Return to Work
E&O Disclaimer Recommendation
We have seen other brokers try to protect their E&O interests by including disclaimer language in any of their written correspondence addressing these questions. Below is suggested wording that might be worth including at the conclusion of your notes back to clients on these topics – feel free to copy and paste:
With all that being said, please note that any of the statements here relating to the potential impact of the coronavirus on your insurance coverage/policies are not legal opinions or guarantees and should not be relied upon as such. Walsh Duffield does not have the authority to render legal advice or to make coverage decisions regarding COVID-19 claims. All claims should be submitted to your insurance carrier(s) in writing for proper evaluation and a coverage determination. Please let us know how we can best assist you with that process should you choose to pursue it.
It is also worth noting that the coronavirus pandemic is a constantly changing situation. Our feedback is based on the facts as Walsh Duffield understands them at this time. It is unknown how recently-enacted, pending or potential future legislation could alter or affect any insurance coverage determinations
Important Communications
- Town hall survey
- The new Families First Coronavirus Response Act requires certain employers to provide their employees with paid sick leave and expanded family and medical leave for specified reasons related to COVID-19. These provisions will apply from April 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020. Please click to review for additional information. If you have any questions, please contact Cori Netzel.
- Email: Walsh Duffield Update 4/1/20
- Gov Cuomo Issues Executive Order Modifying Insurance Law
- Video – WD Update: 3/22/20
- Email – Walsh Duffield Update: 3/19/20
- Agency meeting – COVID-19 Response: 3/17/20
- Email – 3/11/20: Keeping us Safe and Well
- External Message from Sean Keenan
- INTERNAL: Talking Points – Coverage/Claim Implications
Work Tools & Applications
- Outlook web access
- In and Out Board
- EPIC (Enterprise ID is Walsh06)
- Lifesize web access & Instructions
- SignNow (e-signature) Tutorial
- Microsoft Teams Quick Start Guide
- CE Resources: PIA – member # 3150246710; Big I NY – member #8899
Note: Each employee has their own user name and password, but will need the member number to sign up initially. Please be careful not to create multiple sign-ins. Member number is not to be shared with non-employees.
Key Contact Information
- HR: Cori Netzel – cnetzel@walshduffield.com; 716-362-2423
- IT: Craig Politowski – cpolitowski@walshduffield.com; 716-362-7311
- Employee directory
- Conference room directory
Health & Safety
Wellbeing
- Self-care checklist
- Staying active from home
- A special message from your EAP – Our commitment to you
- To access our EAP resources, visit EAP.CFSBNY.ORG or call (716) 681-4300
- Understanding the Impact of a Stressful Situation
- Yoga Class 1; Yoga Class 2; Yoga Class 3; Yoga Class 4; Yoga Class 5; Yoga Class 6