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The Case for Self-Insurance: How Restaurant Operators Are Gaining Control Over Workers’ Compensation

2 Oct

Kaya Stanley
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The Case for Self-Insurance: How Restaurant Operators Are Gaining Control Over Workers’ Compensation

Quick Take California restaurant operators face rising workers’ compensation costs,with a statewide 8.7% rate hike effective September 2025 and average claims costs now exceeding $36,000. Traditional carriers are under...

California’s Restaurant Wage Update: Local Rates Effective July 1, 2025

3 Jul

Kaya Stanley
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California’s Restaurant Wage Update: Local Rates Effective July 1, 2025

California’s statewide minimum wage is currently $16.50 per hour as of January 1, 2025. However, several local jurisdictions have set higher rates effective July 1, 2025. Restaurants operating within...

CRMBC Achieves Record Growth in 2024, Expands Membership by 76%

29 May

CRMBC
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CRMBC Achieves Record Growth in 2024, Expands Membership by 76%

California’s only self-insured workers’ compensation group for restaurants surpasses $20M in annualized revenue and welcomes more than 70 new members. Fresno, CA – 28 MAY 2025 – The...

Your CRMBC Member Newsletter Spring 2025

8 May

Alex Fuentes
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Your CRMBC Member Newsletter Spring 2025

Welcome to the latest update from CRMBC, your partner in cost savings and reliable workers' compensation coverage. Renewals, Revenue, Resources, and Record Engagement Dear [first name], 2024 closed on...

16 Jan

CRMBC
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10 Cybersecurity Resolutions for 2025

DO NOT IGNORE THIS BLOG POST: Poor cybersecurity could shut down your business and potentially lead to bankruptcy. Recent incidents involving companies like Panda Express and Panera LLC underscore...

Holiday Season Hiring and Safety Concerns: A Must-Read for Restaurant Owners

15 Nov

Jon Wroten
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Holiday Season Hiring and Safety Concerns: A Must-Read for Restaurant Owners

Author: Jon Wroten, CPP MBA, Senior Vice President, The PATH Alliance As the festive season approaches, restaurant owners enter a crucial phase: seasonal hiring. While bustling with opportunities,...

A Restaurant Owner’s Guide to Sub Rosa Investigations

8 Nov

Gene Immendorf
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A Restaurant Owner’s Guide to Sub Rosa Investigations

Author: Gene Immendorf Sub rosa investigations are valuable in the workers’ compensation industry, providing documented evidence and information unavailable elsewhere. However, the process is often flawed, with inadequate assignments,...

Understanding PAR Audits: A Restaurant Owner’s Guide to Workers’ Compensation Compliance

29 Oct

CRMBC
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Understanding PAR Audits: A Restaurant Owner’s Guide to Workers’ Compensation Compliance

As the California restaurant industry faces increasing operational costs and regulatory scrutiny, understanding the ins and outs of workers’ compensation claims has never been more critical. Restaurant operators are...

Rising Incidence of Cyberattacks in the Restaurant Industry

24 Oct

CRMBC
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Rising Incidence of Cyberattacks in the Restaurant Industry

DO NOT IGNORE THIS BLOG POST: A cyberattack could shut down your business and potentially lead to bankruptcy. This is not an exaggeration; recent incidents involving major companies like...

Beyond the Claim: The Hidden Risk of Civil Lawsuits in Restaurant Workers’ Compensation

21 Oct

Kaya Stanley
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Beyond the Claim: The Hidden Risk of Civil Lawsuits in Restaurant Workers’ Compensation

Author: Kaya Stanley, Board Chair and CEO, CRMBC Workers’ compensation claims are a familiar part of operating a restaurant. Still, for many restaurant owners, a surprising—and often controversial—aspect...

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