Football season is here! It seems to evoke a sense of enthusiasm and celebration, especially when your favorite team is playing! Just look at the fans in the picture (the guy in the blue’s team just got scored on, I…
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It’s that time of year again…end of summer break! Some parents try to squeeze in last-minute vacations with their kids before the break comes to an end. Or maybe, school just started, and it’s time for the fall sports season,…
Hurricane season is here. The season runs from June 1st through November 31st. Meteorologists love to make predictions about how many hurricanes will make landfall and their potential severity. Unless you live in a high-risk area that could be direct…
Capital One announced recently that a hacker had accessed the personal information of 100 million individuals in the United States and 6 million in Canada that had applied for credit with the Virginia-based bank. The affected information includes credi…
Any business that serves alcohol should be aware of their liquor liability exposure. In my travels as a loss control professional, I often consult the owners and managers of restaurants, bars, clubs, event centers, caterers, wineries, and breweries. Al…
The Fourth of July is quickly approaching. People are stocking up on food, drinks, and fireworks. Fireworks are known for being fun and loud, but they can also be very dangerous. Here are some tips for staying safe if you…
“I don’t need a Builder’s Risk policy,” said a contractor. “The money I save I’ll just set aside for any losses.” Little did he know how inexpensive a Builder’s Risk policy can be and how expensive a los…
Now that school’s out for the summer, entertaining the kids becomes a full time job! When they’re not at camps, practices, etc. throughout the day, outside play is always a great option. Kids love jumping, and trampolines have maintained their…
According to Wikipedia, retail is the process of selling consumer goods or services to customers through multiple channels of distribution to earn a profit. Retailers satisfy demand identified through a supply chain. A retail sale occurs when a busines…
The role of a risk manager within an organization has certainly changed over the years, taking on additional responsibilities as exposures continue to change. At its core, sound risk management consists of identifying the risk, analyzing and evaluating…