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
Understanding Boat Insurance
If you have a boat or are considering buying one, you should understand your insurance obligations and what is permitted under your coverage. Owning a boat opens you up to a whole new set of liabilities, particularly property damage to a third party or physical injury to someone else. Policies also include a number of…Read more
New Car Totaled; Will Insurance Pay Off the Loan?
It’s a nightmare scenario for any new car buyer. You drive it off the lot and a few days later another driver runs a red light, smashing into your car and severely mangling most of the front end and irreparably damaging the frame — essentially totaling the vehicle. Luckily nobody was injured, but will insurance…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
Employees Driving on the Job in Own Cars are Your Liability
Many business owners don’t think twice when asking a worker to run to the office supply store, to the bank, or to run another errand for the company while on the clock. But as soon as that employee enters their personal vehicle on a trip for your business, you automatically become vicariously liable for their…Read more
Who Is Liable When a Tree Falls onto a Neighbor’s Property?
Many people have trees on their property. They provide shade and complement landscaping nicely, but they can also cause major disputes when they fall over. A tree may topple over if it is not properly maintained, it’s diseased or a storm knocks it down. When a tree falls over onto a neighbor’s property, a homeowner…Read more
Why Businesses Need Professional Liability Insurance
Architects, engineering firms, graphic design businesses, and other service providers are increasingly being sued for alleged poor work quality, contract breach, or missing deadlines — and jury awards are rising. The costs of defending against a lawsuit of that type could quickly mount, even if you come out victorious in the end. But a commercial…Read more
Small Firms Increasingly Need Directors and Officers Insurance
While directors and officers liability has been traditionally thought of as insurance for publicly traded companies, increasingly it’s smaller companies that account for the largest share of exposure among top decision-makers. A study published by the news website Advisen found that over the past 10 years, small businesses accounted for 70% of all D&O insurance…Read more
Why Your Business Needs Professional Liability Insurance
A majority of companies are leaving themselves exposed to lawsuits as they take on high-end professional services work and demands grow for expedited deadlines. In fact, a recent report by Forbes Insights and The Hanover found that 40% of small business owners believe they face professional risks, yet they have not purchased professional liability insurance…Read more
Builders Risk Insurance
Builders risk policies are not totally comprehensive, though. While specific policies vary, the vast majority of construction coverage policies are written based on a regulator-approved standard form. So for the most part, you can expect your policy to cover the buildings and structures on the property, including the systems directly installed thereto. Usually, your standard…Read more
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