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Why AI Is Changing the Cyber Insurance Conversation
If you’ve been watching the AI space this month, you may have caught headlines about something called Claude Mythos, a new unreleased AI model from Anthropic that the company says has reached a level where frontier AI can outperform nearly all human experts at finding and exploiting software vulnerabilities. The

Do I Have Enough Coverage as a Subcontractor? What General Contractors Actually Require (and Why It Matters)
In the construction world, subcontractors are often hired based on one key factor: price. But what many subcontractors do not realize until it is too late is that winning the bid is only part of the equation. General contractor agreements almost always include strict insurance requirements, and failing to meet them can lead to

Why Professional Liability Insurance Is Essential for Accounting Professionals
In the accounting world, precision is everything. Your clients rely on you to manage their financial data accurately, meet critical deadlines, and provide sound financial guidance. But even the most experienced accountants, CPAs, tax preparers, and bookkeepers can make mistakes. In today’s highly litigious environment, even a small error can

Nevada Workers’ Compensation Update: Impact of SB 317 and March 1st Rate Changes
As a follow up to our previous update about Nevada Senate Bill 317 (see our previous post), we want to make you aware of two important updates affecting workers’ compensation coverage in Nevada: the recent statewide rate increase effective March 1, 2026, and the upcoming payroll cap changes under SB

Workers’ Compensation Payroll Cap Update for SB 317
Swarts Manning is committed to keeping our clients updated on key legislative changes affecting Nevada’s insurance landscape. The National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) recently issued its analysis of the impact of Senate Bill 317 (SB 317), a bill set to change how workers’ compensation premiums are calculated across Nevada.

Business Owners: Have You Scheduled Your Balcony Inspections?
Twice this year, I’ve had the pleasure of attending the Apartment Owners Association convention in Los Angeles, CA. This event is a wealth of knowledge, resources, and solutions for many individuals in the habitational building owners’ space here in California. As a producer specializing in providing insurance solutions to this

Navigating the Storm: Current Challenges in Commercial Insurance Coverages
In today’s volatile business landscape, commercial insurance is more than a safety net—it’s a strategic necessity. Yet, as companies strive to protect their assets, operations, and reputations, they’re finding that the insurance industry itself is undergoing seismic shifts. From economic turbulence to technological disruption, the challenges facing commercial insurance coverages

Swarts Manning Named a 2025 Best Practices Agency
We are proud to announce that Swarts Manning has been named a 2025 Best Practices Agency, a prestigious recognition awarded by the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America (IIABA or the Big “I”) in partnership with Reagan Consulting. This national honor places us among an elite group of independent

Why Self-Insured Groups Could be a Smart Investment for California Contractors
As someone who works closely with contractors across California, I’ve seen firsthand how challenging it can be to manage workers’ compensation costs while maintaining a safe and efficient operation. We have been riding in a soft market for some time now, but the market fluctuates and we should prepare for

Why AI Is Changing the Cyber Insurance Conversation
If you’ve been watching the AI space this month, you may have caught headlines about something called Claude Mythos, a

Do I Have Enough Coverage as a Subcontractor? What General Contractors Actually Require (and Why It Matters)
In the construction world, subcontractors are often hired based on one key factor: price. But what many subcontractors do not

Why Professional Liability Insurance Is Essential for Accounting Professionals
In the accounting world, precision is everything. Your clients rely on you to manage their financial data accurately, meet critical

Nevada Workers’ Compensation Update: Impact of SB 317 and March 1st Rate Changes
As a follow up to our previous update about Nevada Senate Bill 317 (see our previous post), we want to

Workers’ Compensation Payroll Cap Update for SB 317
Swarts Manning is committed to keeping our clients updated on key legislative changes affecting Nevada’s insurance landscape. The National Council

Business Owners: Have You Scheduled Your Balcony Inspections?
Twice this year, I’ve had the pleasure of attending the Apartment Owners Association convention in Los Angeles, CA. This event