Protect Your Business. Better Business Solutions.
At Gilsbar, we pride ourselves on being a trusted partner to our clients, providing innovative business insurance solutions and employee benefits consulting services that cater to the unique needs of each business. With a rich history spanning over 60 years, our commitment to excellence, integrity, and customer service has been the driving force behind our growth and success.
Our Story
Established in 1959, Gilsbar has evolved from a small, family-owned business to one of the largest, privately-held insurance services organizations in the country. Our journey began with a partnership between our founder, Henry Miltenberger, and the Louisiana State Bar Association, giving us our name and setting the stage for our national insurance services provider. Today, we remain family-owned and operated, driven by our founding values and commitment to our clients.
Our Core Values
At Gilsbar, we are guided by a set of core values that define our approach to business and our commitment to our clients. These values include:
- Focusing on our clients' interests
- Working with integrity
- Creating value
- Taking courage and a long-term view
- Striving for excellence
- Developing our people, processes, products, and markets
- Aiming for a reasonable profit
Our Philosophy
We believe in doing the right thing by those we serve. Our team of thought leaders approaches each client proactively, with ingenuity and foresight. We build partnerships that truly matter.
Our Services
Business Insurance: Our Risk Specialists build lightning-fast, trustworthy coverage solutions for businesses. We provide a range of coverage options, including:
- Professional Liability Insurance
- Workers' Compensation Insurance
- Commercial Property Insurance
- Fiduciary Insurance
- Commercial Crime Insurance
- Cyber Liability Insurance
- Commercial General Liability Insurance
- Employment Practices Liability Insurance
- Directors & Officers Liability
- Commercial Auto Insurance
- Commercial Umbrella Insurance
Employee Benefits Consulting: We help businesses create employee benefits strategies that are affordable and effective. Our Consultants draw from a diverse toolbox of solutions to build employee loyalty at prices everyone loves. Our services include:
- Benefit Plan Management
- Employee Advocacy
- Employer Resources
- Voluntary Benefits
- Individual Member Benefits
- Resources for Insurance news and information
Why Choose Gilsbar
At Gilsbar, we are committed to being a trusted partner to our clients. We work with integrity, are innovative in our approach, and focus on adding value to our clients' businesses. Our clients appreciate our:
- Client-focused approach
- Innovative solutions
- Commitment to excellence
Our History
We are proud of our 60-year history, which began in 1959 when Henry Miltenberger founded the company in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association. We have been honored to serve our very first customer, the LSBA, along with many other distinguished clients over the decades. We hope you will join our family of clients!
Service and Coverage
Gilsbar Insurance has received mixed reviews regarding their professional liability insurance coverage. Some customers, like Paul C. Oddo Jr., have been pleased with the service and cost of coverage. However, others have had negative experiences, such as Daniel Hudack and Chris, who have faced issues with claims and customer service.
Customer Service
The customer service at Gilsbar Insurance has been a significant source of complaints. Many reviewers, including Daniel Hudack, Chris, Kristin Guilott, and Morgan Moon, have expressed frustration with the lack of responsiveness, difficulty in getting claims taken care of, and poor communication.
Claims and Payment
Some reviewers, like Chris, have reported issues with Gilsbar not paying claims, which has led to medical providers going unpaid and individuals being turned over to collections.
Employee Experience
Neil Barker and Frank Hughes have praised the staff at Gilsbar Insurance for being knowledgeable and responsive. However, Thondia Wisham has had a negative experience, citing favoritism among managers and racial undertones in some departments.
Comparison to Other Insurance Providers
Morgan Moon has compared Gilsbar Insurance unfavorably to Blue Cross Blue Shield, stating that being insured by a real company has changed their life.
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