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3 Business Liability Risk Exposures You May Be Overlooking
As a business owner or executive, it’s likely that you’ve taken great care to minimize your business liability risk exposures with comprehensive commercial insurance packages. However, there are several common yet often overlooked scenarios that may be putting you at risk without your knowledge. Consider these three business liability risk
Protect Your Business This Spring with Commercial Flood Insurance
Despite having commercial property insurance as a part of your Business Owners Policy or Commercial Package Policy, your business may have a gap in coverage if you haven’t also added flood insurance to your policy. This is especially dangerous with NOAA’s prediction for increased risk of flooding through the end
Cybersecurity Concerns & Cyber Liability in the Wake of the Toyota Data Breaches
The March 29th announcement from Toyota Motor Corporation–Japan about a potential data breach has reignited concerns about cybersecurity and cyber liability for businesses worldwide. Even massive corporations like Toyota, ranked #6 in Fortune’s Global 500 list, are not immune to cybersecurity threats. Toyota’s press release revealed that five Tokyo-based subsidiaries
Business Owners Policy vs. Commercial Package Policy – One Size Doesn’t Fit All
Commercial insurance can be overwhelming, with a seemingly endless list of risks to address and policy options to choose from. To simplify the process, the insurance industry offers policy bundles like the Business Owners Policy (BOP) and Commercial Package Policy (CPP). While they sound similar, these two options serve different
Is Your Coverage Enough? Commercial Umbrella Liability & Excess Liability
Every business owner should ask themselves these two questions annually: Primary insurance policies can be maxed out during major claims, leaving your business responsible for remaining costs. This is where commercial umbrella liability or excess liability insurance can provide additional protection. Commercial Umbrella Liability vs. Excess Liability Insurance Though often
Surety Bonds 101: Sorting Through the Confusion
Surety bonds are one of the most misunderstood products in the industry. Unlike traditional insurance, surety bonds operate in specific circumstances and involve a unique three-party agreement. Whether you need to explain surety bonds to a vendor or are seeking coverage for the first time, this guide will help clarify
What’s Your Risk? 1099 Workers & General Liability Insurance
Do you know if your 1099 contractors or subcontractors are increasing your risk exposure? Are their actions covered by your general liability or professional liability insurance policies? In today’s gig economy, “independent contractors” play a significant role in the workforce. According to a January 2018 NPR/Marist Poll, one in five
5 Strategies for Minimizing the Risk of a Product Liability Claim
Nearly every manufacturing company will face a product liability claim at some point. Whether or not you’re found at fault, the financial burden of investigating and defending a claim can be significant. With careful planning and reliable product liability insurance, your business will be better equipped to respond, react, and
An Industry-by-Industry Guide to Professional Liability Insurance
From architects to tech consultants, businesses providing professional services face risks that aren’t covered by Commercial General Liability (CGL) insurance. Professional liability insurance, also known as errors and omissions (E&O) insurance, fills this gap by protecting against claims of negligence, misrepresentation, or failure to perform professional duties. Who Needs Professional
How California’s New Wildfire Risk Scoring Is Reshaping Commercial Property Insurance
How is California’s changing wildfire risk scoring affecting commercial property insurance? In many cases, carriers are looking more closely at
Should Your CPA and Insurance Broker Work Together? Why It Matters for Business Owners
Most business owners assume their advisors are aligned, but in reality, your CPA and your insurance broker are usually working
Why a Bigger Broker Doesn’t Mean a Better Price
If you’ve ever shopped for commercial insurance, you’ve probably heard the pitch from a large national brokerage: “We place billions of
Captive Insurance Explained: When It’s Time to Take Control of Your Risk
Many companies are already paying for their own losses. Large deductibles, rising premiums, and unpredictable renewals often mean businesses are
Celebrating a Legacy of Partnership and Rising Talent at UNLV
At Swarts Manning, we are proud to mark a meaningful milestone in our ongoing relationship with the University of Nevada,
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
