Our Risk Management Premium Credit (RMPC) program allows eligible K-12 members to receive a credit toward their premium by completing a survey about their most pressing risk management concerns. This comparison of top liability risks has been created from responses, provided by nearly 240 independent K-12 member schools, to the 2018/2019 survey.
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Establishing a sound campus reporting structure is critical for addressing the risk of campus sexual misconduct, yet many campuses do not include details about reporting in their Nondiscrimination/Title IX/Sexual Misconduct Policy. This checklist guides higher education administrators in evaluating or drafting their sexual misconduct reporting policy.
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In this episode of the Prevention and Protection podcast,
United Educators (UE) risk researcher Christine McHugh interviews UE
senior resolutions counsel Rhonda Hurwitz about the recent class action
settlement agreement related to concussion management and medical
monitoring. The discussion explains the lawsuit that led to the
settlement, the settlement’s provisions, and the benefits for
institutions which comply with the provisions by the May 18, 2020,
deadline.
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This publication helps human resources administrators assess the soundness of their background check screening sources, practices, and policy. More institutions are implementing background checks for all employees, contractors, volunteers, and other individuals affiliated with the school, to protect community members and the institution’s resources, improve the quality of hires, and reduce organizational risk.
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During this webinar, experts on the clinical and legal aspects of student mental health discuss how a comprehensive approach leads to better outcomes for students with critical mental health issues.
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United
Educators (UE) understands the challenge of addressing gaps on
campus that enable adults affiliated with the institution to sexually abuse
students or minors. Since the release of the supplemental application for
sexual abuse liability, we’ve fielded questions from concerned higher ed
members working to align institutional practices with the requirements of UE’s
policy changes and underwriting approach.
In
response, here are answers to some frequently asked questions (FAQs) addressing
coverage eligibility, organizational change, and policy language.
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United
Educators (UE) understands the challenge of addressing gaps on
campus that enable adults affiliated with the institution to sexually abuse
students or minors. Since the release of the supplemental application for
sexual abuse liability, we’ve fielded questions from concerned K-12 independent and charter school
members working to align school practices with the requirements of UE’s
policy changes and underwriting approach.
In
response, here are answers to some frequently asked questions (FAQs) addressing
coverage eligibility, organizational change, and policy language.
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This checklist covers items that higher education institutions should consider when creating or revising nondiscrimination policies and grievance procedures related to sexual harassment of employees, students, and minors participating in institution-sponsored programs. It is based on federal legal requirements and United Educators' recommendations derived from research and claims experience.
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