Posted on: June 12, 2020 by titan-goodrich
With DIY products and ambitious projects widely available online in posts and videos, more and more people are taking a swing at becoming a contractor in their spare time. For some, it becomes more than just a hobby. Working as a contractor may be more fulfilling for you than working a regular 9 to 5 […] Read More
Posted on: February 21, 2020 by titan-goodrich
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reports that 40 to 60 percent of small businesses never recover and re-open their doors after a disaster. It is in the best interest of your business to maintain both adequate insurance coverage and a disaster recovery plan so you’re prepared to bounce back when Mother Nature comes calling. In […] Read More
Posted on: October 11, 2019 by titan-goodrich
In this Internet age, it’s incredibly easy to purchase insurance online – directly from the carrier and without ever having to leave your screen. When you’re in charge of insuring a fleet of commercial vehicles, this option is surely tempting. You don’t have much time, and purchasing insurance direct online will save you both time […] Read More
Posted on: May 24, 2019 by titan-goodrich
When you think of “workplace culture,” you probably picture casual Fridays or volunteering as a group. Having a positive workplace culture is certainly something that benefits businesses and helps with employee retention. But what some people forget about is that a “culture of safety” is an equally important type of workplace culture. What Is a […] Read More
Posted on: February 25, 2019 by titan-goodrich
Just like your home, your business can flood and potentially experience extensive damage. However, your business has a completely different set of risks than your home does. After a flood in your place of business, you could experience loss resulting from damage to records, inventory, equipment, and technology as well as other valuable property and […] Read More
Posted on: December 27, 2018 by titan-goodrich
As a business owner, the health and safety of your employees should be a top priority. Not only are healthy employees happier, but they are more productive, too. Ultimately, having high health and safety standards will also reduce costs to your business since insurance premiums will be lower with a cleaner safety record. Additionally, having […] Read More
Posted on: August 28, 2018 by titan-goodrich
Even though it made for one hilarious episode of The Office, a fire at your business is no laughing matter. Hopefully, you’ve insured your equipment and space, but even so a fire can be a major setback and, even worse, can seriously endanger everyone present. Fire prevention and safety should be practiced and encouraged in […] Read More
Posted on: July 24, 2018 by titan-goodrich
Whether you actually hurt yourself or just suffer from a bruised ego, slipping and falling is always a nasty shock. At home, you can usually just dust yourself off and forget about it, but if you own a business, slips and falls suddenly become much more serious. Maintaining a safe business property for your employees […] Read More
Posted on: March 20, 2018 by titan-goodrich
The last thing you want to focus on when starting or running your business is what could go wrong. While you aren’t necessarily going to face struggles right away, if you aren’t covered with a good insurance policy, you’ll likely experience some issues down the road. Since running a business is risky, you should plan […] Read More
Posted on: February 20, 2018 by titan-goodrich
No matter what sort of business you run, accidents can always happen. Even in a “safe” office environment, an employee could be badly burned from a pot of coffee or slip on a wet floor. Since an accident could happen at any time, you’ll want to already have a worker’s compensation plan in place before […] Read More
Posted on: January 30, 2017 by titan-goodrich
Being a business owner in 2017 means that you have to be familiar with a variety of different lingos and cyber vocabulary. From tweeting to cyber liability to virtual reality, technology has essentially created a whole new world that business owners must master. In addition to these common themes, “machine learning” is evolving and changing […] Read More
Posted on: December 22, 2016 by titan-goodrich
As a Virginia contractor, you face on-the-job risks every day. The nature of your business presents unique risks that other businesses don’t face. Virginia Contractors Insurance Programs are designed to protect you from these exposures. Depending on the size and type of contracting business you operate, you can benefit from one or all of the […] Read More
Posted on: December 15, 2016 by titan-goodrich
If you are a carpenter, drywall installer, electrician, landscaper, mason, or any other type of contractor and are not already aware of the importance of Contractors Insurance Programs, you’re jeopardizing your business! Contractors face risks every day, and can be held responsible for myriad liability issues. Insurance is a safety net that can protect you […] Read More
Posted on: December 8, 2016 by titan-goodrich
If you believe that Cyber Liability Insurance is an optional coverage that only giant corporations need, you should reevaluate that belief. Hackers and phishers cast a wide net. The average data breach costs nearly $160 per affected record; so even if you have a list of 100 customers, if their data is compromised that’s a […] Read More