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SFM launches online wage reporting — May 25, 2010

SFM recently launched a web-based wage reporting function for policyholders with annual premium of more than $1,000. It allows policyholders, especially those that have fluctuating cash flows, to time premium payments to better match their business operations.

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SFM launches improved online Resource Catalog — May 20, 2010

Need to brush up on workers' comp? Visit SFM's newly redesigned online Resource Catalog. The updated version of the Resource Catalog launched today.

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Schmitty and Sons receives Premier Partner Award from SFM Mutual Insurance — May 20, 2010

The Dakota County Tribune published a story about Lakeville-based Schmitty and Sons, an SFM policyholder, winning the Premier Partner Award.

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High EPL risk continues; SFM expands coverage — March 4, 2010

The volume of employment practice charges against employers that surged to record highs nationally in 2008 continued in 2009. However, studies show small business owners remain largely unprotected. Meanwhile, SFM has enhanced EPL coverage at no additional charge.

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SFM launches penguin campaign to help employers prevent winter slips and falls — Jan. 7, 2010

"Walk like a penguin." That's the theme around which SFM has built a campaign to help employers avoid expensive slip-and-fall injuries this winter.

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SFM launches redesigned website — Jan. 4, 2010

Agents, employers and self-insured clients will find an easier-to-navigate, better organized version of SFM's website the next time they visit. SFM launched a completely redesigned version of its public website today. The new site was developed with input from SFM's agents and policyholders, with the focus on providing easy access to the information that users find most important.

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Light-duty job resources now available to employers — Jan. 4, 2010

SFM recently launched its Transitional Work Warehouse to help policyholders develop light-duty work programs for injured employees who have medical restrictions.

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New law creates potential for EPL lawsuits — Jan. 4, 2010

The new Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) became effective Nov. 21, 2009. GINA could open the door for employers' exposure to potential employment practice lawsuits. Protect your business with SFM's EPL coverage.

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October-December Companion published — October 29, 2009

Wellness in your workplace: A 6-step approach to get you up and running.

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H1N1 and workers' compensation — October 22, 2009

SFM medical director Dr. Dan Janiga discusses the workers' compensation implications from the H1N1 flu in this video.

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Feb. 9, 2010 session added for SFM's "Safety Committees" seminar — October 13, 2009

Your staff is stretched, your budget has tightened, but your safety efforts may be more important than ever to help your organization control costs. SFM can help you do more at no cost to enrich the safety efforts in your organization. Attend this new workshop to learn how.

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News releases

Date	Title
Oct. 12, 2009	SFM selected to service Minnesota Assigned Risk Plan
April 1, 2009	SFM launches employment practices liability coverage as charges against employers rise
Feb. 2, 2009	Bloomington public schools honored for outstanding work comp management
Jan. 21, 2009	Accessible Space Inc. honored for leadership in preventing work injuries
Jan. 21, 2009	GLS Companies honored for leadership in preventing work injuries
Sept. 8, 2008	SFM Foundation organized to provide education scholarships to children of workplace accident victims
April 14, 2008	Minnesota Chamber partners with SFM Companies to offer discounted workers' comp coverage
Jan. 14, 2008	Southwestern Minnesota siblings convicted of felony theft of workers' compensation benefits

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