On August 13, 2021 Governor Kay Ivey ordered Alabama under a Public Health State of Emergency with respect to COVID-19 by Proclamation. An initial State of Emergency with respect to COVID-19 was issued on March 13 and amended several times until a termination was issued July 6. Five weeks after the termination, COVID related hospitalizations … Read More
Author: Cindy Sawyer
Stephanie Dozier named as Inspirien’s new Assistant VP of Underwriting
Inspirien is pleased to welcome Stephanie Dozier to the leadership team, as Assistant Vice President of Underwriting. After a successful 18 years in her previous role as Director of Underwriting for a large medical malpractice carrier, Ms. Dozier is enjoying a new professional chapter. With Inspirien, she has found a collaborative environment where she feels … Read More
Using Agile to Meet the Needs of the Customer
You might hear the term “agile” around the water cooler when discussing software projects or between different software developers, but have you heard of businesses using this type of project management style in their own business and along their employees? Probably not. Here at Inspirien we embrace what it means to be agile not just … Read More
The Best Injury Is The One That Never Happens: An Interview With Workers’ Compensation Attorney Fred Fohrell
When the COVID-19 virus reached the United States in late 2019, early 2020, it was impossible to predict how it would unfold and the impact it would have on the US economy, healthcare system, workers’ compensation, and human life. Inspirien sat down with attorney Fred Fohrell to discuss how workers’ compensation laws and COVID-19 intersect, … Read More
What I Learned from Four Maternity Leaves
I am a full-time working mom of 4 kids… Yep, I said 4, and they are all 6 and younger. As a working mom of 4, I learn something new every day. It’s one of the perks. And knowing that I intended to keep working full time after each child, I prioritized an extended maternity … Read More
What Have We Been Doing to Protect Our Organization and Our Partners?
When making informed business decisions, no two organizations leverage data the same, and fundamentally, we must protect it at all costs. With the number of breaches increasing worldwide, the importance of cybersecurity is at an all-time high. As an organization that gathers user data, we should be asking ourselves three critical questions about security, regardless … Read More
What is Culture?
At Inspirien, culture is the sum of its people. So, the way we assess the overall wellbeing of Inspirien is through the employees who drive its success. In January 2021, the company launched Inspire Success which is Inspirien’s employee performance and rewards program dedicated to creating a coaching culture that aligns collaborative discussion in ways … Read More
OSHA Issues FINAL Rule on COVID Healthcare Workplace Safety
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently issued a final rule requiring healthcare employers to protect workers against on-the-job COVID-19 infection. The Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) applies only to the healthcare sector. According to OSHA, the goal of the ETS is to protect workers facing the highest COVID-19 hazards—those working in healthcare settings where suspected or … Read More
What’s The Verdict on PREP Act Immunity?
The present legal landscape related to COVID-19 litigation continues to change, almost daily. There are novel theories being thrown around by all involved. One defense that is being pled by defendants is based upon PREP Act immunity. Although the PREP Act is not new, it is being used for the first time with full force … Read More
The Alabama Hospital Association – A Remarkable Partner
Inspirien’s mission is to be a remarkable partner for whatever risk lies ahead. More than a statement for a board room or a website, our mission is a criteria for which we measure every decision and relationship. Not only do we hold ourselves accountable, but we hold all of our vendors and partners to the … Read More