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Three common types of contract bonds are:

Bid bond-The surety guarantees the beneficiary that if the principal is the successful bidder on a contract, the principal will enter into the contract with…

Halloween Safety Tips [Infographic]

For some Americans, Halloween is one of the most anticipated holidays.

Managing Risk Across the Supply Chain

While lean manufacturing has become a cornerstone of successful supply chain management and a way for businesses to stay flexible and responsive to changing tastes…

Prevent Sexual Harassment Liability

There are countless unique risks and liabilities associated with an educational facility. One such liability that has been highlighted in the media in recent years…

Avoid Negligent Entrustment

Automobile accidents are an expensive liability for companies that rely on the use of vehicles for their business. That risk has increased in recent years,…

Engage Millennials in Health Care Safety

Millennials may be a great fit for careers in health care safety, as their top demands—mutual respect, meaningful work and constant improvement—mirror the requirements for…

If my home floods, am I covered?

Water damage to your home and the property inside is a major threat to anyone with assets to protect.

Floods are the #1 natural disaster in the United States.

Why? What Causes a Flood? Flash floods can occur within minutes or hours of excessive rainfall, a dam or levee failure, or a sudden release…

OSHA Recordkeeping Update and Recommendation

On August 1, OSHA announced the portal to electronically report information from the OSHA 300A forms was available. Many employers mistakenly believe they must provide…

Contractor Selection and Risk Transfer

The energy sector is a constantly evolving industry. With this evolution, manufacturing methods and techniques are frequently changing and advancing. Subsequently, many companies are dependent…

Injuries Suffered At Company-Sponsored Events

Was The Employee’s Participation “Voluntary” Enough To Preclude A Workers’ Compensation Claim? By Ryan Taylor, Partner at Tressler LLP In the spirit of building teamwork and…

The hidden costs of worker’s comp claims for manufacturers

Because worker’s compensation claims can be very costly, managing risk by making investments and setting policies that improve workplace safety is not only good for…

Solar Contractors in the Surety Bond Marketplace

By Brian Lydigsen Solar companies are struggling with warranty terms and efficiency guarantees when bonding projects. Bonds may reduce the cost of funding a construction…

TaskRabbit, Fiverr, and Amazon Home Services: Liability is part of the gig

Whether it’s a guy ferrying strangers around in his Ford Taurus after work or the college student fitting in some IKEA furniture assembly in between…

Big kid toys come with big liability potential

Adults need to play, too, which is why we’ve got man caves and she sheds. Adults need to play, too, which is why we’ve got…

Lower Costs by Implementing Safety Programs

Across the country, employers pay almost $1 billion per week for direct workers’ compensation costs alone, which comes straight out of company profits. In fact,…

Workplace Violence – An Increasing Threat

Although you hope it will never happen in your place of work, the fact is that workplace violence is an issue for many Americans. According…

Employee Leave-sharing and Donation Programs

Employers may establish paid leave- sharing or donation programs to allow employees to help those in need. Leave sharing allows employees to donate their paid…

Home Fire Safety

Home Fire Safety

Keeping Your Driver Fitness BASIC Scores Low

The Driver Fitness Compliance Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Category (BASIC) is one of seven categories that the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) uses…

2016 Election – Impact on Compliance Issues

Highlights Republican candidate Donald Trump will become the 45th president of the United States. Republicans also retained majorities in both the U.S. Senate and House…

School Violence – An Everyday Danger

Columbine, Sandy Hook Elementary School and Virginia Tech are names that immediately recall the deadly potential that unchecked dangerous behavior can have in an educational…

Avoid These 4 Common Workplace Injuries

Research indicates that the most common workplace injuries across all industries are repetitive strain injuries (RSIs), falls, overexertion and road accidents. Thankfully, such injuries can…

The Importance of Homeowners Insurance

Although it’s always important to purchase homeowners insurance to protect your investment, some homes are harder to insure than others.