business
February 3, 2026
Best Practices for Responding to General Liability Claims
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...
January 22, 2026
Trends Impacting the Commercial Insurance Market
In 2026, the commercial insurance market is showing signs of stabilization after years of volatility, but businesses still face a range of evolving risks that influence coverage costs. From climate-driven catastrophes and regulatory pressures to litigation trends and technology exposures, these forces are shaping underwriting practices and premium pricing across multiple lines. Article Published...
December 30, 2025
Calculating FMLA Leave During Holiday Weeks
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...
December 24, 2025
Key Components of Management Liability Insurance
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...
December 11, 2025
Winter Weather Liabilities
The winter months bring more than just cold weather and shorter days; they bring the possibility for winter storms that may result in a snow- and ice-covered landscape. While it may be a winter wonderland for some, as a property manager, snow and ice buildup means a hazard with the potential for costly liability. If...
November 17, 2025
Trends Shaping 2026 Employee Benefits
Understanding the latest employee benefits trends can help organizations plan ahead and offer a benefits package that meets the evolving needs of workers. Here are five trends shaping benefits in 2026: As the workforce’s needs continue to evolve, so must the benefits that companies offer to remain relevant and meaningful to employees. Every workplace is...
October 21, 2025
California Amends Pay Data Reporting Requirements
On Oct. 13, 2025, California amended the California Fair Employment and Housing Act’s (FEHA) pay data reporting requirements to modify storage requirements and impose mandatory penalties, effective Jan. 1, 2026, and to increase the number of job categories, effective Jan. 1, 2027. Background Private employers with 100 or more employees (at least one of whom...
October 16, 2025
Small Business Health Plans Could See 11% Increase in 2026
Every year, health insurance companies inform state officials of their expected cost changes and propose new prices for plans that comply with the Affordable Care Act regulations. A report from KFF, an independent source for health policy research, focuses specifically on plans for small businesses, typically those with 50 or fewer employees. These plans can...