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Which Weather Events Does My School’s Insurance Cover?
As an education institution, your insurance policy needs to protect a variety of things. Your main concerns may be more predictable circumstances such as injury on school grounds or property damage caused by burglary or trespassing, but does your insurance cover weather damage? You Need Flood InsuranceMost commercial policies do
5 Risks to Your Real Estate Portfolio
When you own or rent commercial real estate, you have several risks to take into account that could affect your liability. Every property is different, and therefore your risks will vary from one property to another. Here are several important factors to think about when protecting your ROI, preventing accidents,
5 Easy Ways to Reduce Liability Claims
While no business wants to face a lawsuit, they are commonplace—and expensive. A breach of contract case could cost as much as $91,000, according to a report by the Court Statistics Project, which could prove especially disastrous for a small business. Should your company ever face a lawsuit, general liability
3 Safety and Security Issues Every Hotel and Motel Should Consider
Hotels and motels have had it easier when it comes to stable insurance rates. But with recent news headlines and security risks, they’re starting to see rate hikes and coverage restrictions. In order to protect their bottom line, hotels and motels will now have to start taking into account several
How to Manage Fatigue in the Workplace
Fatigue is a normal part of everyday life. But in the workplace, sleep deprivation and fatigue can affect people’s ability to do their job, be productive, or enjoy an overall sense of wellbeing. Not only that, but it increases the chance of errors, accidents, and injuries while on the job.
How to Prevent Slips, Trips, and Falls This Winter
During the winter months, there are more slips, trips, and falls due to snow and ice, which means this time of year has more of a risk for lawsuits. Whether you’re a property owner or manager, or simply have a business such as a store, hotel, etc., where people visit,
7 Types of Business Insurance Coverage You Shouldn’t Overlook
As a business owner, you never want to have any gaps in your insurance that would leave you vulnerable to claims and hefty legal costs. One insurance mistake can put your entire business at risk. Learn more about some commonly overlooked types of business insurance — and what they cover
3 Benefits of Ergonomics in the Workplace
While most people today tend to work in an office environment rather than a physically demanding job, workplace injuries still occur. In today’s modern office workplace, injuries are typically due to uncomfortable office furniture and equipment. Instead of forcing office workers to adjust to their surroundings, the purpose of ergonomics
Insurance Coverage: Evaluating Your Business Needs in 2020
The beginning of the New Year is a time for resolutions. Business owners, especially those starting up new ventures in 2020, will have plenty to consider. Swarts, Manning & Associates wants to help you understand what to look for when you consider amending or adding your coverage in 2020. Businesses
The Hidden Fire Risk in Your Home: Lithium-Ion Batteries and How to Protect Your Property
Lithium-ion batteries power nearly every rechargeable device in a modern home. Phones, laptops, cordless tools, e-bikes, e-scooters, robotic vacuums, electric
Roof Maintenance: Protect Your Property and Your Investment
Your roof protects nearly every major component of your property, which means a small roofing problem can quickly turn into
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
