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Why You Need Employment Practices Liability Insurance
As a business owner, you strive to hire qualified employees to work for you. Unfortunately, as you are well aware, not every hiring decision goes as planned. Even if an employee is terminated for legitimate reasons— such as poor attendance or unsatisfactory work habits—every termination opens the door for potential lawsuits.
The Recipe For Grilling Safety
Many backyard gatherings are centered around the grill and the family’s resident chef who is creating all the enticing aromas. In spite of how great grilled foods taste, gas and charcoal grills account for an average of 10 deaths, 100 injuries and $40 million in property loss each year, according to the United States Fire…
Safety Tips for Motorcycle Riders
There is a growing trend in the number of motorcycle fatalities and accidents each year, making motorcycle safety a real concern for riders. Read on for some basic tips to help you arrive at your destination…safely. Common Causes of Accidents:
Car Rental Insurance
It’s not uncommon for rental car agencies to offer you the opportunity to purchase additional auto coverages on your rental, but do you need them? We have the answers.
Common Exposures All Airbnb Hosts Should Consider
In today’s technologically advanced world, individuals have a unique opportunity to efficiently rent out their home, spare bedroom or other accommodations through Airbnb, an online hospitality company.
SO… Do You Know the 30-30 Rule?
Every thunderstorm produces lightning, which is extremely dangerous. Though lightning fatalities have decreased over the past 30 years, lightning continues to be one of the top three storm-related killers in the United States. In 2014, there were 26 fatalities from lightning.
Why Are Auto Insurance Prices Rising?
Inflation will cause the price of all insurance policies to rise slowly, but you may have noticed that your auto insurance has risen more than normal lately. Most lines of insurance cycle between soft and hard markets over a number of years, which has a direct impact on the price you pay.
Guidance for Hiring Teens at Your Business
Teenagers can be great employees, as they are often quite energetic and ready to “get their hands dirty” at their first jobs. Yet, they also pose a risk to you as an employer because they have a high frequency of injury. This is due in part because they can be impulsive and they lack the…
The American Health Care Act (AHCA) Passes the U.S. House
In a first step toward repealing and replacing the Affordable Care Act (ACA), the U.S. House of Representatives passed the American Health Care Act (AHCA) yesterday afternoon by a vote of 217-213.
PCORI Fees Due by July 31st
The ACA imposes an annual fee on insurers and plan sponsors of self-insured coverage to help fund the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI). The PCORI fee applies to policy or plan years ending on or after Oct. 1, 2012, and before Oct. 1, 2019.
Insurance Coverage for your AirBnB
Many people with vacation homes are turning to AirBnB to rent their homes to earn extra income. But did you know your normal home insurance may not give you the proper insurance protection?