Unforeseen incidents can occur in everyday business operations, exposing organizations to potential liability. A customer may slip on a wet floor, or a contractor may accidentally damage a client’s property. Just one general liability claim can disrupt business operations, create financial strain and affect future insurance costs. The financial and organizational impacts of these incidents...
Low health literacy is quite common in the United States. According to the National Assessment of Adult Literacy, only 12% of Americans have proficient health literacy skills, which means many adults have difficulty understanding drug labels, following prescription instructions or identifying credible health care resources. Given today’s complex health care system, health care literacy has...
Cold weather does more than make working conditions uncomfortable; it can also lead to fatigue and reduced alertness and responsiveness in employees, increasing the risk of injury. This article discusses cold-weather hazards in construction and provides strategies for employers to keep their workers safe. Risks of Working in Cold Weather Cold weather can impact employee...
Running a business comes with significant risk. Everyday interactions, such as serving customers, visiting clients or running marketing campaigns, can expose businesses to potential liability. A customer could slip on a wet floor, a contractor could accidentally damage a client’s property, or a marketing campaign could unintentionally harm the reputation of a competitor. Just one...
Holiday weeks can pose an extra administrative challenge to employers with employees on leave under the federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA). In addition to their regular FMLA obligations, employers must figure out how to calculate employees’ leave use when the leave coincides with a holiday. FMLA regulations and an opinion letter from the...
In today’s increasingly litigious and regulated business environment, management liability insurance is a critical financial safeguard for organizations and their leadership teams. Whether public, private or nonprofit, all organizations face potential management liability risks, including allegations of mismanagement, shareholder scrutiny and employment-related claims. Fortunately, management liability insurance can help organizations protect their financial assets while...
Warehouses hold significant quantities of high-value inventory, making them prime targets for criminal activity, including break-ins and employee theft. Busy loading docks, a steady stream of delivery vehicles and regular shift changes mean doors are frequently open, and staff are moving in and out, creating conditions that increase the risk of unauthorized access. As such,...
Any business that owns or occupies commercial property generally has a legal duty under applicable law to keep the premises in good condition and, in turn, reasonably safe for visitors. Failure to do so could pose significant premises liability concerns and related claims. Such claims, which primarily involve a third party getting injured while visiting...
As the year draws to a close, December naturally invites a moment of pause. Between the flurry of holiday plans, year-end deadlines and the anticipation of a fresh start in January, it’s easy to overlook your emotional well-being. Yet, this month may be one of the most critical times to check in with yourself mentally...