USC Class-Action Offers Lesson in Employment Practices Liability
Roughly three years ago, a team of Los Angeles Times reporters broke the story of USC gynecologist George Tyndall preying on hundreds of female students. The reporters won […]
Understanding Arizona’s New ‘Frivolous’ Covid-19 Lawsuit Law
The Covid-19 liability protection bill recently signed into law by Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey was welcomed by business groups as offering common-sense protection for business owners. We, too, […]
Guide: How to Prepare Your Business for an Active Shooter
Mass shootings are once again occupying the news and our fears. How can you prepare for an active-shooter situation? What training can you provide? What should your people […]
Testing for Substance Abuse in the Construction Industry
< 5-minute read Labor market tightness is about to rear its ugly head again in construction as the industry continues its post-pandemic recovery. Contractors in some parts of […]
Are You Prepared for Wildfire Season?
Many homeowners face the risk of wildfires, which are usually triggered by lightning or accidents. They spread quickly, igniting brush, trees and homes. Some homes survive, but unfortunately, […]
Why You Need Business Interruption Insurance
If you know Arizona, you know that Hickman’s Family Farms in Arlington isn’t just a favorite for farm-fresh eggs. Family-owned and operated, it’s one of the largest egg […]
Coronavirus Furloughed Workers? Here’s How to Save on Your Workers’ Compensation
The slow reawakening of the labor market after a winter hibernation. That’s how economists characterized the just-out February jobs report, which reflected an unexpectedly large improvement over January […]
Understanding COVID-19’s Impact on Workers’ Compensation
There’s nothing new about the fact that COVID-19 has exacted a huge toll on many workers, especially those in healthcare and other jobs requiring close personal proximity. What […]
COVID-19 Alters Medical Malpractice Liability Landscape
If you’re a physician, you’re no doubt waiting for the other shoe to drop right about now. Although an expected flood of COVID-19 lawsuits against businesses never materialized, […]