Tag: Commercial Insurance
3 Myths About Workers’ Compensation
Posted: February 19, 2022
3 Myths About Workers’ CompensationWorkers’ compensation insurance is essential for any business with employees. Unfortunately, myths about workers’ compensation coverage abound. These misconceptions can have an impact on the overall success of your business. The following are some of the most common myths among business owners concerning workers’ compensation insurance: My Business Is Small with Low Risk of Injury, So I Don’t Need Workers’ Compensation Insurance. Regardless of the...
What Is Cargo Insurance and Why Is It Important?
Posted: February 4, 2022
What Is Cargo Insurance and Why Is It Important?Transporting goods carries risks. Any number of things can go wrong with goods in transit. That is what makes cargo insurance so important. It can help protect the value of your goods against losses in transit by sea, air, or rail. Cargo insurance provides protection against financial loss for cargo that is lost or damaged due to a covered event. These typically include natural disasters,...
The Benefits of an Independent Insurance Agent
Posted: September 27, 2021
An independent insurance agent offers consumers numerous choices—translating to better coverage, and better value—with policies tailored to each client’s unique needs. What’s the difference between a direct/captive agent and an independent agent? A direct/captive agent works for the insurance company, while an independent insurance agent (also known as an insurance broker) works for the customer. An independent agent works with many different insurance companies and...
What Does Commercial Umbrella Insurance Cover?
Posted: June 4, 2021
What Does Commercial Umbrella Insurance Cover?Your business is protected by your business insurance – but is it enough? A commercial umbrella insurance policy provides coverage when a claim exceeds the limits of your other policies. This type of policy is typically quite affordable and offers a critical level of protection against losses from substantial claims or lawsuits. Do You Need Commercial Umbrella Insurance? A liability claim filed against your business...
Can I Still See My Own Doctor After Filing For Workers' Compensation?
Posted: May 28, 2019
Can I Still See My Own Doctor After Filing For Workers' Compensation?There is no yes or no answer to that question. Each state has its own set of complicated rules for when you can see your own doctor for a work-related injury covered by workers’ compensation insurance. Generally, but with some exceptions, your employer’s insurance company determines which doctors you see when you have filed a workers’ comp claim. Workers’ compensation can be confusing, and the...
