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This section is designed to help keep our visitors informed of major events impacting the insurance industry. At Poms & Associates we are committed to respond quickly and appropriately to rapidly changing situations.

Jan 2012

AERs, GMP Inspections Can Be Double Trouble for Product Liability Applicants

Check out Greg Doherty’s latest article in Natural Products Insider.

Oct 2011

Poms Welcomes New Colorado Regional Director, Rick Ninneman

Rick Ninneman has joined our Colorado office as regional director. Read more in the press release linked above.

Sherry Skarda Named “Valley’s Trusted Advisor - Insurance Professional”

Sherry Skarda, Senior Vice President of Employee Risk Services, has been named to San Fernando Valley Business Journal’s list of “Valley’s Trusted Advisors—Insurance Professional.” Ms. Skarda was one of ten professionals recognized in the insurance category. The awards ceremony was held on October 12, 2011 at the Beverly Garland Holiday Inn in North Hollywood, California.

Sep 2011

Poms Employee Benefits Wellness Practice Conducts Webinar for Institute for Human Resources

Poms Wellness Principals, Bryce Eddy and Ryan Turnbull, presented the webinar, “Avoiding a ‘One-Size Fits All’ Wellness Program - Why implementing a strategically designed platform works” to Institute for Human Resources hosted by HR.com on September 14, 2011. The webinar was part of a comprehensive conference program on the latest learning, trends, best practices, and technologies for HR professionals. Read more by clicking the title above.

Poms & Associates Selected as one of Business Insurance Magazine’s Best Places to Work in Insurance

For the second consecutive year, Poms has been selected as one of Business Insurance Magazine’s “Best Places to Work in Insurance.” Read more in our press release!

Rebecca Westberg Honored by The Society of Certified Insurance Counselors

The Society of Certified Insurance Counselors (CIC) recently honored Rebecca J. Westberg of Poms & Associates Insurance Brokers Inc. in Woodland Hills, CA for dedication and leadership in the insurance industry.

Ms. Westberg was awarded a certificate of achievement, recognizing five consecutive years of active affiliation with the Society of CIC. The CIC designation carries meaningful prestige in the insurance profession as it signifies commitment to advanced knowledge and customer service.

Aug 2011

Poms & Associates Promotes Seth Ford Gilman to Executive Vice President

Seth Ford Gilman has been promoted to Executive Vice President and will oversee the Property and Casualty, and Personal Lines divisions, along with the internal services that support these groups.

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Greg Doherty Comments on Prop 65 Coverage

Poms & Associates Dietary Supplement Practice Leader Greg Doherty Comments on Prop 65 Coverage
Greg Doherty is quoted in the Natural Products Insider article, “Poms Provides Prop 65 Coverage” discussing the increasing interest from the nutraceutical industry to seek Prop 65 protection from its suppliers. Online retailer BodyBuilding.com spurred the trend, asking suppliers to certify in writing that their products are Prop 65 compliant, or use the appropriate warning label. Click title to read more.

May 2011

PRO Featured in SFV Business Journal

Poms & Associates Quoted in San Fernando Valley Business Journal Discussing Poms Risk Organizer (PRO) Software

Feb 2011

Employers School

At Poms & Associates, we know that knowledge is the best insurance. That’s why we’ve teamed up with industry experts to shed some light on issues important to today’s employers. From human resources to workers’ compensation to employee benefits, we’ve got you covered.

May 2010

$200M in Health Bill for Healthy Companies

Bryce Eddy, Senior Vice President for Poms & Associates was recently interviewed for this article in FoxBusiness. The article discusses new legislation which offers incentives to small business owners who initiate wellness programs for employees.

Jan 2010

False Advertising Insurance: If You Think You Have It, Think Again

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Aug 2009

Swine Flu Update

Apr 2009

Product Recall: Insurance for the New Age?

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Nov 2008

NEW LEGISLATION: Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008

On October 3, 2008, the Paul Wellstone and Pete Domenici Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act of 2008 became law. This act was passed in conjunction with the $700 Billion bailout package, and while receiving less media coverage, will surely make an impact on group health plan as it requires the same types of treatment limits on mental health and substances-related disorder benefits as they do for medical and surgical benefits.

Oct 2008

How Media and Government Regulations Affect Dietary Supplement Insurance

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Sep 2008

PRIMA Unveils Important Information Resource on FEMA’s Stafford Act

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has proposed changes to the way it handles reimbursements for disaster aid. The changes to the Agency’s Stafford Act have potential consequences for ALL public entities.

In response, the Public Risk Management Association (PRIMA) has created a comprehensive guidance document, Understanding the Stafford Act: Its Effect on Public Entities. This five-part document provides public entities with the knowledge and know-how to navigate the treacherous waters of the Act.

May 2008

Product Liability Insurance Update: Why Rates Are Falling So Fast

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Apr 2008

Retail Liability and Insurance

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Jan 2008

New Federal FMLA Legislation

Nov 2007

Understanding Claims-Made Liability Insurance

The Revised I-9 Form Finally Arrives

Download the Revised I-9 Form