Contracts are a part of life for businesses, regardless of their size or industry. They may range from the simple, short-term contract to the complex and long-term contracts. However, some contracts require a bit more coverage and protection because of the assets, risks, and contract requirements involved. For these reasons, some contracts may require companies […]

When a business is forced to close due to severe weather disasters, major repairs, utility outages, or other disruptions, it can cause significant revenue and customer losses. For example, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) reports that nearly fifty percent of businesses are unable to reopen after a catastrophic event. The key to minimizing business […]

In part one of our series on making an effective Business Interruption Plan, we looked at the documentation that should be done before disaster strikes. Proactive planning now can significantly reduce company downtime and ensure that the business fully recovers from any closures or interruptions to services. In part two of our series, we look […]

Winter Storm Jonas recently hit a large section of the United States, causing record levels of snowfall, flooding, utility outages and property damages across the East Coast.  Although Texas was spared from any severe winter storm conditions this time, the reality is that major weather events or disasters can strike our area at any time, […]

Over time, businesses can accumulate a large inventory of assets, including basic office supplies, tools, specialized machinery and equipment, computers and electronics, and even company vehicles and raw materials. For example, do you remember exactly how many business purchases you made in the last 12 months?  How many computers did you buy?  Did you have […]

Owning your own business comes with a bounty of rewards and advantages, but it can also come with a high level of risk, particularly if you have employees on your worksite. Regardless of the industry and levels of training, employees can and do get hurt on the job every day, creating serious liability issues for […]

The holidays are a time to gather with family and friends, celebrate family traditions, and exchange gifts with loved ones. Unfortunately, after the holidays is the busiest time of the year for home burglars, robbers, and vandals. Too often individuals and families are completely unaware of all the ways they can make themselves a prime […]

Compared with other areas of the country, Houston has long enjoyed a strong and growing economy due to the diversity of our industries and business-friendly tax laws. Because of our robust economic growth, businesses must compete even more with their competitors to gain an edge and win a larger share of their market. One way […]

During the holiday season, many businesses such as retail stores, restaurants, delis, and bakeries depend on temporary workers to help handle the barrage of additional customers and sales. Although they offer relief to swamped business owners, temporary workers can also create potential liability issues when they are not properly trained in all areas of safety […]

The needs of a business can change dramatically as the business grows, adds services, and makes improvements. Over time, these changes can impact a company's liability risk and commercial insurance coverage. Unfortunately, some business owners do not realize that some company changes warrant the need for updating coverage amounts and policy protections. In today's blog […]