Best Practices in 2026 for Workers’ Comp: A Smarter Playbook for New York Restaurants - by David Friedlander
For most operators, Workers’ Compensation feels like another tax. What if there were a way to reduce that “tax” by up to 50%? In New York, one effective strategy is joining a Workers’ Compensation Safety Group for Restaurants, Bars and Nightclubs, underwritten by the New York State Insurance Fund, which operates on a not-for- profit basis, and the “profits” from low claims, flows through to members in the form of a dividend.
(May 7, 2025)
Manage HR Awards Friedlander Group with Workers' Compensation Company of the Year for 2026
For most New York employers, Workers’ Compensation feels less like insurance and more like a tax. It is required by law. The benefits are set by statute. The coverage does not change from one carrier to the next. Every year, the premium renews and most businesses absorb it as a fixed cost of doing business in the state.
(May 6, 2025)
Adam Friedlander Talks Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty with Insurance Journal
Recently, Adam Friedlander spoke with Insurance Journal about the effect the future of our economy and potential tariffs can have on the workers' compensation system.
"The economy, and the strength of the most recent few years of economy, have been helpful in keeping claims low," said Adam Friedlander, president of Friedlander Group in New York.
(February 27, 2025)
Friedlander Announces a 37.5% Dividend for the Oil and Gas Dealers Group of New York #582
Friedlander Group, Inc., manager of the Oil and Gas Dealers Group of New York Workers' Compensation Safety Group 582, has announced a 37.5% dividend for its members with policies effective July 1, 2023, to July 1, 2024. This payout adds to the $427 million in total dividends paid since 1992, contributing to the $770 million in total workers' compensation savings the company has delivered to clients across various industries.
(February 27, 2025)
Friedlander Announces a 42.5% Dividend for Building Material Dealers Safety Group of New York #540
Friedlander Group, Inc., manager of the Building Material Dealers Workers' Compensation Safety Group of New York #540, has announced a 42.5% dividend for its members with policies effective July 1, 2023, to July 1, 2024. This payout adds to the $427 million in total dividends paid since 1992, contributing to the $770 million in total workers' compensation savings the company has delivered to clients across various industries.
(February 25, 2025)
Friedlander Group's SWAT Team Reaches $22 Million in Savings
For over 32 years, the Friedlander Group has been a trusted partner for New York businesses, delivering innovative workers’ compensation solutions. Since launching the Fraud Solutions (SWAT) team in 2012, we’ve saved clients over $22 million by preventing fraudulent claims, safeguarding both businesses and the integrity of the workers’ compensation system.
(January 23, 2025)
Friedlander Announces a 40% Dividend for Hotel & Motel Group of NY Safety Group #578
Friedlander Group, Inc., manager of the Hotel & Motel Group of New York Workers' Compensation Safety Group #578, has announced a 40% dividend for its members with policies effective June 1, 2023, to June 1, 2024. This payout adds to the $423 million in total dividends paid since 1992, contributing to the $765 million in total workers' compensation savings the company has delivered to clients across various industries.
(January 23, 2025)
Chief of New York State Insurance Fund Celebrates its 110th Birthday
Spectrum News1's Capital Tonight featured the New York State Insurance Fund (NYSIF) as it marks 110 years of service. Born from the tragedy of the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist factory fire, NYSIF was established following the 1914 Workers' Compensation Act to provide affordable workers' compensation insurance. Now a self-supporting carrier competing nationally, it ranks among the top 10 workers' comp insurers in the U.S. CEO Gaurav Vasisht reflected on NYSIF's history, mission, and recent research efforts on climate change and long COVID.
(December 10, 2024)
Friedlander Group Announces 42.5% Dividend for Wholesale Group of NY Safety Group Members
42.5% Dividend Announced to members of The Retail Group of New York Safety Group
Friedlander Group, Inc., manager of the Retail Group of New York Workers’ Compensation Safety Group #544, has announced a 42.5% dividend for its members with policies effective March 1, 2023, to March 1, 2024. This payout adds to the $423 million in total dividends paid since 1992, contributing to the $765 million in total workers' compensation savings the company has delivered to clients across various industries.
(December 6, 2024)
Friedlander Group Announces 37.5% Dividend for Residential Care Facilities Safety Group Members
Friedlander Group Announces 50% Dividend for Financial Services Safety Group Members
Safety Group vs. Self-Insured Trust
Self-insured trusts, once used for workers' compensation, largely failed due to underfunding and have become non-existent, exposing members to significant liabilities. In contrast, safety groups offer stable, cost-effective coverage with limited liability, making them a secure alternative, as highlighted by Adam Friedlander in his industry analyses.
(October 2, 2024)
Friedlander Group is New Manager for Safety Group #510
The Friedlander Group is proud to announce that we are the new Safety Group Manager for the Transportation Industry Safety Group #510.
For more information on the available classification codes and benefits of the group, click here.
(May 20, 2024)
Friedlander Group is New Manager for Financial Services Workers' Compensation Safety Group #558
The Friedlander Group is proud to announce that we are the new Safety Group Manager for the Financial Services Safety Group #558.
For more information on the available classification codes and benefits of the group, click here.
(December 24, 2023)
SWAT-ing WC Fraud
Insurance Advocate - January, 2024
Friedlander Group's SWAT Team Tops $20 Million in Savings
Since 2012, the Friedlander Group's Fraud Solutions (SWAT) team has saved clients over $20 million by tackling workers' compensation fraud. As the annual cost of fraud reaches $34 billion nationwide, the Friedlander Group's commitment to integrity highlights the crucial role of initiatives like the SWAT team in protecting businesses.
(December 14, 2023)
40% Dividend Announced to members of The United Restaurants of New York Safety Group
Friedlander Group announces a 40% Dividend to the United Restaurants of New York Workers’ Compensation Safety Group #556.
(May 23, 2022)
NYSHFA | NYSCAL and Friedlander Exclusive Offer
"NYSHFA | NYSCAL announces the establishment of a proposed Workers’ Compensation Safety Group managed by Friedlander Healthcare Providers Insurance Services"
(April 26, 2022)