Self-Insurance Podcast with Kaya Stanley
Gain practical insights for safeguarding your restaurant's financial health and profitability on the Self Insurance Podcast. Hosted by Kaya Stanley, seasoned attorney and CEO of CRMBC, this series features insightful discussions with industry leaders and experienced operators. Learn how to navigate work comp challenges, optimize insurance strategies, and implement best practices from top performers and advisors in the restaurant industry. Success leaves clues, and this podcast is designed to uncover them for you.
Episodes
In this episode, Kaya Stanley interviews Tim Leech, Director of Risk Consulting at Alliant Insurance Services. Tim shares insights from his 34 years of experience in the insurance industry, focusing on loss-sensitive programs and effective risk management strategies.
Learn about reducing the cost of risk, engaging management in safety programs, and the latest industry trends.
Whether you are a restaurant operator, broker, or indust...
In this episode of the Self-Insurance Podcast by CRMBC, host Kaya Stanley interviews Mike Geosano, President of O.S.T.S. Consulting, about the new Cal/OSHA indoor heat illness prevention regulations for restaurants. Mike shares his safety consulting background and explains the regulation's specifics, including temperature triggers, hazard assessments, control measures, and required employee training. He also discusses the pote...
In this episode of the Self Insurance Podcast by CRMBC, Heather Bischoff from Upskill Consulting joins us to explore the critical aspects of human resources management in small businesses.
Heather, who transitioned from case management to HR, highlights the importance of fractional HR and its role in preventing workers' compensation claims. She addresses common HR misconceptions, the complexities of employment law, and the fin...
In this episode of the Self Insurance Podcast, Gene Immendorf, President of Immendorf Investigations, shares insights into the world of private investigation in the context of workers' compensation self-insurance in California.
Following in his father's footsteps, Gene has nearly four decades of experience in surveillance and sub rosa investigations. He explains the importance of thorough pre-surveillance backgr...
In this episode of the Self Insurance Podcast by CRMBC, host Kaya interviews Scott Gaffner, CRMBC's Chief Underwriting Officer, about the intricacies of workers' compensation self-insurance in California. With over 30 years of experience, Scott examines the advantages of self-insured groups, the importance of underwriting, and the common misconceptions about self-insurance.
He explains how self-insured groups of...
In this episode of The Self-Insurance Podcast brought to you by CRMBC, host Kaya interviews Darrin Schenck, VP of sales for TriageNow. They discuss the importance and benefits of employing telephonic nurse triage solutions specifically for workplace injuries in the hospitality industry. Darrin explains how TriageNow helps mitigate claims, provides appropriate care, and addresses common challenges in the industry, highlighting their...
In this episode of the Self Insurance Podcast, hosted by CRMBC, Amanda Rodriguez, an attorney and partner at Cooper Brown, discusses her journey to becoming a workers' compensation litigator. The conversation covers Amanda’s background, the common reasons workers' comp cases get litigated, the importance of employer documentation, and the prevalence of fraudulent claims in Southern California. She also shares insights on ...
In this episode of the Self Insurance Podcast, Kaya welcomes Mike McDonough, broker-owner of McDonough Insurance Services, to explore the major differences between traditional workers' compensation and self-insured groups. Mike, an industry expert with over 30 years of experience, explores how self-insurance encourages immediate injury reporting, reduces costs, and ensures better care for injured workers. They also discuss the...
In this episode of the Self-Insurance Podcast, brought to you by CRMBC, we delve into the intricacies of workers' compensation audits and reserves with Pilar Mitchell, Senior Partner at Michael Sullivan & Associates. Pilar shares her extensive experience in workers' compensation law, explaining the different types of audits conducted by the DWC and OSIP, the importance of accurate reserve setting, and practical steps ...
In this episode, we look into the intricacies of workers comp fraud investigations with Sam King, Vice President of SIU and Program Management at Apex Investigations. Sam brings over a decade of experience in law enforcement and insurance fraud examination.
We explore the four key categories of workers comp fraud, investigation options for different types of injuries, and essential elements required to support criminal pr...
In this episode of the Self-Insurance Podcast, hosted by CRMBC, we tackle the intricacies of workers' comp self-insurance with Mike McDonough, the broker principal of McDonough Insurance Services.
Drawing from his 30 years of experience, Mike offers a deep dive into the advantages of self-insurance over traditional insurance carriers. Key topics include the concept of a hardening market, criteria for joining a self-i...
In this episode, we discuss the critical role of loss prevention in managing workers' compensation costs. Mark Walls, Vice President of Client Engagement at Safety National, emphasizes that the cheapest accident is the one that never happens.
With over 30 years of experience in workers' comp, Mark shares valuable insights on the importance of data, the unique challenges faced in California, and the impact of con...
Join us on this episode of the Self-Insurance Podcast, brought to you by CRMBC. CEO Kaya Stanley and Randy Bug, Vice President of Pacific Claims Management, delve into the critical role of third-party administrators (TPAs) in managing claims for self-insured groups.
Learn about the importance of effective communication, proactive claims management, and how properly handling workers' compensation can significantly imp...
In this episode of The Self-Insurance Podcast, Kaya Stanley talks with Michael Adreani, a principal at Roxborough Pomerantz Nye Adreani Law Firm, about the complexities of handling both workers' comp and civil claims.
They discuss how some employees may file both types of claims and the legal intricacies involved. Michael offers practical advice for restaurant owners on managing these situations, emphasizing the imp...
In this episode of the CRMBC Self-Insurance Podcast, Kaya Stanley speaks with Randy Bugg, Vice President of Pacific Claims Management, about the critical role of third-party administrators in self-insured groups.
They discuss the advantages of having direct control over claims management, the importance of early reporting, and the unique philosophies and practices that Pacific Claims Management employs to ensure efficient...
In this episode of the Self Insurance Podcast, Kaya Stanley and Michael Adreani examine the challenges posed by the Private Attorneys General Act (PAGA). Adreani explains how PAGA turns minor labor code violations into massive lawsuits, with attorneys often taking the majority of the settlement money.
The podcast also discusses a new legislative initiative aiming to replace PAGA, return enforcement to the state and ensure...
Join Kaya Stanley and guest Lisa Nilmeier, Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel for Milano Restaurant Group, as they discuss the challenges and strategies of navigating the restaurant industry post-COVID. Learn how minimum wage changes, PAGA claims, and cybersecurity impact operations and what proactive measures can be taken to ensure resilience and success.
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Join Kaya Stanley, CEO of CRMBC, as she interviews Placito Miceli from Hub International on the Self Insurance Podcast.
This episode looks into risk prevention strategies, highlighting the importance of maintaining robust employment policies, understanding ADA compliance, and addressing emerging threats like cybersecurity.
With insights from the restaurant industry and legal perspectives, this discussion offers ...
Join us on "The Self-Insurance Podcast" as Kaya Stanley, CEO of CRMBC, hosts Chad Hoxie, Executive Vice President at Alliant Insurance Services, for an enlightening discussion on the shifting dynamics of workers' compensation and insurance market trends in California.
In this episode, Chad shares his comprehensive experience from various sectors of the insurance industry, providing unique insights into the ...
Join Kaya Stanley, CEO of CRMBC, on the Self Insurance Podcast as she discusses the benefits of self-insurance in the restaurant industry with Selwyn Yosslowitz, founder of Marmalade Cafe and a CRMBC board member.
Discover how prioritizing employee welfare and fostering a family-like work culture can significantly reduce workers' compensation claims and boost business success. Selwyn shares insights from his extensiv...
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