Home Pooling Matters: 2017 Summer Issue
7/06/2017
Throughout the last few months, several minor changes have been made to improve the functionality of the new VMLIP website, which launched late on the evening of March 31. However, the most significant changes and enhancements will roll out quarterly, …
Read More › “First wave of enhancements rolls out to new VMLIP website”
7/06/2017
Save the dates! The 2017 Fall Workshops have been scheduled for: Thursday, Sept. 21: Wytheville Friday, Sept. 22: Lynchburg Thursday, Sept. 28: Williamsburg Friday, Sept. 29: Fredericksburg A detailed agenda and registration will be available online soon!
7/06/2017
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, …
Read More › “VMLIP launches Law Enforcement Academy”
7/06/2017
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 …
Read More › “Above average hurricane season predicted by NOAA – prepare now by completing your MyAgility profile!”
7/06/2017
2017 was another successful renewal season for VML Insurance Programs. There are some changes to the 2017 policy documents that are highlighted below. Addition of $100,000 defense coverage for injunctive relief claims Enhanced Cyber Liability form, including $25,000 ransomware coverage, …
Read More › “2017 renewal update”
7/06/2017
Each year, VML Insurance Programs distributes Risk Management Grants to members expanding their risk management programs. The funds are to be used to purchase safety equipment, attend training sessions, and for special educational endeavors aimed at broadening member understanding of …
Read More › “Risk Management Grant funding available”
7/06/2017
Awareness training has long been recognized as a key component of cyber security risk management. On the surface, setting aside time to train staff on the proper handling of sensitive information or how to recognize phishing e-mails might seem like …
Read More › “Cyber security on a budget: The case for awareness training”
7/06/2017
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 …
Read More › “Gold Star List”
7/06/2017
Town of Woodstock observes Public Works Safety Week In May, VMLIP’s safety staff helped the Town of Woodstock acknowledge Public Works Safety Week by bringing our driving simulator to the public works department! VMLIP staff celebrates member Brenda Cogdell Congratulations …
Read More › “VMLIP out and about”
7/06/2017
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, an eligible employee is entitled to up to 12 workweeks of Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) leave for most qualifying reasons, or up to 26 workweeks of FMLA leave for military caregiver leave. …
Read More › “VMLIP offers interactive FMLA calculator”
7/05/2017
No matter what your job title is, you have customers! Maybe it’s a member of the community paying a utility bill or calling with a service need. It may be an internal customer such as a co-worker from another department …
Read More › “Customer service training available”
6/28/2017
Karen Pallansch a Northern Virginian of the year: Congratulations to VMLIP Members’ Supervisory Board member and CEO of Alexandria Renew Enterprises, Karen Pallansch! She is featured as a Northern Virginian of the Year in Northern Virginia Magazine. Read more here. …
Read More › “Articles of interest”
6/28/2017
Workers’ compensation payroll audits began July 1. Members will either receive a physical audit by our auditing company, CIS, or they will receive a mail or telephone audit. Those who receive physical or telephonic audits will receive a call from …
Read More › “Workers’ compensation payroll audit season begins”