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Know Your Insurance: Commercial Auto Insurance
Whether transporting materials and tools to worksites, hauling goods for deliveries or driving to meet clients—companies of all kinds rely on safe and functioning vehicles to serve customers and generate profit.
Employment Practices while Recuriting and Hiring
Like any employer, you want to make sure that your new employees are the best in the business. Searching for the right candidate to fill a crucial position is a time-consuming and difficult process. Your company needs to make sure that every new employee is highly skilled and right for the job—and you only have…
2020 Index Figures & Benefits Limits Including FSA Increase
Annually, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Social Security Administration release cost-of-living adjustments that apply to dollar limitations set forth in certain IRS Code Sections. The Consumer Price Index warranted increases in some benefits figures for 2020, including annual Health FSAs and Commuter Benefit contribution limits, which the IRS has just announced.
VI Changes May Affect Your Auto Limits
Recent changes in the Virgin Islands could dramatically affect your personal and commercial auto limits. In determining the amount of automobile coverage you wish to purchase, you should be aware of a recent change in Virgin Islands law with respect to damages arising from an automobile accident caused by simple negligence.
Auto Insurance Terms You Should Know
Auto insurance can be confusing at times. Policies often contain a variety of terms that can be difficult to understand, especially for someone without a background in insurance.
Walking to Defeat ALS in our Community
Recently, our team participated in the Walk to Defeat ALS that took place on the Walkway Over the Hudson.
7 Roadway Tips for Teens
You may feel excited at the chance to get behind the wheel, but it’s normal to feel a little anxious about driving too. That’s why you should use the tips below to stay safe on the road.
Individual Horseowners’ Liability Insurance
If you own or rent a house, or own a car, you have liability insurance, right? If not, you should consider coverage if you want to help protect yourself if, for example, legal action is taken against you when a visitor slips down your front steps, or you take your eyes off the road for…
Cyber Attacks – A Growing Business Interruption Threat
As businesses continue to rely on computers and digital storage of essential data, cyber attacks will continue to be a potential exposure. Read on to learn how a cyber attack could lead to a business interruption and what you can do to mitigate the risk.
October 9, 2019 Deadline to Complete Required NY State Sexual Harassment Training
Every employer in New York State is required to provide employees with sexual harassment prevention training by October 9, 2019. See these resources to satisfy these new requirements.
Insuring your College Student
Sending a child off to college is a significant milestone that represents the culmination of years of planning and hard work. As you prepare for the start of the semester, you should consider how your insurance needs may change with your son or daughter away at school.
Expect Increased IRS Scrutiny, Audits & Penalty Letters on ACA Compliance
With the pace of outgoing penalty letters set to increase substantially, it is more important than ever that employers are properly prepared to avoid significant IRS ACA penalties.