McGriff Insurance Broker - October 2023

The McGriff Insurance Brokerage, in Southern California, extended an invitation to Bill Marler to speak about foodborne illness and the real life impacts on his clients. The 50 owner/operators who attended were from the food manufacturing industry. Bill brought a valuable perspective and fielded questions about food safety and the cases he has litigated against food makers. Although is might seem that the interests might not align, Bill stated in his presentation, "Put me out of business, please." He shared stories of his clients that demonstrated the dire affects of foodborne illness and how managing risk to avoid food contamination should be of utmost importance to this group. A lively conversation ensued with ideas introduced about how creating a food safety culture and respect for regulations in a company can help to prevent foodborne illness outbreaks and personal tragedy.