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Workplace accidents continue to pose a serious challenge for businesses across the United States. In 2023, there were over 2.5 million nonfatal injuries and more than 5,200 fatal accidents in offices nationwide. These incidents not only harm workers but also disrupt daily operations in industries ranging from manufacturing to restaurants. Some of the most frequent … Read more

Cyber insurance company CFC has introduced a new tool aimed at helping brokers connect better with small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) about the risks of cyber threats. The initiative focuses on making cyber risk information clearer and more relevant to these smaller companies, which often find traditional reports full of confusing stats and jargon. Called … Read more

Choosing the right car insurance company in Pennsylvania can be a tough call with so many options available. A recent review of the top auto insurers in the state sheds light on the biggest players, their specialties, and how they stack up in terms of coverage and pricing. At the top of the list is … Read more

Early on Thanksgiving morning, a magnitude 6.0 earthquake shook an area northwest of Anchorage, Alaska, drawing attention from both emergency teams and insurers. The quake struck just after 8 a.m. near Susitna, roughly 37 miles away from Alaska’s biggest city. Although no major damage or injuries have been reported, the shaking was felt across the … Read more

The U.S. Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against California, aiming to stop the state from enforcing truck emissions rules. This legal action, announced on Friday, targets the California Air Resources Board and its “Clean Truck Partnership” with heavy-duty truck and engine makers. The department argues that California is overstepping its authority by enforcing standards … Read more

The world’s biggest climate group for banks, the Net-Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), is facing a wave of departures. After key banks in the UK and Switzerland left recently, some large European Union banks with strong ties to the U.S. are now considering following suit. These banks worry about being seen as unfairly anti-oil in the … Read more

Theft at construction sites continues to be a major problem for contractors across the United States, costing the industry up to $1 billion each year. Tools, equipment, and materials left unsecured are prime targets. Losing these items not only drives up costs but can also slow down projects and harm a company’s reputation. Damien Hayden, … Read more

Mercury Insurance has taken a new step in California’s ongoing battle with wildfire risks by submitting a rate filing that uses the state’s fresh regulation allowing catastrophe models to influence insurance pricing. This move is the first to apply the Verisk Wildfire catastrophe model, a tool designed to predict the impact of future wildfires. The … Read more

A new workplace trend called "quiet cracking" is emerging, causing concern among employers and employees alike. This pattern involves a steady feeling of unhappiness and stress at work that often goes unspoken. It can lead to poor performance, low morale, and a stronger urge for workers to leave their jobs. A recent survey found that … Read more

Commercial real estate insurance rates are dropping, giving property owners a chance to save money if they act quickly. After several years of high prices, insurance companies are now offering lower rates for well-maintained properties, especially those built after 1990. Dan Garzella, the CEO of The Garzella Group, says this is a rare opportunity for … Read more