Stonetrust expands workers’ comp footprint into North Carolina

Stonetrust , an AM Best A rated specialty workers’ compensation carrier, is expanding into North Carolina, extending its operating footprint to 13 states across the South and Midwest.

The move supports Stonetrust’s strategy of steady, profitable growth and targets businesses with multi state operations seeking specialized workers’ compensation coverage. The carrier plans to bring its underwriting approach, service model, and claims management capabilities to the North Carolina market.

Stonetrust is now accepting submissions from appointed independent agencies for North Carolina risks, with policies effective beginning January 1, 2026. To support the launch, the company is offering a 25% commission on new business written with January 2026 effective dates.

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