The April issue of In The Public Eye has arrived! The "In The Public Eye" newsletter is dedicated to exploring risk management topics and challenges faced by today's Public Sector leaders. If you have any questions about the articles in this issue or have any other insurance-related questions, please contact us.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
GLP-1 Drugs Coverage Strategies for the Public Sector
Alliant
As Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) medications increase in popularity, health plans and employers are facing significant insurance challenges. Many employers are reevaluating coverage, with some scaling back or eliminating it for weight loss amid budget pressures. In this article, we’ll examine the impact of the soaring costs of GLP-1s on the public sector and how health plans and employers can support employee well-being without depleting their budget.
CYBER
Runoff Reporting Risks, D&O Settlement Exposure and Pixel Tracking Claims
Alliant
Join Mike Radak, David Finz and Peter Kelly, Alliant Specialty Claims & Legal, as they examine three legal developments shaping today’s financial lines landscape. The team analyzes a federal decision reinforcing strict reporting requirements under claims-made policies in runoff, a Texas ruling cautioning insurers about extra-contractual exposure when rejecting reasonable D&O settlement demands and emerging trends in pixel tracking litigation and cyber coverage. Together, they outline practical considerations for notice compliance, settlement strategy and managing website tracking risk.
WORKERS' COMPENSATION
A Catastrophic Injury Checklist for Employers
Carrier Chronicles
Catastrophic injury claims demand a higher level of focus, coordination and care from day one. The stakes are high, with complex medical needs, significant exposure and lives permanently altered in an instant. A clear, proactive checklist can help ensure important steps are followed during the moments that matter most. Learn steps to maximize outcomes for injured workers, while helping minimize costs for employers.
EVENTS
AI-Driven Cyber Attacks Outpace Public-Sector Defenses
Government Technology
Nearly a third of state, local and education organizations suffered cyber breaches in the past year, and many of them report struggling to keep up with sophisticated attacks driven in part by AI, a new study has found. AI has broadened the attack surface, giving bad actors new ways to research targets and create more convincing phishing attempts, while at the same time expanding the number of entry points as agencies adopt new tools and technologies. Learn how organizations can bolster cyber defense as employees continue to adopt AI tools.
COMMERCIAL P&C
Why the First 14 Days Matter Most in Liability Claims
Sedgwick
For the past five years, the insurance industry has been navigating what is often referred to as social inflation — the rising cost of claims influenced by anti-corporate sentiment and increasingly large jury awards. Many risk managers approach this trend through benchmarking and premium comparison, operating under the assumption that purchasing limits similar to their peers at comparable pricing will provide adequate protection.
PERSONAL NOTE
The Practical Guide to Insurance Designations
Total CSR
As you begin your career in insurance, it is important to understand how you can create long-term success in the industry with the right insurance designations and certifications. Choosing the right insurance training programs will provide you with an opportunity to obtain high level insurance knowledge that increases the value you bring to the agency you work for and the clients you serve. Explore the top insurance designations and certifications today.
EVENTS
PRIMA 2026
June 7-10 | Fort Lauderdale, FL
Alliant is proud to sponsor PRIMA's Keynote Lunch & Learn, the Wednesday closing general session, June 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. As part of our platinum sponsorship, the session will bring together industry leaders to discuss how emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence and automation, are shaping workforce risk and the future of public risk management. Join PRIMA and a panel of specialists for insights on navigating evolving risks while enabling responsible innovation.
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