Tag: business insurance

What is Business Interruption Insurance and why does my business need it?

Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Continuity is critical in business, and there are few things more important than continuous revenue and cash flow, particularly for small to medium-sized organizations. In fact, just one brief business interruption can be incredibly costly for an organization, often leading to serious reputational damages or long-term closures. That’s where business interruption insurance can help. This […]

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D&O Liability Insurance

The Challenges Of Securing Directors & Officers Coverage

Tuesday, June 23, 2020

First what is D&O coverage? Directors and officers (D&O) liability insurance protects the personal assets of corporate directors and officers, and their spouses, in the event they are personally sued by employees, vendors, competitors, investors, customers, or other parties, for actual or alleged wrongful acts in managing a company. Covid-19 has made it extremely challenging for insurance companies. At […]

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Corona Virus and business insurance

Pandemics and Insurance

Friday, March 13, 2020

Containing the Coronavirus There are growing concerns about the COVID-19 coronavirus impacting businesses with travel bans, school closings and function cancellations. One question many companies are asking is if there is insurance coverage for business income or business interruption in the case of a local government-mandated shutdown to contain a community spread of the coronavirus? […]

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new workplace

Risk Management in the New Workplace

Thursday, June 21, 2018

With a wave of millennial’s entering the workforce, companies have evolved to create a “new workplace” that attracts that demographic of talent. Common perks of the “new workplace” include modern decor, free snacks, unlimited vacation and beer on tap. While great for your employer brand, the reality of these new perks is increased liability risk […]

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employee lawsuits

EPL Insurance: Protecting Against Employee Lawsuits

Thursday, May 24, 2018

When you’re interviewing a candidate for a position, you might have an inclination to ask questions that violate federal and state equal opportunity laws because you’re trying to gauge the overall fit for the company.

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Improvements and Betterments: Who is Responsible for Covering?

Sunday, July 30, 2017

When leasing a property,  there’s a possibility it may need changes. Many office spaces, apartments, and condos may not fit your needs right off the bat, but with the necessary changes executed properly, it can make the space perfect for you. Now, the question becomes: who is responsible for covering these upgrades – tenant or […]

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commercial auto insurance, H&K Insurance Agency, Watertown, MA

Commercial Auto Insurance: What, When and Type

Monday, December 28, 2015

Depending on how your job and business interact, you may need commercial auto insurance, especially if you’re using a personal vehicle. Learn about how commercial auto insurance differs from personal auto insurance, when you need to have it, and the types available for your vehicle. Auto accidents while performing duties for your business without commercial […]

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Do You Need Boiler and Machinery Insurance?

Friday, December 4, 2015

If you own a business you are probably using equipment, machinery, and important heating and cooling systems, like a boiler. Imagine if your boiler were to explode. It could cause tremendous damage to other equipment, raw materials, inventory, or the building itself. Protecting yourself from these risks is an important part of protecting your business […]

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Making Up for Lost Time: Business Interruption Insurance

Thursday, August 13, 2015

Bad things happen to good businesses. It’s after all why we insure them. But while your insurance policy covers your property and contents, there’s one very pressing concern it does not cover: time. When your business is open, every hour and minute is used to bring money into your business and your product or services […]

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How To Start A Food Truck Business

Friday, July 31, 2015

The mobile food industry is expanding at a rapid pace. According to research authority IBIS.com, mobile food operators are raking in 857 million a year in revenue. Some project that number will hit 2.7 billion in 5 years. All over the nation new food trucks, carts, and kiosks are popping up. In a few years, […]

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