LOUISIANA LOYAL

News, Updates, and Announcements

The most updated information across LWCC’s many functions.

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October 28, 2024

LWCC Raises $58,000 For Kids’ Chance Scholarship Program

LWCC hosts management and strategy expert Renee Mauborgne for annual Speaker Series to support the Kids’ Chance Scholarship Program

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October 16, 2024

LWCC’s Louisiana Loyal Service Project Provides 24,000 Meals for Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank

Together, LWCC employees and agent partners donate time and money to combat food insecurity in the Capital Region.

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October 2, 2024

LWCC Spotlights Policyholders St. Tammany Fire Protection Districts #1 & #4 as Exemplary Safety Leaders

These LWCC policyholders are leading the state in safety by deploying innovative training and dynamic tools that protect lives, prioritize firefighters’ health, and elevate safety standards in Louisiana.

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October 1, 2024

LWCC Named Best Place to Work in 2024

LWCC is proud to be recognized as one of Baton Rouge's Best Places to Work.

LOUISIANA LOYAL

A Movement to Celebrate and Elevate Louisiana

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July 11, 2024

LWCC Named to Ward’s 50 Top-Performing Insurance Companies

Award recognizes overall businesses excellence in operations, finance and safety.

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June 10, 2024

5 Steps to Safety in the Workplace

A successful safety and risk management program requires detailed planning, careful implementation, and employers and employees who are committed to a strong safety culture.

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May 1, 2024

Top Tips for Work Zone Safety

LWCC recognizes National Work Zone Awareness Week, sharing tips and reminders to ensure safety for all.

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January 17, 2024

LWCC Awards $20,000 in Support to Three Exceptional Nonprofits through Holiday Giving Contest

LWCC’s annual Holiday Giving Contest celebrates and elevates Louisiana-based nonprofits in partnership with agent partners.

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December 12, 2023

Celebrating Louisiana: 2023 Year in Review

In 2023, LWCC continued its commitment to Louisiana, launching new initiatives and building on past successes. Look back on the many ways we celebrated our great state this year.

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December 11, 2023

Navigating Life’s Challenges: Insights from Ryan Holiday

Ryan Holiday, author and stoic philosopher, provided a framework for navigating life’s complexities utilizing ancient wisdom and key messages from his bestselling trilogy during LWCC’s Speaker Series event.

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December 7, 2023

LWCC Raises More Than $50,000 For Kids’ Chance Scholarship Program

LWCC hosts bestselling author Ryan Holiday for annual Speaker Series to support the Kids’ Chance Scholarship Program

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December 4, 2023

Empowering Healing Through Comfort and Joy

Utilizing funds from LWCC’s 2022 Holiday Giving Contest, Maddie’s Footprints was able to expand the services they provide to Louisiana families mourning the loss of an infant.

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November 27, 2023

Louisiana Loyal Leadership Summit: Empowering Louisiana. Leading Change.

The Louisiana Loyal Leadership Summit brought together leaders from across the state for learning, collaboration, and thought-provoking conversations to celebrate and elevate our home state.

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October 11, 2023

Service Project Delivers Bounty of Food Donations Across 34 Parishes

Collaborative Initiative Provides over 72,000 Meals to Help Louisiana Thrive

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September 7, 2023

LWCC Provides Safety Funds to 15 Louisiana-Based Businesses

Over $50,000 in Safety Funding Program grants to help increase workplace safety

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September 6, 2023

AM Best Reaffirms LWCC’s “A” Rating

LWCC rated “A” for the 25th time since 1998

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July 11, 2023

LWCC Named Ward’s 50 Top-Performing Insurance Companies

Award recognizes outstanding financial results in the areas of safety, consistency, and performance

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June 6, 2023

Unleashing the Power of Purpose: Insights from Ranjay Gulati

Ranjay Gulati, Harvard Business School professor and best-selling author shared thought-provoking insights on identifying purpose and the crucial role it plays in sustaining company success during the most recent LWCC Speaker Series event.

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June 1, 2023

LWCC Announces 2022 Safest 70 Award Winners

Workers’ comp provider honors Louisiana companies prioritizing safety.

NEWS
May 8, 2023

Is it Bad to File a Workers’ Compensation Claim?

Filing timely workers’ comp claims is always the best course of action, ensuring injured workers receive the care they need. Whether you’re a first time employee or seasoned professional, understanding the claims process can help you make best decision for your future.

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April 5, 2023

Boysie Bollinger: Loyal to Louisiana

Among the distinguished group of leaders that have led LWCC through history, Boysie Bolligner stands out as his heart for Louisiana and desire for good has led him to support and serve countless organizations, including our own.

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April 4, 2023

LWCC Announces Dividend of $115.5 Million to Policyholders

Distribution marks the largest annual disbursement of funds to Louisiana businesses in dividend program history

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March 29, 2023

Ladder Safety: One Step at a Time

Ladders are such a common tool used across construction sites, manufacturing plants, and many other work environments that their safety and sturdiness are often taken for granted. However, when used improperly, ladders can pose serious safety risks to the workers who rely on them.

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March 27, 2023

Elevating Louisiana with OneDay

The Louisiana Loyal movement starts within our walls, and drives us to think creatively about how we put our core values into action. LWCC's OneDay does just that, providing employees 24 hours to work creatively on how we can elevate our state.

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March 3, 2023

4 Ways to Improve Employee Health, Happiness, and Performance

Every year in March, National Nutrition Month aims to promote awareness about the importance of healthy eating habits and making informed food choices. Here are 4 simple ways employers can help support employee nutrition and overall health.

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February 10, 2023

Safety Funds Recipient: NOLA Habitat for Humanity

The New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity has spent the past 40 years helping elevate Louisiana citizens through the provision of safe and affordable housing. Recently, they also elevated the safety of their team with the help of the LWCC Safety Funds Program.

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February 9, 2023

Elevating Injured Worker Care: OMNET Provider Forum 2023

The 2023 OMNET Provider Forum provided medical professionals from all arenas of workers’ compensation the opportunity to learn from industry experts and connect with peers so together we can elevate the care of injured workers.

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February 8, 2023

LWCC Pilots CompAcademy New Producers School

LWCC brought together early-career agents from across the state to pilot the CompAcademy New Producers school, providing industry insight and continuing education opportunities for attendees.

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January 11, 2023

2022: Our Year in Review

2022 was a year of action and opportunity. Take a look back on the different ways we’ve come together to celebrate and elevate our home state, bringing to life our mantra, Louisiana Loyal.

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January 10, 2023

Safer Employees in 3 Easy Steps

Safety training for employees is vital, especially when onboarding new hires. Monique Granier, LWCC Safety Consultant, shares three ways to help create safer work environments for everyone.

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January 10, 2023

LWCC's Holiday Giving Contest Provides $20,000 to Local Nonprofits

Donations made in collaboration with agent partners to Louisiana-based nonprofits working to elevate the state

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January 6, 2023

Daniel Pink Explores the Future of Business

New York Times #1 best selling author, Daniel Pink, was featured in LWCC's Speaker Series on December 8, sharing his thoughts on how we best navigate what's next

NEWS
December 12, 2022

LWCC Raises $65,000 for Kids’ Chance Scholarship Program

LWCC hosts NY Times Bestselling Author, Daniel Pink, for annual Speaker Series to support Kids’ Chance

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December 5, 2022

When Holiday Spirit and Louisiana Loyal Combine

With funds received from LWCC’s 2021 Holiday Giving Contest, Affiliated Blind of Louisiana hosted Camp ABLE, a one-week camp aimed at bringing visually impaired children together and imparting critical life skills.

NEWS
December 2, 2022

Funding Lifts Safety Practices

A timely safety inspection highlighted the need for a new vehicle lift for the City of Thibodaux, a need that LWCC was able to help fulfill with the allocation of safety funds.

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November 7, 2022

Three Steps for a Smooth Workers' Comp Claim

Filing a workers’ comp claim shouldn’t be overwhelming. Here are three steps policyholders can take to ensure claims are easily resolved and injured workers are able to quickly and safely return to work.

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November 3, 2022

LWCC Policyholder Feature: Industrial & Oilfield Services

Industrial & Oilfield Services has learned the art and reward of a wise investment. From their workers' safety to their community's well-being, IOS invests in what matters most. 

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October 5, 2022

Here to Elevate Louisiana

The 2022 Louisiana Loyal Service Project was LWCC's largest to date. Together, employees and agent partners volunteered to help address the epidemic of food insecurity in Louisiana alongside the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank.

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September 29, 2022

29,291 Meals Provided through LWCC Louisiana Loyal Service Project

LWCC and agent network partner to benefit the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank for the Louisiana Loyal Service Project.

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September 8, 2022

LWCC Policyholder Feature: Chauvin Brothers, Inc.

With a legacy of dedication to their South Louisiana community that spans five generations and nearly 150 years, Chauvin Brothers is the very embodiment of Louisiana Loyal.

NEWS
September 8, 2022

Audit Noncompliance: What it Means and How to Prevent it

The completion of an audit is paramount for ensuring accurate premiums and coverage, but they can only be accomplished with the compliance of the policyholder.

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September 7, 2022

Creating a Healthy Louisiana Workforce from the Inside Out

Ensuring a healthy team also means ensuring a happy, productive team dedicated to the cause of helping others. It’s the Louisiana Loyal movement happening within our own walls!

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August 30, 2022

LWCC Joins Agent Partners for Community Service Project

Louisiana Loyal Service Project to benefit the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank through service and volunteering by bringing together employees and Baton Rouge area agent partners.

NEWS
August 4, 2022

LWCC Announces 2021 Safest 70 Award Winners

LWCC announced the 2021 Safest 70 Award recipients, an award to honor policyholders who share LWCC’s commitment to workplace safety and employee health and wellness.

NEWS
July 14, 2022

LWCC Named Ward’s 50 Top-Performing Insurance Companies

Award recognizes outstanding financial results in the areas of safety, consistency, and performance

NEWS
June 29, 2022

Putting Motion Behind the Movement

The Louisiana Loyal Service Project engaged employees and enhanced our local community, providing traction for a better Baton Rouge through our partnership with Front Yard Bikes.

NEWS
June 16, 2022

LWCC Grant Funding Recharges Safety Program

Electric utility provider, SLEMCO, uses LWCC pilot safety grant funding to purchase personal voltage detectors.

NEWS
June 7, 2022

LWCC Announces Safety Grants Program

Funding available for businesses to implement workplace safety measures.

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June 1, 2022

LWCC Foundation Grant Helps Ensure a Healthier Future for Louisiana Girls

Girls on the Run New Orleans is using grant funds to expand the program and improve health outcomes for young girls across the Crescent City.

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May 26, 2022

Daymond John Shares the Power of Purpose-Driven Business

Daymond John, founder of FUBU and star of ABC’s “Shark Tank” was featured in LWCC’s Speaker Series on May 18. From the stage of the Foster Learning Center, he shared his personal story of success and the importance of purpose-driven business with a focus on the greater good.

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April 4, 2022

LWCC Announces Dividend of $102 Million

Dividend program surpasses $1 billion in total distributions as company celebrates 30 years of elevating Louisiana

NEWS
March 22, 2022

4 Tips for Nutritional Wellness

LiveWell and Cooper Wellness Strategies share recommendations on making healthy eating choices and optimizing wellness

NEWS
January 19, 2022

Elevating Louisiana Through Service

In 2021, LWCC team members had multiple opportunities to elevate our community through projects that continue to help Louisiana thrive.

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January 12, 2022

LWCC Donates $20,000 through Holiday Giving Contest

Donations made in collaboration with agent partners to Louisiana-based nonprofits working to elevate the state.

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December 13, 2021

Billy Beane Launches LWCC Speaker Series

LWCC launched the Speaker Series at the Foster Learning Center on December 8, with an event featuring Billy Beane, Major League Baseball (MLB) executive and subject of the bestselling book and Oscar nominated film, Moneyball.

NEWS
December 13, 2021

2021 Holiday Giving Contest Voting Now Open

Voting is now open in LWCC's Holiday Giving Contest, an innovative new initiative to support nonprofits working to elevate Louisiana alongside our agent partners.

NEWS
December 13, 2021

LWCC Raises $43,000 for Kids' Chance Scholarship Program

In an exciting new format, LWCC hosts Billy Beane to launch Speaker Series to support Kids' Chance.

NEWS
December 2, 2021

LWCC Foundation Grant Supports Diabetes Treatment & Prevention

CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital uses grant funding from the LWCC Foundation to support its diabetes management, treatment, and prevention initiatives.

NEWS
November 9, 2021

Proud to Partner

LWCC is proud to partner with agents and is showing our appreciation for the integral role they play in helping Louisiana thrive.

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November 9, 2021

2021 Holiday Giving Contest Now Open

This holiday season LWCC is launching an innovative new initiative, alongside our agent partners, to support nonprofits working to elevate Louisiana.

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November 1, 2021

Welcome to the New LWCC.com

Our new cutting-edge website aims to improve the customer experience and support our purpose to help Louisiana thrive.

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October 26, 2021

Finding the Notes of Empowerment

Derrick Tabb is empowering at-risk youth through music education and mentorship. His nonprofit organization, The Roots of Music, is taking young people off the streets and changing lives around the Crescent City, all while celebrating the legacy of Louisiana culture.

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September 29, 2021

The LWCC Foundation Addresses Louisiana Health Vulnerabilities

The LWCC Foundation has awarded 10 grants through Louisiana Well Again: Phase 3. Learn more about who’s changing healthcare for all of Louisiana.

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September 28, 2021

Grant Funds Provide Healthcare Options in Rural Louisiana

Union General is a two-time Louisiana Well Again grant recipient, that is making positive strides in healthcare, from PPE to expanded telehealth programs.

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August 9, 2021

LWCC Safest 70 Star: Gulf Land Structures

LWCC’s Safest 70 Awards celebrate policyholders who share our commitment to workplace safety.

NEWS
July 19, 2021

A Recap: Foster Learning Center Dedication Event

The event celebrated the life and achievements of Governor Foster, and officially opened the doors to the Foster Learning Center at LWCC for the first time.

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July 1, 2021

LWCC Dedicates the Foster Learning Center

The new facility in Baton Rouge honors our founder, the late Governor Foster, and serves as a valuable resource for employees, agents, policyholders, and partners to facilitate meaningful collaboration and learning that will help Louisiana progress into the future.

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June 21, 2021

Expanding Care to Enhance Outcomes

Dr. Robert Jackson is on a mission to improve healthcare for Louisiana, ensuring the most vulnerable in his community have access to the medical care they need.

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May 26, 2021

Supporting and Sustaining Louisiana's Agricultral Economy

BREADA is on a mission to build a healthy and strong local food system, while increasing sustainability of independent, local, Louisiana based farms.

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May 25, 2021

Safest 70 Award Winners Prioritize Workplace Safety

Established in 2008, LWCC’s Safest 70 Award honors policyholders who share the company’s commitment to workplace safety.

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May 25, 2021

LWCC Announces 2020 Safest 70 Award Winners

LWCC announced the 2020 Safest 70 Award recipients, an award to honor policyholders who share LWCC’s commitment to workplace safety and employee health and wellness.

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April 13, 2021

LWCC Foundation Announces Phase 3 Grant of Louisiana Well Again

The LWCC Foundation is working to address the root issues of the vulnerabilities by providing funding for existing programs and initiatives, research, or new innovations that demonstrate the ability of an organization to address the vulnerabilities that threaten the health and safety of our citizens

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April 1, 2021

LWCC Announces Dividend of $94 Million

LWCC’s Board of Directors declares $94 million dividend to be distributed to approximately 20,000 Louisiana businesses, putting funds back into the state’s economy.

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March 30, 2021

Elevating Louisiana's Economy

Following one of the most unprecedented years of modern times, the LWCC board of directors has announced the distribution of a $94 million dividend to approximately 20,000 Louisiana-owned businesses.

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March 29, 2021

LWCC Safest 70 Star: SLEMCO

LWCC’s Safest 70 Awards celebrate policyholders who share our commitment to workplace safety.

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March 11, 2021

Transforming Transport and the Lives of Louisianans

By harnessing the spirit of its people, Acadian Companies continues to improve the lives of Louisiana citizens through innovation and service diversity.

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February 24, 2021

Creating A Culture of Healthy Habits

Molly Kimball aims to improve the health of Louisianans without compromising our culture.

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January 27, 2021

Bringing the Bounty of Sportsman's Paradise to Those in Need

Hunters for the Hungry Louisiana has turned a recreational pastime into a resource for residents facing food insecurity.

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January 12, 2021

Recharge Room Provides Respite for Frontline Workers

Support from the LWCC Foundation’s Louisiana Well Again: COVID-19 Response Program, allowed the hospital to create a unique place of respite for hospital employees

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December 16, 2020

2020: Our Year in Review

At LWCC, we began the year aiming to instill pride, in our company and our state. While we were not immune to the challenges, as we reflect back on the year, we have so much to be proud of.

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December 9, 2020

The Louisiana Loyal Service Project

LWCC’s Louisiana Loyal Service Project brings team members together in a collective service project to elevate both our region and state.

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December 1, 2020

LWCC Foundation Grants Provide Thanksgiving Meals for Frontline Workers

With the help of grant money from the LWCC Foundation’s Louisiana Well Again: COVID-19 Response Program, the hospital worked with Sysco to provide turkeys for the entire hospital staff.

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November 17, 2020

Working to Restore the Ground Beneath Our Feet

Simone Theriot Maloz advocates for the protection of Louisiana's rapidly disappearing coast. She also sees the state playing a global role in environmental restoration and addressing climate change.

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November 5, 2020

iPads at Baton Rouge General Help Patients Connect with Family

With the help of grant money from the LWCC Foundation’s Louisiana Well Again: COVID-19 Response Program and other community donors, Baton Rouge General was able to respond to the needs of the hospital during the height of the pandemic.

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October 13, 2020

Mentoring the Future: The Role of a Lifetime

Trey Godfrey leads by example in his commitment to elevating his community and state by working to enhance the lives of young people.

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September 16, 2020

Cultivation of Sustainable Agriculture Shapes Vision for Louisiana's Future

Galen Iverstine's return to his Louisiana roots has given him a vision for the state's future.

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September 14, 2020

Introducing Champions of Louisiana

We’re thrilled to introduce Champions of Louisiana, a celebration of the people, businesses, and organizations equally committed to bettering our beloved state. We’ll be sharing stories of our Champions on a monthly basis.

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September 9, 2020

Answering Our Community's Call

Several of our agent partners and their policyholders were greatly impacted by Hurricane Laura. LWCC is pleased to be able to support the Lake Charles community in a variety of ways.

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August 12, 2020

Union General Uses LWCC Foundation Grant to Purchase Ventilators for Critical COVID-19 Patients

The timing could not have been better for Union General Hospital when it learned earlier this summer that it was one of 24 hospitals to receive a LWCC Foundation grant in support of COVID-19 frontline healthcare workers.

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July 20, 2020

Congratulations to the 2019 LWCC Safest 70 Winners!

LWCC is proud to announce the winners of the 2019 Safest 70 Awards. Established in 2008, we created this award to honor our Policyholders who share our commitment to workplace safety.

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July 20, 2020

LWCC Announces 2019 Safest 70 Award Winners

LWCC is pleased to announce the 2019 Safest 70 Award recipients, an award program to honor Policyholders who share LWCC’s commitment to workplace safety and employee health and wellness.

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June 24, 2020

LWCC Foundation Awards Grants to Support Frontline Healthcare Workers

The grants make up the second phase of the foundation’s Louisiana Well Again: COVID-19 Response Package, a $1.1 million, three-phase grants and gifts package dedicated to helping Louisiana respond to and recover from the pandemic.

NEWS
May 8, 2020

LWCC Celebrates Employees

The meeting gave us an opportunity to come together, reflect on past success, and usher in a new era for LWCC.

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April 30, 2020

LWCC Announces the Launch of the LWCC Foundation

LWCC announces the formation of a private foundation to continue furthering its vision—to be a catalyst for elevating Louisiana.

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March 24, 2020

LWCC Announces Dividend Distribution of $86 Million

LWCC’s Board of Directors has announced a $86 million dividend to be distributed to policyholders and directly back into the state’s economy.

NEWS
February 3, 2020

LWCC's Safe Schools Initiative

Ensuring that schools are safe provides an encouraging environment that helps establish a path for future growth and opportunity, not only for students, but the entire state.

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November 19, 2019

LWCC and LBF Raise Over $38,000 for Kids’ Chance

LWCC's 16th Annual Kid's Chance Invitation Golf Tournament has raised over $38,000 for the Louisiana Bar Foundation (LBF) Kid's Chance Scholarship Program.

NEWS
August 19, 2019

LWCC Board of Directors Announces $136 Million Mid-Year Dividend to be Distributed in October

LWCC’s Board of Directors has declared a $136 million mid-year dividend to be distributed to approximately 20,000 businesses throughout Louisiana.

NEWS
August 7, 2019

LWCC Named to 2019 Ward’s 50® Top-Performing Insurance Companies

LWCC has been named to the 2019 Ward’s 50 group of top-performing property-casualty insurance companies by Aon plc.

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November 6, 2017

LWCC Kids’ Chance Invitational Golf Tournament Raises Over $35,000

The fourteenth annual LWCC Kids’ Chance invitational golf tournament raised over $35,000 for the Louisiana Bar Foundation (LBF) Kids’ Chance Scholarship Program.

NEWS
July 11, 2017

LWCC Board Declares Policyholder Dividend

LWCC’s Board of Directors recently declared a 2016 dividend of $90.6 million, distributed to over 20,000 policyholders.

NEWS
April 11, 2017

LWCC Announces New Board Member

LWCC recently welcomed Thomas K. “Tommy” Huval, CIC as the newest member to its board of directors.

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June 21, 2016

LWCC’s “A” Rating Reaffirmed by A.M. Best

A.M. Best reaffirms the financial strength rating of "A" for LWCC, marking the 14th consecutive year of this recognition.

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July 15, 2015

LWCC Named to 2015 Ward’s 50® Top-Performing Insurance Companies

LWCC has been named to the 2015 Ward’s 50 group of top-performing insurance companies.