Paragon launches workers’ compensation program with Zurich

MGA Paragon Insurance Holdings announced the launch of a new workers’ compensation program with Zurich American Insurance Company, a member company of Zurich Insurance Group, expanding Paragon’s capabilities across a broad range of industries, classes and states.

The program combines flexible underwriting with dedicated claims support, multiple payment options and risk control resources. The program targets businesses across a diverse range of industries, including artisan contractors, manufacturing, retail and wholesale operations, automotive services, building and property management and architecture and engineering firms.

“This relationship represents an important expansion of our workers’ comp platform and gives us the ability to serve an even broader range of businesses across the country. Zurich brings tremendous experience, capabilities and resources to the table, and together we’ve built an offering that gives our broker partners another strong option for clients with complex needs.” – Erik Kriens, executive vice president of Paragon Insurance Holdings.

“For 60 years, Zurich has built its Programs business around understanding the unique risks of specialized industries and working with program administrators to bring tailored solutions to market. Expanding our workers’ compensation capabilities is an important part of that strategy, and this new program builds on that experience and strengthens the range of solutions we can bring to program administrators and the businesses they serve.” – Jamie Buol, Assistant vice president and program manager at Zurich U.S.