Today’s issue of WorkCompRecap features some M&A news with Mitchell’s announcement of its agreement to acquire Cogent Works, a provider of pharmacy network and benefit management services to both the auto casualty and workers’ comp markets. Mitchell noted that the acquisition will complement its existing capabilities by expanding its ability to offer pharmacy management at the initial onset of injury. Find out more by clicking here!
Also up today is a “seasonally appropriate” guest post from Texas Mutual’s Woody Hill centered around workplace safety during the holiday season. Hill notes the importance of extra safety precautions and training in light of the significant increase in workforce numbers due to seasonal hiring. If last night’s lighting of the tree in Rockefeller Center didn’t get you in the holiday spirit, this might do the trick! Read it here!