Updates & Resources

The problem of bedbugs is not limited to beds. While most infestations are located in hotels, homes and hospitals, any building with carpet, fabric or furniture is at risk—and bedbugs are easily transported from one location to another, so high-traffic retail spaces face extra risk. To avoid damage to your brand and a difficult public relations situation, plan and prepare for an infestation so you are able to respond quickly should the need arise.

Exposures related to commercial auto insurance are vast, and a number of industry changes, as well as the frequency and severity of claims, have had a significant impact on carriers in the space. In fact, many carriers are finding it difficult to maintain profitability for commercial auto insurance and, in turn, are passing the uptick in cost along to insureds. This Coverage Insights will examine some of the trends driving up the cost of commercial auto insurance.

An unguarded wet floor is only one of the many causes that accounts for millions of work-related injuries every year. Which is why it is important to spot unsafe conditions that could lead to slips and falls, and do what you can to prevent them. Remind office workers how to avoid slips and falls in the workplace with this safety flyer. Read more here.

You may feel that your employees would never steal from you or that your business would never be the victim of theft, but the harsh reality is that nearly every business is eventually victimized by fraud or theft. Learn more about how to protect yourself.

Many companies are increasingly turning to staffing agencies to meet their personnel needs for a variety of reasons, including increased workloads and high employee turnover rates. Companies that use staffing agencies can save money because they avoid selecting, hiring and training new full-time employees. But what happens if one of the staffing agency workers is hurt on the job? Who is responsible for covering the injury?

For employers and victims, a workplace crash can have far-reaching financial, medical and legal consequences. Although employers cannot control roadway conditions, this Risk Insights provides proactive tips an employer can take to minimize its roadway risks. Find out more below.

Although it can be an exciting experience, moving to a new home also comes with a wide range of tedious tasks and responsibilities. And while most individuals are prepared to pack and unpack boxes, many forget just how many places need their updated contact information. Keep reading to learn who to notify when you move.

Regardless of the price of a gallon of gas, it is always great to be able to save. Often, the small things we do can add up to big fuel savings. If you are looking to spend less money at the pump, here are some easy things you can start doing today.

According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), workplaces that establish safety and health management systems can reduce their injury and illness costs by 20 to 40 percent. Safe environments also improve employee morale, which positively impacts productivity and service. This Risk Insights article highlights the benefits of implementing a safety program for your retail business.

Vandalism is a serious problem throughout the United States. Once considered an urban problem, vandalism has spread to suburban and rural areas. Vandalism is most evident in the graffiti found on many public structures and building facades. Vandalism affects all types of businesses through its senseless destruction of property. Read more here.