As the days grow short this time of year, crimes of opportunity increase. Deterrents as simple as better lighting can ensure your business is not a victim. A substantial increase in street crime occurs after the end of Daylight SavingsRead more…
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Business income insurance protects from storm disruption
When we watch news coverage in the wake of powerful summer storms, we often see scenes of cars crushed by trees and splintered buildings. But those striking pictures don’t tell the whole story of a storm’s impact especially on smallRead more…
These tips can help reduce theft as temperatures rise
It may not feel like it now, but spring really is coming, and the nicer weather sometimes tempts vandals and thieves. Here are some tips for reducing property theft this spring or any time of year: Speak up: If you seeRead more…
Are you covered if your sewer or basement drain backs up?
Spring tends to be the wettest season of the year and with heavy rains comes the possibility for storm or sanitary sewer drains to back up through a sump well, basement toilet or floor drains. Water or sewage usually destroysRead more…
Business owner? How you title your vehicle matters
Thinking about investing in a new car? Considering a transfer of the title of your vehicle to your business? If you’re a business owner, titling your vehicle has important implications. Whether you have a fleet or scheduled auto policy, youRead more…
Insurance market hardening; modest rate increases in store
Businesses should prepare for changes in insurance availability and pricing, according to Gaston & Associates Inc., a nationally known insurance brokerage firm based in New York. Analysts describe this changing atmosphere as a “hard market.” When the growth in demandRead more…
Insurance can protect employers from flurry of employee lawsuits
Lawsuits by employees against their employers are increasing dramatically, but businesses can protect themselves with certain basic policies and good insurance. In the past year, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission received more than 65,000 allegations sexual and race-based discrimination alone.Read more…
A relationship with your insurance agent builds value
The internet makes life easier in many ways, and it makes comparison shopping easier, too, but be sure you’re comparing apples to apples. More than 70 percent of consumers get quotes on their auto insurance online and 20 percent areRead more…
Protect yourself against the 14%
“UM/UIM” may be one of the most important abbreviations you should understand on your car insurance policy. UM stands for uninsured motorist, and nearly 1 in 7 drivers nationwide is uninsured despite laws in 49 states (not New Hampshire) requiringRead more…
New calculations mean changes to the cost of workers comp insurance
Illinois companies with a history of workers compensation claims will be paying even more for workers comp insurance beginning next year, thanks to a new approach to calculating risks. Policyholders with a proven record of managing risks and maintain safety,Read more…