It is good news that small businesses are thriving, with many of them enjoying growing sales over the last two years. The bad news is that their insurance protection has not kept pace, according to a recent report. That means an accidental loss could undo all the progress they’ve made, or even threaten their survival.…Read more
Are You Covered for Personal Use of Company Vehicle?
Getting a company car is a coveted perk for employees, but it can also cause some coverage issues with your personal auto policy. The standard auto policy excludes coverage for non-owned vehicles furnished or available for your regular use. This means you are relying solely on the company’s insurance for protection. If for any reason…Read more
Types of Insurance a Small Business Needs
If you are just getting a business off the ground, have bought equipment, and started hiring employees, insurance should be top of mind. There are four types of insurance that most small businesses purchase to protect themselves, and without them, one accident or oversight could leave you with liabilities you may not be able to…Read more
Commercial Auto Insurance Rates Continue to Increase
Commercial auto insurance rates have been on the rise since 2011, increasing often by more than 10% a year as accidents and claims costs have soared. The trucking industry has been the hardest hit by the steep increases, and there are a number of factors contributing to the rate hikes, according to a recent study…Read more
Commercial Insurance Rates Continue Climbing
Despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, commercial insurance rates are continuing to move higher, pretty much across the board with the exception of workers’ compensation. A new report by online insurance exchange MarketScout found that in the third quarter of the year the highest rate increases were in liability lines, but hefty rises in property insurance…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
Small Businesses Don’t Need Cyber Insurance
If your business has millions of excess cash and a crisis department dedicated to damage control, your business may not need Cyber insurance. If your business falls into the 95% category, and you do not have these resources, Cyber insurance is a must. Cyber attacks on companies’ information systems and data have reached unprecedented proportions,…Read more
Preparing for a Workers’ Compensation Audit
Just the mention of a workers’ compensation audit can stir up the butterflies in your stomach and add a serious dose of stress to your existence. But, if you are scheduled for an audit, there is no need to dread it. A small amount of preparation and common sense can save you a lot of…Read more
Protecting Your Firm as an Additional Insured
IN THE course of doing business, you may sometimes find yourself entering into contracts requiring that your firm be named as an additional insured on another party’s insurance policies. This is often done to make sure that your own insurance is not depleted by defense and indemnification costs for losses for which you may be…Read more
Cargo Insurance
Cargo insurance provides insurance on the freight or commodity hauled by a For-hire trucker. It covers your liability for cargo that is lost or damaged due to causes such as fire, collision, or striking of a load. If your load is accidentally dumped on a roadway or waterway (Removal Expenses coverage), cargo insurance pays for…Read more
