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NYS Updated Guidance on NY Quarantine Leave Law

On January 20, 2021, the New York Department of Labor issued supplemental guidance on the use of COVID-19 sick leave. All prior guidance remains in effect. The additional guidance is as follows:

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Is It Time to Review Your Insurance?

As a business owner, you turn to insurance to help you identify and address the unique threats to your goods, property, customers and bottom line. However, many wrongfully assume that once they’ve secured the proper coverage, all of their exposures are addressed and they no longer need to review their policies.

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Acquisition of Adirondack Regional Insurance Agency and Berger & Solomon Insurance

Marshall & Sterling Insurance, a 100% employee-owned company, has acquired Adirondack Regional Insurance Agency and Berger & Solomon Insurance, effective January 1, 2021.

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Supporting Employee Financial Wellbeing During the COVID-19 Pandemic, Encouraging Telehealth Services

Employee Health and Benefits HR

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Risky Business – Part III – Additional Coverages

In our last installment, we discussed the importance of Commercial General Liability (CGL) insurance coverage for professional horse people. A CGL insurance policy is what helps in the event you are sued by a third party for bodily injury or property damage they feel were caused by your negligence. There […]

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Risky Business – Part II

In our last installment we discussed the importance of Commercial General Liability (CGL) coverage for professional horse people. A CGL policy is what helps in the event you are sued by a third party for bodily injury or property damage they feel were caused by your negligence. Following is some […]

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Health Care Provisions in Stimulus Package

On Dec. 21, 2020, Congress passed a $900 billion stimulus bill that includes emergency economic relief, government funding and tax cuts. The bill also includes provisions that will impact group health plans.

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Risky Business Part I – Commercial General Liability Insurance

Working with horses provides an up close understanding of the inherent dangers of dealing with a 1,000-pound-plus animal with an instinct to blindly flee first and ask questions later. The risk associated with the management of horses increases exponentially for anyone who chooses to be paid for their services, such as boarding, teaching, training, and…

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Marshall & Sterling Insurance to Acquire Jaeger & Flynn

We are excited to announce that we have entered into an agreement to acquire Jaeger & Flynn Associates, Inc. (JFA), one of the leading employee benefits brokers and third-party administrative services (TPA) providers in New York’s greater capital region.

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Special COVID-19 Considerations for Overnight Camps

In addition to the full list of maintenance and behavior considerations the CDC lists for youth camps, sleep away camps should also consider:

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Fill Coverage Gaps with Inland Marine Insurance

Inland marine coverage provides protection to fill any gaps in commercial property protection or to reach specific limits of coverage. When weighing whether or not your business needs inland marine insurance, consider the nature of your business and operations.

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CDC Director Warns That Small Gatherings May Be Causing New COVID-19 Cases

As the holiday season approaches, the CDC has begun to warn of the impact of small gatherings.

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