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Top 5 Most-Read Articles in Independent Agent in December

December looked at the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, the impact of claims management on customer experience, state requirements for paid leave and time off. Plus, state regulations on artificial intelligence (AI) as well as a review of 2025’s top stories.

Safety at Work: What’s Powering Workplace Safety Technology

Safety technology is a fast-evolving, dynamic field with advanced use of data analytic tools and artificial intelligence (AI) powering its evolution. Here are four common factors related to using safety technologies in the workplace.

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Why Mental Health Is Emerging as a Key Workers Comp Concern

There is a growing recognition of the importance of mental health in the workplace, with many states enacting laws to include post-traumatic stress disorder and other mental health conditions under workers comp benefits.