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The Hartford: Employers Need to Address Opioids in the Workplace

A recent survey by The Hartford shows the opioid epidemic is having a tangible and growing impact on employers of all sizes nationwide, and a majority of U.S. workers and Human Resources (HR) professionals feel they have limited knowledge and …

The Hartford: 25% of Americans Own a Side Business, Most Go Unprotected

A new survey from The Hartford found that 25 percent of Americans, which equates to approximately 57 million people, own a side business (a business that is not their primary source of income). The majority of side business owners surveyed …

Recent Personal Lines Acquisitions Keep P/C Industry Busy

In the course of a week, two major property/casualty acquisitions were announced. The Hartford announced it intended to acquire Navigators and Safeco announced it would acquire the personal auto and personal property book of business from QBE North America. The …

People News: The Hartford, AGCS, BSA, Gallagher Bassett

Bush Tapped to Lead Personal Lines at The Hartford The Hartford announced that Stephanie Bush, who has led Small Commercial since July 2014, will expand her responsibilities to include oversight for Personal Lines. She replaces Ray Sprague, who is retiring …

People News: Paradigm Outcomes, The Hartford, AIG

Paradigm Outcomes, a provider of catastrophic and complex care management solutions, recently announced the appointment of John Watts Jr. to chief executive officer position. Watts, who will retain his position on the Board of Directors, will lead the company’s strategic …

People News: The Hartford, Snapsheet, Chubb

The Hartford Names Paiano Executive Vice President And Chief Risk Officer The Hartford named Robert Paiano chief risk officer to lead the company’s Enterprise Risk Management operations, effective July 1. Paiano succeeds current Chief Risk Officer Robert Rupp, who is …

Business News: The Hartford, ISO, Alliant

The Hartford Launches Apprenticeship Program To Prepare Students For Careers In Insurance The Hartford has partnered with the Connecticut Department of Labor, Arizona Department of Economic Security and local community colleges to launch an insurance apprenticeship program. The program will …

People News: The Hartford, Nautilus, Swift Transportation, Ryze

The Hartford Names Shuman Chief Digital And Customer Experience Officer The Hartford has appointed Bruce Shuman as chief digital and customer experience officer, a new position that reinforces the company’s commitment to understanding and developing capabilities that meet the expectations …

Business News: The Hartford, Location, Inc., Olympus Insurance Company

The Hartford, National Indemnity Company Hammer Out Reinsurance Agreement Covering Asbestos and Environmental Liability Reserves The Hartford has entered into a definitive agreement effective Dec. 31, 2016 with National Indemnity Company (NICO), a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., for a …

Top 10 Smart Home Technologies for Older Homeowners

Smart smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, wireless doorbell cameras, and keyless entry are among the top 10 smart home technologies for homeowners age 50 and older, according to new research from The Hartford and the MIT AgeLab. “Smart home technology …