Insurance News
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Business Income Insurance and the Coronavirus
May 12, 2020
During a recent Coronavirus update meeting, President Donald Trump said that he thinks that many insurance companies should be paying business income losses due to the coronavirus pandemic. He acknowledged that many policies exclude events such as epidemics, but “in a lot of cases, I don’t see it. I would like to see the insurance […]
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How Is EPLI Underwritten?
April 20, 2020
Underwriters use a variety of metrics to determine what to charge for EPLI and the scope of coverage to offer. The number of people you employ. Whether you’ve had prior suits lodged against your company. The percentage of employee turnover. Whether you have established rules and practices in place, such as an employee handbook that […]
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Why You Need Employment Practices Liability Insurance
April 6, 2020
Whether you’re dealing with existing employees or prospective employees during the interview process, every time your business interacts with people it faces the risk of an employment claim. Some of the typical claims brought against employers allege: Discrimination (based on sex, race, age or disability, for example). Wrongful termination. Harassment. Other employment-related issues, such as […]
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Traveling the Same Roads Together: AVs and Humans
March 17, 2020
An Update on Safety and Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) Nuro For the first time, regulators at the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) have given permission to an AV manufacturer, Nuro, Inc., to deploy 5000 low-speed electric delivery vehicles without human controls like mirrors or steering wheels. The small, seat-less car, with gull-wing cargo doors on […]