Monthly Archives: September 2018

Beauty Shop, Salon, Spas and Barber Shop

According to statistics from 2014, there are just under 400,000 beauty shop, barber shops, nail salons, and spas in the United States. This is a huge industry that has business that are similar, yet significantly different depending upon the services … Continue reading

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How Technology is Helping Flood Victims during Hurricane Florence

Technology In 2018 we live in a technological age. When natural disasters strike, victims quickly realize how much they actually depend upon technology to function in modern day society. Here are five ways Technology is help victims and first responders … Continue reading

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Experience Modification Rating

An important aspect of reducing what a business pays for workers compensation insurance is understanding what exactly is your businesses experience modification rating. There are several terms that people within the insurance industry will use to refer to this rating. … Continue reading

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Hurricane Florence Response: Info You Need to Know

Hurricane Florence Hurricane Florence is approaching the East Coast as of Thursday.  More then a million people are under mandatory evacuations. Storm surge, torrential rain, and flash flooding are expected throughout the weekend in a half a dozen states. Many … Continue reading

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How to Prepare your Business for a Tropical Storm

How to Prepare your Business for a Hurricane There are currently three named storms in the Atlantic Ocean (Hurricane Florence, Helene, and Isaac). There is an additional storm near Hawaii (Hurricane Olivia) in the Pacific Ocean.  When speaking with NBC … Continue reading

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Bars and Taverns

Owning a Bar or Tavern is a unique risk that must be protected properly Bars and taverns are one industry where small local businesses can thrive. Because of the differences in state liquor laws, it is difficult to franchise a … Continue reading

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Tropical Storm Flooding

Insurance for Damages related to Tropical Storm s and Floods Anywhere it rains, it can flood. Flooding is the #1 natural hazard in the US. Even an inch of water can cause thousands of dollars in damage. The situations that cause flooding—heavy … Continue reading

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Hurricane Evacuation Planning

Evacuation Plan   Hurricane Evacuation Plan: How to Safely Evacuate Your Family https://www.directenergy.com/learning-center/weather-readiness/hurricane-evacuation-plan https://www.fema.gov/news-release/2018/06/20/its-hurricane-season-do-you-have-evacuation-plan https://www.statefarm.com/simple-insights/safety/follow-this-hurricane-evacuation-plan   Create a Go Bag In this go bag you should include items for Every Family Member, Including Pets   Store a Comprehensive Emergency Kit … Continue reading

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Roofing Companies and Workers Compensation

Safety Programs and a focus on Risk Management are crucial parts of running a successful Roofing Company Roofing companies can be a difficult to industry for insurance companies to quote insurance coverage. There are two primary reasons why this industry … Continue reading

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September is National Preparedness Month

10 Ways to Prepare your Home and Office during National Preparedness Month National Preparedness Month is being celebrated throughout the month of September. Spearheaded by the Federal Emergency Management Association (FEMA) and the Red Cross, this promotion is meant to … Continue reading

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