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BH GUARD Volunteers Pack Food Boxes for Seniors
October 23, 2026More than a dozen Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies employees and family members recently volunteered at the Weinberg Northeast Regional Food Bank, helping prepare monthly food packages for seniors throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania. The volunteer effort supported the food bank’s mission of providing nutritious food to families in need across Lackawanna, Luzerne, Susquehanna, and Wyoming counties. The GUARD volunteer team, alongside…
Read MoreInsurance Business Magazine Spotlights GUARD’s Claims Management Approach
September 2, 2026Members of GUARD’s Workers’ Comp claims management team recently shared their expertise with Insurance Business magazine. Jason Volonakis, Complex Claims Director, Lauren Jason, Medical Only/Early Intervention Claims Director, and Lisa Krzywicki, Nurse Case Management Manager discussed the impact of rapid reporting, early intervention, and proactive medical management for Workers’ Compensation claims. “Those 24 hours after a workplace injury occurs are critical,” said Lauren. “Early engagement allows us to immediately connect with the employee to begin managing an appropriate medical strategy and confirm our support for the situation –…
Read MoreBH GUARD Intern Makes Lasting Impression
August 21, 2026The Times Leader recently spotlighted the work of Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Marketing & Communications intern Ava Siergiej. Ava, a sophomore studying Animation at Rutgers, designed and painted a 7-x-14-foot mural in the lobby of GUARD's Home Office in Wilkes-Barre, PA, that features the company's logo and iconic landmarks from the city. “This initiative created a lot of buzz right from…
Read MoreBH GUARD’s A+ Superior Credit Rating Affirmed by AM Best
August 21, 2026GUARD continues to earn recognition for its financial strength and stability. On August 12, 2026, AM Best reaffirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A+ (Superior) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings of “aa-” (Superior) for the member companies of Berkshire Hathaway GUARD Insurance Companies, AmGUARD, EastGUARD, NorGUARD, and WestGUARD – all with a stable outlook. Founded in 1899, AM Best is the world’s oldest and largest…
Read MoreTwo GUARD Professionals Recognized as IBA Rising Stars
July 16, 2026We are proud to announce that two GUARD employees have been recognized among Insurance Business America’s 2026 Rising Stars, a national program that highlights top insurance professionals under 40 who are helping shape the future of the industry. Congratulations to Chris Bohn, Director of Wholesale Regional Partnerships, and Sara Husty, Lead Underwriter. The annual recognition honors emerging leaders who demonstrate…
Read MoreGreen Speaks to Return-to-Work Strategies with Insurance Business Magazine
July 7, 2026Charlie Green, Berkshire Hathaway GUARD’s new Head of Workers’ Compensation Claims, recently shared his expertise on return-to-work (RTW) programs with Insurance Business magazine. RTW programs are designed to help injured employees safely transition back to work while recovering. When thoughtfully implemented, these programs can provide benefits for both employees and employers - resulting in successful Workers’ Compensation outcomes. Charlie dispelled some common…
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