GUARD’s Becky Barnette Highlighted in AM Best Article

December 1, 2025

The November 2025 issue of Best’s Review includes a spotlight on how technology is reshaping workplace safety and workers’ compensation trends. The article, “New Technology Helps Prevent Workplace Injuries as Claims Frequency Declines,” explores why claims frequency continues to fall while severity rises, and how insurers are responding.

Becky Barnette, GUARD Vice President of Workers’ Compensation, contributed insights on industry trends and GUARD’s approach, which includes both technology and a human touch to deliver better outcomes for injured workers and policyholders.