A new presidential administration brings new considerations for small manufacturers. Will tariffs and trade impact your bottom line? Will new policies help small businesses? How can small business owners prepare, anticipate, and position the company for what lies ahead? Who do we go to for help? Join us at the…
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Despite the odds of something going amiss, many of us enter into business relationships much as we enter our personal ones—full of optimism and blinded by a shared affinity. We’re partners for life, so what could possibly divide us? At this point, it’s hard to imagine a day when such…
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The MOD score. For employers, it can cause a smile of relief or a look of anguish for those needing to figure out how to get a better score. So, what is a MOD score? Also known as an Experience Modification Rating or MOD rate, the MOD score is a…
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During and after the pandemic, everyone with more than a piggy bank and a bicycle was affected. Though the economy is healthy now, the commercial real estate market likely has changed forever due to many people working from home at least part time. For property owners and insurance companies alike,…
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Criminals prefer easy targets. Therefore, it stands to reason that industries slow to implement proper cybersecurity measures are among the easiest targets for cybercriminals to infiltrate. Construction has lagged behind other industries in its adaptation of technology solutions and as a result, is a favorite cyberattack target. Two of the…
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Will your current insurance program provide coverage if your customer sues you for their financial losses due to an error in your manufacturing process/services? You might be thinking this would be covered under your General Liability policy, but in reality, it most likely is not. This scenario would be covered…
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If you use a gas grill, heat your home or spend time in an industrial facility, chances are you have used propane. It’s a well-established gas for many uses, but it can be dangerous. Below are some rules to practice safety in the household and the workplace by following regulations…
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In today’s highly competitive housing market, you may be excited when you think you’ve found the perfect home: a condominium in your price range with a great location and the promise of no lawn maintenance. Before you finalize your purchase, carefully review the association bylaws and the association’s master insurance…
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What does winter weather mean to you? -Fluffy piles of snow? -Ice storm followed by rain? -Prolonged sub-freezing temperatures? -Strong winds? -Snow, after snow, after more snow for weeks at a time? -Power outages due to ice, wind or snow? There are no wrong answers here. Depending on the type…
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Workplace violence is becoming more prevalent in American society. While it is commonly referred to as an active shooter incident, workplace violence ranges from verbal abuse to physical assault. According to the FBI’s 2023 report on active shooter incidents, there were 229 active shooter incidents between 2019-2023, up 89% from…
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