EMPLOYERS Named Workers’ Compensation Carrier of Choice for Illinois Restaurant Association
October 23, 2018
Alliance provides 5 percent workers’ compensation discount for
eligible IRA members
RENO, Nev.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–EMPLOYERS®,
America’s small business insurance specialist®, has been named
the workers’ compensation carrier of choice by the Illinois Restaurant
Association (IRA). The association is comprised of active restaurant and
hospitality owners and managers, based in the state of Illinois.
Eligible IRA members can now receive a 5 percent discount on their
workers’ compensation premiums on policies placed with EMPLOYERS.
Additionally, EMPLOYERS offers IRA members who become policyholders a
suite of services, including claims management and loss control
resources, through Loss
Control Connection®, EMPLOYERS’ web-based loss control platform,
fraud prevention and managed care services. EMPLOYERS also offers
customer support with a 24/7 Injured Employee Hotline, payment plans and
competitive premiums.
“We are thrilled to have partnered with EMPLOYERS on behalf of more than
26,000 eating and drinking places in the state of Illinois,” said Sam
Toia, president, IRA. “The 5 percent discount on insurance, as sold
locally by our members’ agent of choice, will provide a much needed
relief as operating expenses continue to rise.”
“At EMPLOYERS, we are committed to meeting the unique needs of the
restaurant industry, which is the largest class of business at
EMPLOYERS,” said Ray Wise, Chief Sales Officer, EMPLOYERS. “IRA members
can choose from any EMPLOYERS appointed agent to gain access to the
program. We believe giving members a choice of agents across our strong
national network will add to the value and success of this exciting new
program. Just like the IRA’s commitment to its members, our core focus
is providing policyholders with information and tools to successfully
operate and grow their businesses. We are pleased to join together with
the IRA to provide its eligible members with valuable coverage and
quality services.”
Founded in 1914, the Illinois Restaurant Association is a non-profit
organization dedicated to promoting, protecting, educating and improving
the restaurant industry in Illinois. Information about this program or
membership in the Illinois Restaurant Association can be found at info@illinoisrestaurants.org
or by calling 1-800-572-1086.
IRA members interested in receiving more information about the 5 percent
workers’ compensation discount through EMPLOYERS can visit www.employers.com
or call 1-888-682-6671. Program eligibility is subject to EMPLOYERS’
underwriting.
About EMPLOYERS:
Employers Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:EIG) is a holding company with
subsidiaries that are specialty providers of workers’ compensation
insurance and services focused on select small businesses engaged in
low-to-medium hazard industries. The company, through its subsidiaries,
operates in 43 states and the District of Columbia. Insurance is offered
by Employers Insurance Company of Nevada, Employers Compensation
Insurance Company, Employers Preferred Insurance Company, and Employers
Assurance Company, all rated A- (Excellent) by A.M. Best Company.
Additional information can be found at: www.employers.com.
ABOUT THE ILLINOIS RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION
Founded in 1914, the Illinois Restaurant Association is a non-profit
organization dedicated to promoting, protecting, educating and improving
the restaurant industry in Illinois. The IRA owns and produces Chicago
Gourmet – the annual food and wine festival held in Millennium Park
that unites hundreds of restaurants, chefs and beverage experts for a
weekend filled with food and drink tastings, entertainment, cooking
demonstrations, book signings, interactive seminars and more. The
Association is a proud host of the James
Beard Foundation Awards, which will be held in Chicago through 2021,
and celebrates excellence in cuisine, culinary writing, and culinary
education throughout the country. For more information about the
Illinois Restaurant Association, visit www.illinoisrestaurants.org
and follow on Facebook,
Twitter
and Instagram.
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Contacts
Employers Holdings, Inc.
Media:
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Vice
President, Corporate Marketing
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or
Analysts:
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Chief Financial Officer
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