library Week, April 7-13, by spotlighting the Central Rappahannock Regional Library (CRRL), a VMLIP member. National Library Week highlights the valuable role libraries, librarians, and library workers play in our communities. This year’s …
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March 13 is National K-9 Veterans Day, designated to honor and recognize the service and sacrifices of military and working dogs. March 13 is also the official birthday of the U.S. Army K9 Corps, which was formed in 1942. VML …
By Peter Stephenson, VMLIP Local Government Specialist March is Ethics Awareness Month – and 2019 marks the 95th Anniversary of the adoption and establishment of the Code of Ethics by the International City/County Management Association (ICMA). As an ICMA Life …