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Companies may be responsible for the negligent or illegal conduct of an employee. Therefore, when the company hires an employee, reasonable steps should be taken to check references and other background information – especially the motor vehicle record (MVR) when driving is one of the employee’s responsibilities.
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Summer fun is about enjoying celebrations and time outdoors with activities like swimming, grilling out, going to parades and more. Fireworks are often the highlight of any summer event. But fireworks can cause accidents and injuries to children and adults alike. Let’s review the risks involved with using fireworks along with some important safety tips.
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This article provides an overview of home business insurance, explaining what it is, the different coverages, what business insurance for a home-based business costs, and more. If you’re researching home business insurance coverage, it’s a must-read!
From financial repercussions to reputation in market, one can't know how badly it could affect you and your business. Imagine, for a moment, one of your suppliers' contracts fall through and he/she drags you to the courtroom or an employee sues your company for the non-payment of salary/dues. Somehow you find yourself stuck amid lawsuit troubles and much more.
Pressures from inflation can affect companies of all sizes. These can be especially significant for small business owners who may have fewer resources to hedge against the impact that rising costs could have on their bottom line.
Companies may be responsible for the negligent or illegal conduct of an employee. Therefore, when the company hires an employee, reasonable steps should be taken to check references and other background information – especially the motor vehicle record (MVR) when driving is one of the employee’s responsibilities.
Savvy business owners know to follow safety precautions and best practices for the workplace. But whenever you or an employee leave your premises to conduct business off-site, the liability risk doesn’t end there. Do you have the right off-site safety measures in place?
Internal risks such as exposure from operational processes and procedures are often easier to control. However, external risks such as exposures that may be introduced through partnerships or other parties hired to provide a service for your business, are more difficult to control.
There are many factors that have a role in creating an occupational heat stress risk to workers. These factors include:
Environmental conditions
Presence of heat sources
Level of physical activity
The Terrorism Risk Insurance Act (TRIA), ensures that adequate resources are available for businesses to recover and rebuild if they are the victims of a terrorist attack. It is offered separately or as a special addition—called an “endorsement” or “rider”—to your standard commercial property insurance policy.
Business owners know that having insurance is essential. Without it, they have to pay out of their business’s pocket. And the unfortunate reality is that a single issue can create a huge expense. Still, we would like to keep the cost of your financial protection as low as possible and may wonder, “How is an insurance premium calculated?”
If you’re reviewing an insurance policy, see the word “subrogation,” and wonder what it means, you’re not alone. Subrogation in business insurance is a crucial concept that every business owner should understand. Subrogation refers to the insurer taking the place of the insured to pursue compensation from an at-fault party. Read on to learn what this means for your business.
Vacant homes often carry more risk than meets the eye. From burst pipes and property theft to liability and squatter intrusion, a home left unoccupied for an extended period is exposed to a unique set of hazards, many of which may not be covered by a standard homeowners’ insurance policy.
Just like leases have lessors, liens have lienors, or lienholders. The lienholder is the creditor to whom the debtor owes money. In some more specific cases, the lienholder may have given the debtor a loan to buy something, a car or a house, and their lien applies to that purchase until the loan is paid off.
Summer fun is about enjoying celebrations and time outdoors with activities like swimming, grilling out, going to parades and more. Fireworks are often the highlight of any summer event. But fireworks can cause accidents and injuries to children and adults alike. Let’s review the risks involved with using fireworks along with some important safety tips.
Replacing and repairing your windows is an inevitable part of homeownership. Do you know when you can and can’t get your windows replaced or repaired under your home insurance policy? We have the answers for you, plus some home maintenance tips for preventing window damage and replacing windows in a timely manner.
Gravel, rocks and various forms of debris can come flying toward your car when you least expect it and leave quite the mark on your windshield. Since windshields with cracks are the most frequent auto insurance claim in the United States, we’ll help you know know if you need windshield repair or windshield replacement.
Your roof is more than just a covering; it's your home's primary defense against the elements. From scorching sun to torrential rain, your roof endures constant exposure, making regular maintenance critical. Failing to maintain its condition can lead to costly repairs, structural damage, and even compromise the interior of your home.
If a tree falls on your home, it could cause damage to your property or even injure someone. So you may be wondering if your homeowners insurance policy will cover the costs of tree removal and repairs. Read on to learn more about when homeowners insurance covers tree removal, and when it does not.
Your sump pump might not be the flashiest appliance in your home, but its role in keeping your basement dry and safe from flooding is undeniable. A well-maintained sump pump can be the difference between a minor inconvenience and a major disaster. But do you know how they work, when they need maintenance, and how they impact your homeowners insurance? T
The American Veterinary Medical Association states there are nearly 90 million dogs living in U.S. households. About 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year, most of them children. Homeowners and renters insurance policies typically cover dog bite liability legal expenses, up to the liability limits. Some insurance companies will not insure homeowners who own certain breeds of dogs categorized as dangerous, such as pit bulls.
In most states, when an accident occurs one party is usually considered "at-fault" and must cover the injuries of the other driver and their passengers. In some states, known as "no-fault" states, medical bills are covered by each driver's individual personal injury protection coverage instead of the at-fault driver's insurance.
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