SFM-The Work Comp Experts

October 5, 2022

Back by popular demand, the SFM Foundation’s live fall fundraising event is scheduled for this November.

October 5, 2022

The Workers’ Compensation Reinsurance Association is distributing $35 million to policyholders who had Minnesota workers’ compensation policies in 2020.

September 8, 2022

If you have employees who work both remotely and on-site, there are some important legal and workplace safety considerations to be aware of.

September 8, 2022

The only controllable item in an organization’s workers’ compensation premium cost is its experience modifier (e-mod) which is directly impacted by claim costs and severity.

September 8, 2022

As an employer, you can play an important role in helping an injured worker maintain their mental health. Read on to learn how.

September 8, 2022

SFM established a new scholarship program designed to identify and support future leaders and introduce them to rewarding careers in the insurance industry. The Bob Lund Scholarship is named for SFM’s former CEO, who is widely known for his service to the field of insurance and his continuing passion for making the world a better place.

September 7, 2022

The SFM Foundation 2022 Minnesota and Iowa golf events raised approximately $325,000 for the Foundation’s scholarship program. This fall brings yet another opportunity to support the Foundation, with the popular live fall fundraising event returning to the calendar in November. The in-person event is scheduled for Thursday, November 10, at the Westin Edina Galleria in Edina, Minnesota, near SFM’s Bloomington headquarters.

August 12, 2022

Follow these steps to get your employees ready for the risks of winter weather and cut down on slips and falls in the workplace.

July 5, 2022

In late 2021, SFM became a servicing carrier for the Wisconsin Worker’s Compensation Insurance Pool and the first year has been busy. Through the first two quarters of the year, SFM has been writing 60-80 new policies per week, totaling 1,800 policies for $5.3 million in premium. SFM will take on new pool accounts until reaching 20% of the state’s pool policyholders.

June 27, 2022

Our unique combination of effort, expertise and empathy allows us to provide the superior service that our customers and their employees rely on.

June 27, 2022

Wisconsin-based Marketing Underwriter Specialist Rick Spaulding has worked at SFM for nine years, and in the insurance industry for 16 years. We asked Rick a few questions about his role and his background.

June 27, 2022

A number of changes to the Wisconsin Worker’s Compensation Act were signed into law in April.

June 27, 2022

On April 1, 2022, the Iowa Supreme Court affirmed a district court’s finding in Chavez v MS Technology LLC/Westfield Insurance Co. that an employee’s injury was a scheduled member injury to her shoulder rather than an unscheduled whole-body injury, agreeing that the definition of “shoulder” should not just be limited to the joint.

June 27, 2022

On May 16, 2022, the Minnesota Supreme Court upheld an award of workers’ compensation benefits to an employee for his hearing loss due to long-term exposure to noise over a 30-year period working for five employers.

June 27, 2022

Policyholders continue to give SFM’s premium audit experience high marks in follow-up surveys.

June 27, 2022

Since its inception in 2008, the Foundation’s scholarship program has helped 216 students, including the 13 new recipients announced this summer.

June 27, 2022

A number of SFM employees took time recently to talk with students about issues in insurance, and careers in the field.

June 27, 2022

SFM continues to expand its employee base in states beyond its Minnesota headquarters.

June 9, 2022

A strong safety culture starts with a high level of safety awareness among employees. Getting there requires consistent, effective communication between leadership and front-line workers.

June 9, 2022

Sarah Hunter was recently promoted to SFM’s Vice President, Claims, and previously worked as Staff Counsel with SFM’s in-house law firm. We asked Sarah about her new role and her background.

June 9, 2022

Prevent heat-related illness among your employees with these tips and tools for working in extreme heat.

June 8, 2022

Read our ergonomics in the workplace tips to learn how to adjust your work space to allow for neutral posture at work; both in and out of the office.

May 24, 2022

SFM conducted an in-depth study of school employees in Minnesota to learn which employees were most likely to be injured, and how. What they learned might surprise you.

April 25, 2022

SFM Senior Vice President and Chief Legal Officer Kathy Bray is among this year’s recipients of the Minnesota Lawyer In-House Counsel Awards.

April 18, 2022

U.S. employers have the right to encourage or require employees to vaccinate against COVID-19. This raises the question of compensability for adverse reactions from the COVID-19 vaccine, and related medical treatment and time lost from work. A key factor for workers’ compensation compensability is whether the vaccination was required by the employer.

April 5, 2022

Small Business Accounts Claims Specialist Beth Couette has worked at SFM for nine years, and in the workers’ compensation industry for 35 years. We asked Beth for some details about herself and her role.

March 24, 2022

By all objective measures, SFM’s financial results for 2021 are outstanding. From reaching new heights in customer retention to setting records in new business and total written premium, the company has excelled in virtually every category of performance.

March 24, 2022

Hundreds of agencies have signed up to have their commissions deposited directly into their bank accounts. If you haven’t signed up yet, now is the time!

March 24, 2022

SFM recently promoted Sarah Hunter to Vice President, Claims, succeeding the retiring Meg Kasting.

March 24, 2022

SFM’s territory expansion successes continue as the team finds opportunities to get their feet on the ground in our two newest states.