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Financial Stress and Employee Dishonesty: A Growing Risk for Employers
Your business faces risks every day. Commercial umbrella insurance protects against external lawsuits and catastrophic third-party claims. However, significant losses can originate internally, driven by employee financial stress and access to company funds. Traditional policies do not cover losses stemming from inside your accounting system. As everyday costs increase and...
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Nothing beats the sizzle of burgers on a hot grill, the aroma of barbecue smoke drifting through the neighborhood, and friends gathering in your backyard for a perfect summer evening. Yet behind these cherished moments lurks a sobering reality: Summer is prime grilling season and peak time for backyard fire…
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Fires, floods, and lawsuits announce themselves. You see the smoke or floodwaters or hear the knock at the door. As such, business insurance tends to focus on what's outside. But some of the most destructive losses come from within. Employee dishonesty is rising fast, and if you don't catch it…
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No one wants to believe their dog could hurt someone. For most pet owners, dogs are family — trusted companions, not threats. But even the gentlest dog can act unpredictably under stress, fear, or excitement. Unfortunately, a bite or injury, while emotionally distressing in itself, can escalate into a lawsuit,…
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Lithium-ion batteries are indispensable. They power tools on job sites, home electronics, and essential equipment. However, when mishandled, these batteries pose serious fire risks — potentially catching fire and causing costly property damage, business interruptions, or worse. With the growing reliance on lithium-ion batteries, adequately structured business insurance and personal…
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Most days begin like any other — until they become moments you'll never forget. A customer slips, a delivery van collides with another vehicle, or a routine project goes awry. Suddenly, you are confronted with a lawsuit, medical bills, or settlement demands far exceeding your standard insurance policy limits. In…
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The 2025 hurricane season is approaching fast, officially starting June 1st. Predictions from the Colorado State University 2025 forecast indicate an above-average season, with more frequent and intense storms expected along the East Coast. For homeowners, the time to act is now. Ensure your homeowners insurance is in force, Replacement…
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The renewal notice is buried under unopened mail. Money’s tight this month, so you tell yourself the personal insurance payment — whether for your home, auto, or renters policy — can wait. However, insurance companies don’t wait long. Most policies include a grace period of 10 to 30 days —…
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Each year, the month of April is dedicated to raising awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and promoting safer driving habits. In 2024, distracted driving resulted in approximately 3,000 deaths and over 400,000 injuries in the United States. The road holds hidden dangers when driving in Connecticut. Speeding, tailgating,…
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The envelope remains unopened on your desk — this is your third notification. Last month's business insurance payment didn't go out. Production costs were high, and something had to give. You figured you'd catch up next week. But time keeps passing by. Most insurers offer a short grace period —…
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