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The Workers' Comp Renegade · Trusted since 1981

Stop Overpaying for Workers' Comp

Competitive pricing is just the start. Our proven strategies typically save clients 30% or more by lowering your Experience Mod, preventing claims, and taking control when injuries happen. You focus on growing your business. We handle the work comp.

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Hear it straight from the people who know. From a Shark Tank original to a national business podcast, Mike's approach to workers' comp keeps getting noticed.

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Competitive Pricing, Real Savings

The McDonough Difference, By the Numbers

Our proprietary strategies typically save clients 30% or more by uncovering hidden savings, maximizing credits, and lowering your Experience Mod. Here is what that looks like in practice.

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What a typical client saves

Illustrative example based on a $100,000 annual premium and typical client savings of 30% or more.

Typical premium before$100,000
With McDonough strategies$70,000
SEE WHAT YOU COULD SAVE, GET A QUOTE

Estimate only. Actual savings depend on your payroll, class codes, claims history, and Experience Mod. Clients have saved thousands, and even six figures.

Sound Familiar?

5 BIG Workers Compensation Challenges

Many business owners learn the truth about workers' comp the hard way. Don't learn the hard way. Tap each challenge to see why it matters.

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How do I find skilled workers without hiring a work comp claim problem, and still stay compliant with all the laws and regs?

Preventing work comp claims starts at the time of hire. We help you bullet-proof your hiring so you build a strong team without importing risk.

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What simple and effective safety training can I easily implement to prevent workplace injuries?

Safety training is crucial in preventing claims, and it often improves company culture and employee productivity at the same time.

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03

I'm confused! Help me understand my Experience Mod calculation, and how I can lower it.

Very few insurance agents can explain how your Experience Mod calculation works, and even fewer can help you effectively lower it. We do both.

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When a work comp claim happens, how do I keep it from getting out of control?

Work comp claim costs can quickly spiral out of control without a team assisting you. We work directly with claims examiners to drive claims to a positive resolution.

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When a serious workplace injury happens, what support should I expect from my insurance agent?

Your advisor should have the experience, understanding of the work comp system, and access to resources to offer professional guidance and support when a serious injury occurs.

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The Proven System

Discover Mike's Four-Step Proven Road Map

Turn your workers compensation program into a competitive advantage. Developed over decades of hands-on experience and refined with proprietary strategies.

1

Hire Smart

Build claim prevention into hiring while staying compliant with all laws and regulations.

2

Train & Prevent

Simple, effective safety training that prevents injuries and strengthens your culture.

3

Lower Your Mod

Understand exactly how your Experience Mod is calculated, then work the levers that bring it down.

4

Control Claims

When claims happen, we work with the examiners so costs never spiral out of control.

Compare for Yourself

Competitive Pricing. Uncompromising Support.

You wouldn't go to a general practitioner if you needed heart surgery. Why go to a generalist agent for workers' comp? Here's the difference a specialist makes.

Typical Generalist Agent

One quote. Then silence until renewal.

  • Quotes one carrier and calls it a day
  • Can't explain your Experience Mod, let alone lower it
  • No hiring or compliance guidance
  • No safety training support
  • Claims? You're on your own with the carrier
  • Commission-driven recommendations
The Renegade Way

McDonough Insurance Services

Competitive pricing shopped across top-rated carriers, plus strategies that typically save 30% or more.

  • Hidden savings and credits uncovered, so you never overpay
  • Experience Mod explained in plain English, then actively lowered
  • Bullet-proof hiring, compliance, and team management support
  • Safety protocols that prevent accidents and reduce claims
  • Full claims support working directly with claims examiners
  • Client-first, 24/7 access, even if it means we earn less
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Click & Learn

What Workers' Compensation Covers

Real scenarios showing how the right coverage protects your business and your people. Click any card for a real-world example.

Medical Expenses

Covers immediate care like ambulance rides and ER visits, plus surgery, medications, hospital stays, and ongoing care such as physical rehabilitation.

Example: A painter falls off a ladder and breaks a leg. His policy pays for the ambulance, surgery, medications, and physical rehabilitation.

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Lost Income

A serious injury can keep an employee out for days, weeks, or months. Workers' comp pays part of the wages lost while they recover.

Example: An HVAC installer breaks several bones in his foot and misses a month of work. The policy pays part of the wages he would have earned.

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Rehabilitation

Covers ongoing physical therapy and vocational rehabilitation, helping employees learn new skills and return to work, even in a different role.

Example: A disabled employee receives a Transferable Skills Analysis, opening roles where they can learn new skills and keep working.

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Disability Benefits

Helps a disabled employee recover part of their lost income until they return to work. Permanent disabilities can qualify for benefits for life.

Example: An employee slips in the office and breaks her wrist. Partially disabled, she works half days while it heals, with benefits covering the gap.

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Lawsuits Related to Work Injuries

Workers' comp typically includes employers liability insurance, protecting you from lawsuits claiming a worker was injured by employer negligence. It helps pay attorney's fees, court costs, settlements, or judgments.

Example: A chef suffers third-degree burns fighting a grease fire and blames the restaurant for inadequate safety training. The case goes to court, and the policy pays for the lawyer and the eventual settlement.

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Compensation for Fatal Injuries

When a work-related incident is fatal, death benefits cover funeral expenses and help support the family left behind.

Example: An electrician touches a live wire and dies. The policy covers funeral and burial costs and provides financial support to his spouse and children.

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Client Stories

Trusted by Businesses for Decades

We don't just sell policies, we build relationships. Real words from real clients.

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"We have had approximately 7 claims this year, from a sprained knee to a serious neck and shoulder surgery. To date, none have been litigated. Mike and his team filed each case, got the injured worker treated, and 6 out of 7 have been released back to work as good as new. Our only regret is that we did not meet him years ago. We could have saved hundreds of thousands of dollars."

Kristie KoeppeNed L Webster Concrete
★★★★★

"I'm in the workers' compensation business, and I can tell you that Mike really gets it. Many, many brokers do not truly understand the important issues in comp. Mike's not one of them. His concern for his clients is way beyond the basics of account management."

Joe BurgessCHSI Technologies, Las Vegas, NV
★★★★★

"You truly cannot go wrong choosing to work with McDonough Insurance Services! I felt like I was their top priority. They've saved my company thousands of dollars, $20K to be exact."

Robin StilesFirstlight Home Care of Salem
★★★★★

"Our carrier decided not to renew because of the brush fires, and my previous broker gave up. Mike and Nannette found me replacement coverage with a more competitive carrier and more comprehensive coverage, and they did all of this in 2 days."

Donna StevensSpecialty Plants, Inc.
Getting Started Is Simple

How It Works

No pressure and no obligation. Three simple steps stand between you and a workers' comp program that finally works in your favor.

1

Request Your Quote

Tell us a little about your business and current coverage. It takes about a minute, and there is no obligation.

2

Get a Free Review

We shop competitive pricing across top-rated carriers and review your Experience Mod, claims, and coverage for hidden savings and gaps.

3

Start Saving

You get a clear plan to lower your total cost of risk, plus a team that keeps claims from spiraling out of control year after year.

Questions, Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you make sure I'm not overpaying?+

We identify credits, discounts, and overlooked savings opportunities to ensure you're not overpaying for your insurance. Our proprietary strategies typically save clients 30% or more.

Is switching going to disrupt my business?+

Not at all. We handle the entire process, including reviewing your current policies and setting up new coverage without disrupting your business operations.

What happens when a claim occurs?+

Call us immediately. We'll walk you through every step, working directly with the claims examiners to keep the process smooth and stress-free while minimizing any impact on your business.

Do you work with businesses my size?+

Yes, we work with businesses of all sizes, from startups to established companies across California and beyond, tailoring our services to meet your specific needs.

What if I need help outside business hours?+

We offer 24/7 support. Whether it's a claim, a question, or advice, our team is here for your business every step of the way.

Ready When You Are

Eliminate the Confusion, Frustration & Headaches of Workers' Comp

Our focus is reducing your workplace risks and minimizing your work comp insurance costs, so you can get back to running and growing your business.

📍 27136 Paseo Espada #103, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 ✉️ mike@mcdonoughins.com 📞 (949) 361-8471