The February 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.
PUBLIC ENTITY
Mitigating Distracted Driving Risks Across Fleet Operations
Alliant
Distracted driving poses significant dangers, not only to truck drivers, but to everyone sharing the road. For companies operating fleets—whether in logistics, construction, utilities or passenger transport—the consequences can be severe, impacting employee safety, operational continuity and liability exposure. In 2023, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reported that distracted driving resulted in 3,275 fatalities and nearly 325,000 injuries in the United States.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION
Why Firefighters Have Greater Cancer Risk — and What Departments Are Doing About It
Governing
When we think about the dangers firefighters face in the course of their jobs, we often think about hot flames and collapsing buildings. But there’s growing awareness of another serious job risk: cancer. Over the years, more data has emerged to back up what some fire chiefs were already suspecting. To combat the growing problem, firefighters are now adopting new equipment and approaches to better protect against toxic smoke and soot.

PERSONAL NOTE
Do I Need Umbrella Insurance?
Travelers
If you own a home, car or boat, you’re likely to have primary insurance policies that provide liability coverage for each of these assets. However, your primary policy limits may not be enough to cover all claimed damages, which can cause unexpected financial hardship. That’s where umbrella insurance comes in.

EVENTS
Conferences, Speaking Engagements and Webinars
Alliant
Alliant Public Entity attends and produces various events throughout the year. These events provide our team a chance to meet and network with members of the community, learn and present ideas. 

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