Thursday, February 23, 2017If you’re operating a licensed marijuana (also known as cannabis) business, Washington state rules (leg.wa.gov) require you to buy insurance to protect your business from potential losses. Who may need to buy marijuana business-related insurance Marijuana retail stores Marijuana producers READ MORE >>
Tuesday, January 31, 2017If you own and/or run a smaller business, your insurance needs may be properly handled by a businessowner policy (BOP). A BOP is a single form that offers both property and liability protection. Retailers, wholesalers, small contractors, artisan contractors, dry cleaners, restaurants, offices and convenience stores (including those with gas pumps) are eligible for BOP coverage. READ MORE >>
Monday, January 30, 2017Let's say you have a policy for your home and your family's cars. You have just the right policy for the apartment you rent out to others as well as coverage for your boating excursions. Your homeowner's policy even has a special, added protection for the business that your spouse runs out of your home. READ MORE >>
Thursday, January 26, 2017You have an apartment, condo or home and you have friends. You like your friends and you like to entertain…so you decide to plan a party for your friends and the event will be at your residence. You decide that you want to have an epic event. Of course epic events are expensive, especially when it involves alcohol. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, December 13, 2016What Is An Attractive Nuisance? This is a term originated by a judge to describe property that attracts youngsters and, because of its dangerous nature, creates a special obligation to property owners. Examples are: swimming pools trampolines empty buildings appliances kept outside READ MORE >>
Wednesday, November 30, 2016Recent Trends Boost Costs for Drivers Does it seem like driving has become more expensive in recent years? It likely has. Since 2014, the U.S. has seen more new cars on the road, and those cars are driving more miles than in years past. The severity of traffic-related accidents has grown worse, and insurance claims for bodily injury have become more expensive. READ MORE >>
Friday, November 18, 2016 The wintry months of December through February are the highest for reported home fires that involve heating equipment. Such fires are a sad, significant source of fire fatalities, though they are far more preferable than using dangerous sources such as ovens for home heating. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, October 19, 2016Due to an improving economy, job growth and record low gas prices, Americans are driving more. In fact, 2015 was the most heavily traveled year in history, with drivers logging more than three trillion miles, a 3.5% increase over 2014, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. READ MORE >>
Friday, September 16, 2016As the seasons change, so do the types of claims adjusters see. Falling leaves create a skidding hazard for unwary drivers. Running deer and other wildlife rarely bother to look both ways before they cross a road. And drivers in a hurry may decide to rush off before their windshields and rear windows are fully defrosted, providing a partially obstructed view of anyone else on the road. READ MORE >>
Thursday, September 1, 2016What Is Loss Control? The process of identifying and mitigating situations that may lead to losses is called "loss control." Loss control may involve both simple and complex ways to reduce the likelihood of facing a loss. READ MORE >>
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