Why More Ohio Employers Are Looking Beyond the State Fund

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For decades, Ohio employers have relied on the state-funded workers’ compensation system to provide coverage for workplace injuries. While this system continues to serve thousands of businesses, some employers are taking a closer look at how their workers’ compensation programs align with their financial goals, operational needs, and approach to risk management. As businesses grow […]

What Is an Alternate Employer Organization (AEO)?

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A Smarter Alternative to Traditional Workers’ Compensation in Ohio For many Ohio employers, workers’ compensation has always seemed like a one-size-fits-all system. Businesses often assume their only option is to participate in the traditional Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) model, accepting limited control over claims. What many employers don’t realize is that there is […]

What Is an Alternate Employer Organization (AEO) in Ohio? A Complete Guide for Business

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Introduction Ohio employers face one of the most complex workers’ compensation systems in the country. Until recently, companies had very few options outside of the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC). That changed with the introduction of the Alternate Employer Organization (AEO) model, created under Ohio Revised Code 4133. ARMADA offers employers a new way […]

Ways Ohio Employers Can Save on Workers’ Compensation with ARMADA

Introduction Workers’ compensation is one of the largest expenses for many Ohio employers. With rates tied to risk categories and claims history, it can feel like a fixed cost you can’t control. That’s where an Alternate Employer Organization (AEO) can help. By joining ARMADA, businesses gain access to strategies that significantly reduce workers’ compensation costs […]