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Caitlyn Jones

Caitlyn Jones tackles the world of Employment Law and FinTech Insurance in her work. Employment Law is a key area across all businesses, and Caitlyn brings an eagle eye for detail to her writing, ensuring processes, procedures, and the latest rules and legislation are always uncovered, dissected, and made easy to apply. 
Navigating Conflicting Federal and State Directives on Gender Identity
Employment Law
Navigating Conflicting Federal and State Directives on Gender Identity

President Donald Trump’s early administrative actions created significant tension regarding gender identity recognition in the workplace. Executive Order 14168, issued early in Trump’s presidency, aimed at eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, which had previously embraced the recognition of multiple gender identities beyond the traditional male and female classifications. As Acting Chair of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC),

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Navigating Form I-9 Compliance: Key Tips for HR Professionals
Employment Law
Navigating Form I-9 Compliance: Key Tips for HR Professionals

The complexities and intricacies of properly completing, storing, and handling Form I-9 are fundamental for legal compliance and operational integrity for all U.S. employers. This article explores common issues HR professionals face with Form I-9 through insights from a SHRM webinar featuring SHRM CHRO Jim Link and attorney Daniel Brown from Fragomen’s Washington, D.C., office. With the five-year statute of

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Agentero Transforms Insurance Compliance with Producerflow Launch
FinTech Insurance
Agentero Transforms Insurance Compliance with Producerflow Launch

The insurance sector has long grappled with intricate compliance challenges, particularly given the fragmented landscape of numerous independent insurance agencies across the U.S. Agentero, a California-based InsurTech firm founded by Luis Pino, stands at the forefront of digitizing and streamlining these operations. Agentero’s recent launch of Producerflow, an advanced compliance-focused software suite, signifies a monumental stride in addressing the complexities

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How Is MetLife Streamlining Dental Credentialing Processes?
FinTech Insurance
How Is MetLife Streamlining Dental Credentialing Processes?

MetLife, a global leader in insurance, has taken a significant step towards modernizing the dental credentialing process through a strategic partnership with SKYGEN, a company specializing in digital transformation solutions. This collaboration is poised to address the longstanding administrative challenges faced by dental providers, enhancing both their operational efficiency and overall patient care. By integrating SKYGEN’s Dental Hub into MetLife’s

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Rising Discrimination Reduces LGBTQ+ Workplace Happiness and Retention
Employment Law
Rising Discrimination Reduces LGBTQ+ Workplace Happiness and Retention

An alarming trend has emerged, signaling a decline in workplace happiness and overall well-being for LGBTQ+ individuals. There is a growing gap in job satisfaction between heterosexual and LGBTQ+ workers. While heterosexual workers largely maintain their levels of job satisfaction, LGBTQ+ employees report feeling less empowered, less proud of their work, and less satisfied in their roles. This growing disparity

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How Will Aviva’s Partnership Boost Welsh Fintech Innovation?
FinTech Insurance
How Will Aviva’s Partnership Boost Welsh Fintech Innovation?

Aviva, a prominent UK insurance and financial services company, has recently become a partner member of FinTech Wales, joining renowned firms such as Barclays and Go.Compare.This partnership marks a significant step toward enhancing innovation within the Welsh fintech sector. FinTech Wales, an independent membership association inaugurated in 2019, focuses on fostering growth and innovation by uniting entrepreneurs, businesses, technology suppliers,

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Can Employers Access Employees’ Social Media? Wisconsin Says No
Employment Law
Can Employers Access Employees’ Social Media? Wisconsin Says No

One of the core tenets of Wisconsin’s Social Media Protection Act is the prohibition against employers requesting or demanding personal account login information from employees. This includes access to private content on social media accounts, private online communications, direct messages, and personal emails. The Act unequivocally forbids employers from refusing to hire, terminating, or discriminating against individuals who resist providing

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How to Properly Classify and Manage Independent Contractors
Employment Law
How to Properly Classify and Manage Independent Contractors

Classifying workers as either employees or independent contractors is a critical decision for businesses, as it carries significant legal and financial implications.Incorrect classification can lead to penalties, back payments, and other liabilities. Understanding the criteria for this classification and implementing proper management practices can help businesses navigate these challenges efficiently. Criteria for Classifying Workers Understanding the Basics One of the

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How is AI Revolutionizing Insurance with GenAI Innovations?
FinTech Insurance
How is AI Revolutionizing Insurance with GenAI Innovations?

The transformative impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on the insurance industry has become a topic of significant discussion.At the 2025 Insurtech Insights Europe conference, experts highlighted how AI—especially generative AI (GenAI)—is reshaping general insurance, from initial pilots to scaled implementations. The session, moderated by Guidewire’s Laura Drabik, featured Tom Wilde, CEO of Indico Data, and Terry Buechner, global insurance core

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AI Revolutionizing Insurance Industry in Australia and New Zealand
FinTech Insurance
AI Revolutionizing Insurance Industry in Australia and New Zealand

The revolution in artificial intelligence (AI) is profoundly transforming the insurance industry in Australia and New Zealand, as insurers adopt advanced technologies to modernize operations and cater to evolving market needs. The 2024 ISG Provider Lens Insurance Services report by Information Services Group (ISG) highlights several key trends, including economic pressures, climate-related risks, and rising consumer expectations, that are reshaping

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Insurance Industry Faces Digital and AI Transformation Challenges
FinTech Insurance
Insurance Industry Faces Digital and AI Transformation Challenges

The digital transformation in the insurance industry has become more crucial than ever, with studies highlighting the varying levels of digital maturity among insurance carriers.Despite the clear advantages of digitalization and AI integration, a considerable fraction of the industry remains in the nascent stages of adoption. A notable revelation from a comprehensive ACORD study reveals that only a quarter of

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How Will AI and Climate Data Transform Property Insurance?
FinTech Insurance
How Will AI and Climate Data Transform Property Insurance?

In today’s rapidly evolving insurance landscape, the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and advanced climate data models has become imperative. Property insurance underwriters are increasingly facing challenges in accurately assessing evolving risks due to the surge in natural disasters, such as wildfires and severe storms. To address these challenges, Cytora, a leading digital risk processing platform, has entered into a

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