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WCF Insurance to Acquire Work First Casualty, Staffing Industry Workers' Comp Specialist
NewsData.io · United States · Aug 11, 2026
WCF Insurance has signed an agreement to acquire Work First Casualty Company, a specialty insurer providing workers' compensation coverage exclusively to the temporary staffing industry. The deal is expected to close around December 1, 2026, with Work First continuing to operate under its own brand and leadership team intact. Founded in 2005 and licensed in all 50 states, Work First holds an AM Best A (Excellent) rating and is known for staffing-specific underwriting and loss prevention. The acquisition signals consolidation in the niche workers' comp market serving staffing firms, with WCF citing disciplined growth in its core business as a strategic driver.
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