One of the biggest worries a business owner can have is shutting down their company temporarily due to an issue out of their control, such as a major weather event, utility outage, accident, or unforeseen property damages. For some companies, even the shortest closure could lead to the loss of customers, revenue, and even the […]

Do you know that 4 out of every 10 businesses will experience some type of Commercial Property or General Liability claim over the next ten years? Although this might not be a surprising fact to business owners, many do not realize that the most common claims are not the most expensive ones they could face. […]

In order for businesses to operate well and allow owners to focus on growth and sales, commercial properties need to be well maintained so they don't become unnecessary distractions or lead to expensive repairs. Unfortunately, some business owners forget to schedule or intentionally skip certain kinds of property maintenance, believing it's not needed or would […]

Houston is home to thousands of restaurants, cafes, delis, and gourmet dining establishments of all different styles and cuisines. While they may serve vastly different dishes and customer bases, they all face similar challenges. For example, restaurants face higher numbers of business liability claims than some other industries, which can impact their financial health and […]

There is not a job in existence that does not come with some level of risk. Whether a job is indoors or outside, at a desk or behind the wheel, at an entry-level position or in corporate management, workplace accidents can occur. However, some companies do a much worse job than others at mitigating risks […]

Creating and running a successful business is a combination of a great idea, hard work, good employees, and the business property and assets needed for daily operations. However, it's important to protect businesses with quality commercial insurance in the event a catastrophe occurs. A closure of any length of time can spell disaster for companies, […]

Nearly half of all small businesses are likely to experience a commercial property claim in their lifetime, with damages ranging from minor to catastrophic. Without the right kind of insurance protection, commercial property damage can be financially devastating, leading to the loss of customers and revenue and in some cases, total business closure. In today's […]

One of the biggest innovations to impact the business world in the last few years has been the use of drones for commercial use. Drones are used in industries across the world, including farming, manufacturing, art, real estate, construction, retail, and everything in between. While they provide incredible and unique perspectives for businesses and their […]

As 2016 comes to a close, many businesses begin planning out strategies for the new year to increase revenue, win customers, improve efficiency, and lower costs. However, many companies miss out on important growth opportunities because they fail to perform a thorough year-end review. A year-end review can help identify successes, failures, and areas of […]

Winter weather in the Gulf Coast region is typically milder than in the rest of the country, but Texas often experiences high winds and strong gusts as cold fronts approach our area. Sometimes these strong winds cause little to no property damage, while other times a freak windstorm can topple trees, down power lines, and […]