Virginia is on the cusp of creating the nation’s first pandemic workplace safety requirements for employers, a standard that many in the occupational safety and health community expect could be a model for other state-operated Occupational Safety and Health Administrations to follow. With no signs that Fed-OSHA is looking to develop similar regulations, some state…Read more
Does Business Insurance Cover Rioting, Looting?
As protests around the country descended into rioting and civil unrest, many businesses that have been looted, or seen their shops damaged or completely destroyed, will obviously be turning to their insurance to file a claim. While many companies were unsuccessful in filing business interruption claims for the COVID-19 crisis, claims for damage and theft…Read more
Does Insurance Cover Riots?
After a video surfaced showing a Minnesota police officer kneeling on George Floyd’s neck, many residents took to the streets. While most engaged in peaceful protest, many resorted to violence. The result was extensive property damage to local businesses. The question is, will insurance pay for repairs and lost of income due to a riot?…Read more
Texting While Driving Tickets Will Increase Insurance Premiums
One of the main reasons that car insurance rates are going up is the increase in distracted driving, which has led to a significant jump in vehicular deaths and accidents in the last five years. Despite most states in the country now having laws barring the use of your phone for talking or other tasks…Read more
COVID-19 Lawsuits
The novel coronavirus that broke out in the winter has caused immeasurable suffering, both physical and economic. For employers struggling to stay in business, this is a fraught time where mistakes in managing their workforces could lead to employee lawsuits. Here are 10 potential trouble spots to watch for. Workplace safety –Â Businesses that still have…Read more
Dog Owners Liable When Their Pets Bite
There were over 90 million dogs residing in people’s homes across the United States in 2018, according to the American Pet Products Association. Unfortunately, there are more than 5 million dog bites reported each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control. Of that amount, almost 900,000 require medical care, and about 50% of those…Read more
Does Business Insurance Cover Coronavirus?
COVID-19 is forcing businesses to face a number of risks, liability and insurance implications. Companies could seek coverage for a variety of claims stemming from the outbreak, including workers’ compensation, business interruption, liability and more. And, now that it is a pandemic, the economic fallout may be expansive – hitting your company’s operations in the…Read more
Employer Guide for Dealing with the Coronavirus
As the outbreak of the 2019 novel coronavirus gains momentum and potentially begins to spread in North America, employers will have to start considering what steps they can take to protect their workers while fulfilling their legal obligations. Employers are in a difficult position because it is likely that the workplace would be a significant…Read more
Should You Opt for Rental Car Insurance?
If you are like most people, it’s always in the back of your mind when you decline the car insurance when renting a vehicle while away on vacation or business. If you’ve ever opted for full supplemental coverage, you’ve likely noticed that the cost of your rental skyrockets by more than 50% in many cases.…Read more
Why Are Commercial Insurance Premiums Increasing?
A new report by Willis Towers Watson predicts that most commercial insurance lines will see increases in 2020 as the market continues to harden almost across the board, with the only exception being workers’ compensation. Overall, 19 commercial lines are expected to see price increases according to the report, with property, umbrella, and public company…Read more
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