Industry News
2026 Brings Another Increase in California Tree Care Work Comp Rates
Author, Rory Anderson, Partner, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Pure premium rates are developed by the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau of California (WCIRB) and reflect the expected cost of workers’ compensation claims for a particular class of business. Each year, the WCIRB evaluates loss and payroll data reported by insurance carriers throughout California and develops advisory pure premium rates that serve as an important benchmark for workers’ compensation pricing.
CA Workers’ Compensation Market Faces Increased Pressure Beneath Stable Surface
Author, Jeremy Hoolihan, Partner, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Recently, the Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau (WCIRB) of California released its Quarterly Experience Report that offers insight into the state of the California workers’ compensation market. While at a glance, the market may seem stable; however, there are evolving claim patterns that are creating challenges for insurers and employers alike.
Doubling Down on Safety in California’s Janitorial Industry
Author, Jeremy Hoolihan, Partner, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
For those that run janitorial businesses in California, you have probably heard the news that workers’ compensation rates are on the rise. Insurance Commissioner Lara recently approved a recommended rate increase of 8.7% on average across all classification codes effective September 1st 2025. For the janitorial industry specifically, the pure premium increase was 11%. These increases will result in higher costs for employers across the board.
Mid-Year Insurance Outlook for Contractors: Rising Costs, Tighter Margins
Author, Casey Craig, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
As a contractor in California, you are likely feeling the squeeze, right now. Material costs are up, labor is more expensive, and insurance, typically a predictable line item, is becoming a growing burden on your bottom line. 2025 is proving to be one of the most challenging years yet for construction business owners. Even companies with best practice risk management controls in place are getting hit with premium increases that are hard to absorb.