Barrow Group, LLC

06/01/2026

Did you know that The ( ) limits an employer’s ability to require employees and applicants to undergo medical exams or answer questions regarding medical conditions. Failure to comply with the ADA’s requirements can result in significant penalties to employers.

https://www.barrowgroup.com/blog/employers-best-practices-for-medical-examinations-and-inquiries-under-the-ada/

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Employers that fail to comply with the ADA’s restrictions on medical exams & disability inquiries may be subject to costly legal penalties

05/28/2026

From property theft to employee injuries, public warehouse operators face a number of risks. As such, it's crucial that they protect both themselves and their operations against possible losses by securing proper insurance.

https://www.barrowgroup.com/blog/insurance-considerations-for-public-warehouse-operators/

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Public warehouses play a key role in modern supply chains but face a number of risks: property issues, employee safety & liability exposures.

05/25/2026

05/21/2026

Public warehouses play a significant role in modern supply chains, helping many types of businesses manage their inventory. Nonetheless, face a number of risks, including , and

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Public warehouses play a key role in modern supply chains but face a number of risks: property issues, employee safety & liability exposures.

05/21/2026

Heat exposure has quietly become one of the most urgent workplace safety challenges. As extreme heat events become more frequent, the U.S. Department of Labor has intensified its focus on protecting workers from heat illness & death. are most at risk.

https://www.barrowgroup.com/blog/oshas-heat-related-illness-national-emphasis-program-nep-what-employers-and-staffing-agencies-need-to-know-in-2026/

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As extreme heat events become more frequent, the U.S. Department of Labor has intensified its focus on protecting workers from heat illness.

05/19/2026

For years, the U.S. has watched its own film, and TV productions pack their bags, grab their passports, and head abroad. Canada, the United Kingdom, Australia--are winning the global production race with rich national incentives. But 2026 feels different. Here's a breakdown of what's happening. (article by Chiquita Banks)

https://www.barrowgroup.com/blog/why-hollywoods-offshoring-problem-might-push-congress-to-act/

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the U.S. is losing film projects to countries offering rich national incentives, but congress is listening to the “jobs/economic impact” plea

05/14/2026

Due to the way the calendar falls in 2026, many organizations that run 26 biweekly payrolls will instead issue 27 paychecks. An extra cycle can have significant downstream effects on , , and employee communications.

https://www.barrowgroup.com/blog/how-an-extra-biweekly-payroll-period-in-2026-will-impact-employee-benefits/

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HR & benefits teams should understand the impact a 27-paycheck year will have on employee benefits, contribution limits & payroll deductions.

05/11/2026

Don't get caught sleeping on the job. Here are six common coverage gaps that can leave your business vulnerable amid potential perils. These gaps often remain undetected until a claim occurs making it too late to remedy the problem.

https://www.barrowgroup.com/blog/six-common-coverage-gaps-in-commercial-insurance-programs/

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Meeting with a trusted insurance professional during policy renewals can help a business identify potential coverage gaps before claims arise

04/27/2026

Hosting concerts or large special events is a major win for community spirit, but from a municipal and legal standpoint, it’s a high-stakes balancing act. Whether a city is the direct organizer or simply the permit-issuer for a third-party promoter, the goal is risk transfer.

https://www.barrowgroup.com/blog/what-communities-should-know-about-the-essential-insurance-layers-for-special-events/

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Hosting a large event? Learn the essential event and insurance liability requirements to protect your community and organization.

04/23/2026

Effective for requires more than annual training. It demands an understanding of requirements, & an emphasis on .

https://www.barrowgroup.com/blog/risk-management-and-bloodborne-pathogens-what-healthcare-staffing-agencies-must-get-right/

Healthcare staffing agencies play a critical role in patient care—but they are also responsible for protecting their workers at facilities.