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Think Your Business Is Too Small to Get Hacked? Think Again.
If you’re thinking cybercriminals aren’t interested in small businesses like yours, you’re unfortunately wrong. Over 50% of small businesses experienced at least one cyberattack in 2019. And according to recent…
Cyberattacks are grabbing headlines and keeping many business owners up at night wondering if they will be next. The reality is that since the world went into COVID-19 lockdown and…
Lower Your Workers’ Compensation Premiums With Smart Risk Management Practices
If you are a business owner with employees, then you are familiar with workers' compensation insurance. Even if you are a sole proprietor, you may carry a policy to protect…
Avoid Risk by Avoiding Promises: An E&O Best Practice
A real estate agent marketed a commercial property that included street-level retail and residential units on the upper two floors. The residential units were producing a steady stream of revenue,…
Money is tight for many of us with limited relief coming anytime soon. The thought of saving a bit wherever you can is very tempting—but choose wisely. When you consider…
Operating a small business in the current climate is incredibly challenging. For some, it has sadly been impossible. For many, staying afloat has meant pivoting to other lines of business…
Business Owners Should Take a Few Extra Precautions During the Colder Months
Every season comes with its own risks, and winter is no different. The common elements of cold, snow, and ice may hit some areas of the country harder than others,…
With daylight savings time and cooler temperatures marking the change of season for much of the country, weather remains a concern for business owners. Not only do you have the…
A slip and fall accident may be amusing in slapstick comedy, but in reality, it's no joke. Slips and falls account for a significant number of injuries to customers and…
Are Your Employees Using Their Personal Vehicles for Work?
If you answered "yes" to this question, then you may want to check your insurance coverage to see if you're protected from possible claims. Even with a commercial auto policy…
Insurance is a necessary business expense, but there are ways to reduce your premiums if your bottom line needs a little boost. Here are five quick and easy ways to…
To pick the right insurance company for your specific business needs, it's important to understand the different types of professionals that make up the insurance industry. Largely, there are two…
How to Pick the Right Insurance Agent for Your Business
There are many qualified insurance agents and brokers who are available to you. And, unfortunately, there are also plenty of folks who have passed a licensing exam that really have…
COVID-19 and Your Professional Liability Insurance Coverage
Conducting business has never been more fraught with questions, concerns, and ever-changing rules. As a professional, and perhaps an owner, you're probably seeking clarification and advice on how to conduct…
4 Sure Signs It’s Time to Look for a New Insurance Broker
Knowing how to select a commercial broker is helpful, and we will dive into that in a separate post. But what if you already have a broker and are less…
Coronavirus & Insurance: An FAQ for Business Owners
The novel coronavirus, aka COVID-19, has created widespread economic disruption at an unprecedented level across the world. As doctors, scientists, and politicians race to find a vaccine—or even simply effective…
Picking the Right Insurance Agent Could Save You Thousands
A few years ago, a new owner of a tunnel wash operation in the Midwest had the misfortune of having a customer whose vehicle was damaged in their tunnel. At…
