Most homeowners and companies know that property insurance rates are rising in this “hard” market over the past few years. Navigating co-insurance challenges shows that hard markets come with increased premiums, increased deductibles, and stricter coverage terms. Catastrophic property losses from weather events are becoming more frequent, and the dollar amounts per loss continue to rise, forcing insurance companies to re-evaluate their property insurance portfolios. At the same time, the cost to rebuild properties has increased dramatically due to rising construction costs for material and labor. Additionally, replacement costs on an insurance policy might be significantly higher than the market/retail value of the property. Now more than ever, property owners need to review their property coverage limits and make sure they are carrying adequate limits to avoid a co-insurance penalty, truly navigating co-insurance challenges.
OSHA recently released an updated recordkeeping guide that details requirements for tracking employee injury and illness in the workplace via forms 300A, 300 and 301. The new guide adds recently incorporated changes to OSHA guidelines.
It also simplifies reporting guidelines by merging the previous four OSHA reporting documents into a single guide.
On Oct. 11, 2022, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a proposed rule to rescind and replace its 2021 independent contractor classification rule under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The proposal is scheduled for publication in the Federal Register on Oct. 13, 2022. Comments on the proposal must be submitted within 45 days of the publication date.
The hard market looks to continue as the insurance industry takes a $5.6 Billion underwriting loss. Click the link below to view the full article.
When it comes to general liability insurance, a lot of business owners think they’re covered for everything, but that’s not always the case. Let’s clear up some general liability misconceptions to help you understand what this policy really does—and doesn’t—cover.
The Rise of social media has continued to put business leaders in the spotlight, and now directors and officers (D&O) insurance isn’t only for large, publicly traded companies. Protect your business and co-workers from costly claims by asking us about our D&O guide, which provides an overview of D&O Policies and their benefits.
On November 1, 2023, the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) is making significant changes to the rating system for Experience Modification Ratings (EMR) for workers’ compensation coverage. These changes are important to understand as they have an impact on how the mod is calculated and your resulting workers compensation insurance premiums.
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have emerged as a significant concern due to their widespread use in consumer goods, leading to exposure to potential health and environmental hazards. The rise in PFAS-related challenges has prompted interest in comprehending their influence on insurance and claims. This article takes a closer look at PFAS regulation in the United States, discusses PFAS-related insurance matters and claims, and highlights emerging trends. We also provide strategic guidance for businesses to manage risks associated with PFAS.
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. During this annual event, government and industry leaders come together to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity.