Walsh Unveils a New Beginning

Updated Logo, New Headquarters, and Continued Commitment to Core Values For more than five generations, Walsh has consistently moved forward by staying true to who we are, while always looking ahead to what’s next. That’s why you’re seeing some big changes: Our evolved logo, streamlined name, and an exciting move into a brand‑new office space […]

Walsh Duffield Hosts 2025 Benefits Seminar

Walsh Duffield is pleased to once again be hosting an in-person benefits seminar – Brighter Benefits-  to explore employee benefits trends and insights for the workplace in 2025 and beyond. In human resources, staying ahead means not just keeping pace but actively seeking to anticipate and adapt to change. As businesses strive to create more inclusive, […]

Understanding HIPAA Breaches: What Employers Need To Know

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As an employer, you are required to safeguard employees’ protected health information (PHI). This is especially true if you sponsor a group health plan or work with health-related data. Under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), a breach occurs when PHI is acquired, accessed, used, or disclosed in a manner not permitted by […]

Why Aren’t Employees Using Mental Health Benefits?

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There’s a disconnect when it comes to workplace mental health. Employees say they want more support. Research reveals they need it. Well-being surveys show employees’ mental health is nearing a record low. According to the telemedicine company Amwell, 50 million Americans are struggling with mental health challenges. Organizations across industries have responded by investing in […]

Celebrating Our Impact: Showcasing a Culture of Community Service

At Walsh Duffield, we believe that genuine success extends beyond business achievements. It’s about our capacity to create a positive influence on the communities we serve. As a fifth-generation, family-owned insurance agency, we have been rooted in WNY since 1860. We are excited to share our annual Community Impact Report, highlighting the difference our team […]

Walsh Donates Easter Baskets to Child & Family Services For 25th Year

Spring has sprung, and for the Walsh team, that means it is the time of year to complete one of their passion projects.  For the 25th year in a row, the staff at Walsh Duffield has come together to collect supplies and assemble Easter baskets for the residents in need at Child and Family Services. […]

Creating a Supportive Workplace for Your Employees

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Mental Health struggles are no longer just a personal matter—they impact the workplace as well. When an employee is not feeling their best, this can be seen through reduced productivity, absenteeism, presenteeism, and turnover. Employers play an important role in improving the health of their employees. This starts with making the workplace environment suitable for […]

HSA Accounts and Medicare: 5 Key Things to Know

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Qualified High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) paired with Health Savings Accounts (HSA) are gaining popularity with employers. An HSA offers individuals and families an opportunity to contribute pre-tax dollars into an account that can be used to pay for Qualified Medical Expenses. Sometimes, employers will also contribute funds to their employees’ HSA accounts. When Medicare […]

2023 Benefits Seminar

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  That’s a wrap! Thanks to all who joined us for our in-person benefits seminar and webinars this year! Webinar Recordings   Date: Tuesday, June 20th – 11:00am – 12:00pm The New Normal: Strategic Staffing and Retention Approaches for Employers Presented by: Adrienne Schleigh, SHRM-SCP – Senior Director, HR Strategic Placements, HR Works, Inc. View […]

Employee Leave for Voting

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Each election day, employers may be curious about how to support their employees. While federal law does not require employers to provide their employees time off to vote, many states have voting leave laws that allow employees to take time off to vote in certain circumstances. Further, employees may desire their employers to offer leave […]