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Social Inflation

Social inflation is the trend of rising insurance costs due to increased litigation, plaintiff-friendly judgments and so-called “nuclear” jury awards – also shows no signs of slowing, and litigation funding is an added concern for insurers (insurance companies and insurance markets). With the rise in inflation, claim costs in several lines of coverage including commercial [...]

Social Inflation2022-06-17T17:33:22+00:00

Safe Driving Policy: Company Owned Vehicles and Personal Owned Vehicles

It is recommended that your business have a policy in place related to Safe Driving. This should be reviewed and signed by anyone that might ever drive on company business including Office Staff, DO, Supervisors, Managers, Maintenance, etc. Encouraging good driving is good business. Having a safe driving policy can protect your staff, and enhance [...]

Safe Driving Policy: Company Owned Vehicles and Personal Owned Vehicles2020-07-01T22:43:44+00:00

Pulling Motor Vehicle Record Reports

Motor Vehicle Reports (MVRs) should be obtained and reviewed annually, at a minimum, to evaluate individual driver performance. This document covers what a MVR review should include and the characteristics of an undesirable driver.

Pulling Motor Vehicle Record Reports2020-07-01T22:43:51+00:00

PRESSURE WASHING SAFETY

When PRESSURE WASHING, be sure to ALWAYS DO THE FOLLOWING: Wear a bright colored Safety Vest – REQUIRED Mark off area with Safety Cone(s) to protect the employee – REQUIRED Watch for vehicles - REQUIRED Take breaks often – See the Pressure Washers Instruction Manual – REQUIRED Pressure wash during slow times. If you are [...]

PRESSURE WASHING SAFETY2020-07-01T22:43:51+00:00

Subcontractor’s Certificate of Insurance

The Importance of Verifying Workers' Compensation Insurance When Hiring Independent Contractors In an increasingly decentralized work landscape, hiring independent contractors has become a commonplace strategy for businesses to obtain specialized services without incurring the overheads associated with full-time employment. However, as the workforce landscape shifts, businesses must also adapt their practices to safeguard both their [...]

Subcontractor’s Certificate of Insurance2023-10-18T01:34:02+00:00

Parking Lot Safety – Adjacent Parking Lots

Keeping your parking lots in good condition can not only present a good impression for your customers – one where your restaurant has high standards of maintenance and cleanliness, but also can help prevent slips trips and falls, struck by vehicles, and protect vehicles themselves by reducing claims for damage due to pot holes. Read [...]

Parking Lot Safety – Adjacent Parking Lots2016-01-03T18:49:02+00:00

Parking Lots – Worker Safety

Preventing and reducing struck by motor vehicle accident is fairly easy, as long as you enforce these simple steps

Parking Lots – Worker Safety2014-04-17T13:09:51+00:00

VIDEO: Importance of a Safe Driver Policy

Safety video on the importance of a driver safety policy. Also includes references to where a free, example policy can be downloaded.

VIDEO: Importance of a Safe Driver Policy2020-12-16T17:00:45+00:00

VIDEO: Driver Safety

Motor vehicle accidents can be very costly for your company. Even when the vehicle is not company owned, damages caused can still be extended to the Owner/Operator's company. It is up to the leadership team to ensure only the safest people are driving and guide them on proper driving.

VIDEO: Driver Safety2020-12-16T21:11:22+00:00

Profit Sheet: Motor Vehicle Accidents

Profit Sheets outline the top 10 major cost drivers for Owner/Operators in regard to employee injuries. In this sheet, causes of motor vehicle accidents, ways to reduce cost and exposures, and trainng materials are discussed.

Profit Sheet: Motor Vehicle Accidents2022-11-04T16:01:13+00:00

Safe Driving Policy

Discussion on why a safe driver policy is important, even if you do not have company vehicles (hint - you can still be held liable for accidents in cars owned by your employees, if they are driving on company business). Also links to a sample policy that is ready to be used, or modified, for your needs.

Safe Driving Policy2020-07-01T22:44:05+00:00

Driving Safety

Review of vehicle safety issues, where you may be exposed, and a large selection of resources to assist in minimizing your exposure.

Driving Safety2020-07-01T22:44:05+00:00