What the Silicon Valley Bank Failure Means for Small Businesses
On Friday, March 10th, 2023, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) took over Silicon Valley Bank (SVB), which signaled the largest bank collapse since the financial crash of ... READ MORE
Flood Insurance: Why It Could Become Mandatory in the Near Future
Floods are one of the most common natural disasters that occur worldwide, and their frequency and severity are increasing in the United States due to climate change. Floods are known to ... READ MORE
Is a Four Day Workweek the Next Trend in Employee Benefits?
The idea of a four day workweek isn’t entirely new, but has been highly trending over the last year. The sudden buzz in conversation comes after the largest four day workweek trial reported ... READ MORE
Protect Your Business from Hazardous Transportation Damage
On February 3rd, 2023, a freight train operated by Norfolk Southern derailed in East Palestine, Ohio. 10 of the 50 train cars derailed were carrying hazardous materials, including vinyl ... READ MORE
Mitigating Workplace Hazards Using the Hierarchy of Controls
If you own or are planning to open a small business, safety should be at the top of your priority list. Not only is it key to the health and well-being of your employees, but it's mandated ... READ MORE
Workplace Violence Prevention Plans: How to Keep Your Business Safe
The rate of workplace violence (WPV) has unfortunately increased in the past decade. According to OSHA, workplace violence is an act or threat of violence, harassment, or intimidation, both ... READ MORE
How to Make Your Cyber Security Training More Effective
Cybersecurity breaches make up a large majority of insurance claims every year. The number of cases, and the costs associated with these cases, continue to rise. Cybersecurity is a ... READ MORE
Commercial Trucking Market Insights for 2023
The transportation industry has faced a series of challenges since the start of the pandemic. Businesses and workers have had to navigate global shortages, loss of labor, safety issues, and ... READ MORE