6 Ways to Cope with Holiday Stress & Calm Your Mind
Posted: December 10, 2024
The holidays bring joy, celebrations, travel, and gatherings of friends and family. For many of us, the holidays are times of extreme stress. The holidays prove to be unhealthy for you physically or mentally. Here are a few tips to keep your stress low and your mind calm during the festive season. 1. Stick to a Budget We know that buying “the best” gift for...
A Guide to Gifting Loved Ones with Life Insurance
Posted: December 7, 2024
Can you give life insurance as a gift? Yes! It is a meaningful and touching way to show how much you care. Here are a few quick things to know about purchasing life insurance as a gift this holiday season. Why Life Insurance Can Be the Perfect Gift Gifts are a joy to give and receive, but giving a life insurance policy can be surprisingly...
What to Know About Workers’ Compensation and Working from Home
Posted: December 6, 2024
Are you one of the many businesses that has taken on a remote or hybrid working model? Working from home has pros and cons, but it also raises serious questions like what would happen if an employee becomes injured while performing work at home. Workers' compensation (often shortened to workers’ comp) laws and requirements vary by state, but generally, any business that has employees must have workers’...
How to Avoid Hitting a Deer
Posted: December 5, 2024
Autumn is beautiful, but it also introduces some fall driving hazards… deer collisions being one of them. From October to December, mating and hunting season make deer go on the move. For drivers, that means you’re more likely to hit one. According to a 2022 study published in the journal Current Biology, about 2.1 million deer-vehicle collisions happen in the U.S. each year, causing more...
Winter Weather Preparedness for Small Businesses
Posted: December 4, 2024
Winter weather can take a heavy toll on small businesses. The risks posed by storms, slippery walkways, and power outages can lead to financial losses. Taking steps to prepare your company and employees for the winter season can minimize business disruptions and claims filed for slip-and-fall accidents. The best overall advice is to be proactive. Evaluate any risks on the property to determine where problems...