COVID-19 and Business Liability As businesses prepare to reopen, virus liability protection is a concern. If someone gets sick at a newly-opened business, is that business liable? “It would be very difficult for a business to be negligent if...
Trampolines are fun, but they can affect your homeowner’s insurance policy, depending on the company. “Some companies that we work with don’t allow trampolines and most insurers only allow them if they have a safety net,” explained Tammi Schug,...
Several of our carriers are offering rebates and refunds in response to COVID-19, on personal policies. We’ve compiled a list: Acuity – 7% decrease in premium between $50 – $100 at policy renewal (starting effective March 11th) Allstate –...
As the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to have an unprecedented effect on daily life, many business owners are looking forward to the future and a return to normalcy. However, even when stay-at-home orders are lifted and nonessential businesses are...
With so many people currently sheltering at home, it’s a great time to make a home inventory. “It’s also Tornado and Severe Weather Awareness Week, so it’s a good time to document your possessions just in case something were...
On March 30, the Wisconsin Compensation Rating Bureau (WCRB) established a new unit statistical code for reporting certain payroll for the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic event. Carriers may implement code 0012 as a class code in their operating system, which...
In response to the American economy reeling from the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the federal government recently signed into law the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). Among other provisions, the CARES Act provides businesses suffering under...
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has put a major strain on every aspect of daily life around the world, including the United States. As spread of the disease shows no sign of slowing down, there is a steadily increasing concern...
Madison, Wis. – Wisconsin Insurance Commissioner Mark Afable urged Wisconsin consumers to watch out for scammers offering fake COVID-19 insurance products or attempting to steal personal information. “Unfortunately, there are some bad actors out there who would try and...
Given the implications of the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, countless employees across a variety of industries are working remotely. While this allows businesses to remain operational, it can create a number of risks, particularly for those who fail to take...
