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WinStar Insurance Group received an Honorable Mention on Insurance Journal's Top 100 Independent Agencies list for 2022.
While we didn't make the cut this year, it is still an honor to be mentioned and considered a contender for future top 100 lists. Proud of our agency and grateful for an amazing staff to make this all possible!
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Don’t forget to create your online workers’ comp account! This way you can directly access your policy, make workers’ compensation payments online, and have access to other account benefits from your provider.
Also note that if you have "in-network" coverage, you can go to your workers' comp provider's website to find an in-network provider.
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⚠️ Temporary Service Delays ⚠️3/25/2022 In order to improve our customer service and company work flow, we are upgrading our agency management system. We are very excited about this transition and the new enhanced benefits it will provide!
Because of this, there will be a delay in our service through Friday, April 1st. We appreciate your understanding and apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. Should you need immediate assistance during this time, please e-mails Stephanie at sdew@winstarins.com or call 512-628-5186. We are excited for this next step as a company, and will release more information about the upgrade very soon.
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Workers' Compensation Payments2/16/2022 Workers' Compensation Carriers are experiencing challenges with checks being sent via USPS either not arriving on time or not at all resulting in customer accounts being cancelled for non-payment. If possible, please consider paying your workers’ comp policy premium online. You can make your payment without creating an account online, and there is no additional fee to pay online! You will need:
You can also create an account with Texas Mutual. They have a robust website that allows you to report claims, view the status of a claim, obtain loss control information and more. Contact Us With Any Questions!Reminder: Online ACH Payments EncouragedWe highly recommend that your insurance premium payments be made by ACH or credit card rather than mailing us your check. With delays in the mail service and thefts of mailboxes, your check may take weeks to reach us if it reaches us at all.
Since the Postal Service implemented new service standards on October 1, 2021, we are experiencing more and longer mail delays than ever. Mail is now taking several days if not weeks to be delivered.
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Texas employers that do not provide workers’ compensation coverage must file DWC Form-005, Employer Notice of No Coverage or Termination of Coverage.
This form:
Find the form and information on how to file on the TDI website. Email below for more information.
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The safety and well-being of our community and clients are our top priority. Texas is forecasted to experience freezing temperatures for prolonged periods throughout the remainder of the week. This weather includes the potential for snow, sleet, and freezing rain that can create hazardous conditions. During extremely cold weather, staying warm and safe can be a challenge. Learn how to prepare for winter storms, prevent cold temperature-related health problems, and protect yourself during all stages of a winter storm by reviewing the CDC winter weather preparedness guidelines by following the link below: Other items for your consideration.
Here are some tips to help prevent water damage from frozen pipes.
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