Sedgwick

As we gear up for National Comp, the conversations around our AI Care Guidance model and Clinical Pathways will be front and center, especially as it pertains to musculoskeletal injuries. Employers who tailor to the specific needs of each injured worker and address them holistically will witness positive outcomes. But it takes a patient-centric approach with the right partner to get there. In this podcast, Beth Burry and Josephine Copeland weigh in on the use of technology to identify claims that can benefit from clinical intervention, the types of data that are most beneficial, and how we can develop unique clinical care pathways specific to the injury types and employee needs. Tune in and be sure to connect with us at National Comp.

In today's rapidly evolving market, electric vehicle (EV) safety has become a significant focus. The unique aspects of EVs, such as their complex electrical systems and battery components, necessitate a different approach to property loss adjustment compared to traditional combustion engine vehicles. In this podcast, hear from Barry Porter, Quality Team Lead, about advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), the integration of telematics data and more.

There are countless risks that theatres and theatre productions might be exposed to that could result in an insurance claim. In fact, in recent months, there have been some high-profile examples in the UK of unfortunate cast injuries. In this podcast, hear from Sedgwick adjuster, Freddie Cambanakis, and guest speaker, Tome Levi about best practices when it comes to mitigating risks, ways to stay ahead of changing audience trends and which emerging trends to keep an eye on next year.

The litigation landscape is always evolving, with suits being filed sooner than in the past. What factors are contributing to this change? Which strategies can help avoid litigation altogether? What other liability trends should the market keep an eye on this year? Hear from Steve Ellis, VP of Liability and Max Koonce, Chief Claims Officer in this podcast about plaintiff bar tactics, data analytics, AI-led decision making, ADAS and more. 

When you hear the words "artificial intelligence" you might feel hesitant and confused or excited and optimistic. In this podcast, we’re joined by Leah Cooper, Global Chief Digital Officer and Josephine Copeland, SVP, Product Design and Strategy, who weigh in on the history of artificial intelligence (AI), dive deep into the ways that AI is being used in the managed care space, share how to manage client expectations and more.

Ketamine has long been used as a procedural anesthesia, but according to some experts, it has the potential to treat pain conditions like depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and more. In this podcast, Dr. Reema Hammoud, AVP, Clinical Pharmacy and Utilization Review and Dr. Teresa Bartlett, Managing Director, Managed Care weigh in on the risks and side effects of Ketamine, explore the research, share examples of medical versus recreational usage, and compare it to other medications.

Media and entertainment specialists must have an in-depth understanding of the intricate film, television, music, theatre and live-event landscape. While leading clients through the claims process, they must also mitigate risks and financial exposures whilst protecting brand reputations and commercial relationships. In this podcast, Alex Nicoll, Director of Media and Entertainment in the UK, weighs in on the emerging risks and types of losses that his team continually witnesses. Stay tuned for more on this topic at the upcoming BIBA Conference.

There is a lot of media attention surrounding weight loss drugs these days. Whether the story is about the most recent celebrity using these medications or a story of patients having difficulty getting access. In this podcast, we're joined by Dr. Paul Peak, Dr. Teresa Bartlett and Dr. Andrew Newhouse who weigh in on what these medications are, why they are grabbing all the headlines and how they might impact healthcare and workers’ compensation.

The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) offers leave with job and benefit protection to eligible employees for qualifying events. However, employers are not required to pay employees when they take leave under FMLA or similar leave laws. In response to the absence of a federal paid leave law, multiple states throughout the U.S. have enacted their own programs to provide employees in their states with paid family and/or medical leave. The challenge is that these mandates differ widely from one another, resulting in a confusing patchwork of benefit and leave policies that creates major compliance challenges for employers that have employees in multiple jurisdictions. Learn more in this podcast featuring two of our workforce absence experts: Brice Caswell, director of product compliance and statutory administration and David Setzkorn, SVP, workforce absence and disability practice leader. #FMLA