By Sue C. Quimby, CPCU, AU, CIC, CPIW, DAE – Assistant Vice President/Media Editor Aggressive driving, also known as road rage, is becoming an increasingly more common occurrence, and too often leads to accidents, injuries and even death. Most people probably do not realize that road rage accidents are often excluded from coverage under a […]
By Sue C. Quimby, CPCU, AU, CIC, CPIW, DAE – Assistant Vice President/Media Editor υAs the baby boomer generation retires, and life expectancies increase, many have questions about whether they will have enough money to last throughout their golden years. Health care and nursing home costs can be substantial. In many cases, gone are the […]
By Sue C. Quimby, CPCU, AU, CIC, CPIW, DAE – Assistant Vice President/Media Editor The Internet of Things (IoT) is a term used to describe everyday objects that are connected to the Internet. Gone are the days when “high tech” meant a remote control for your tv or garage door. “Smart” technology offers convenience, energy, […]
By Sue C. Quimby, CPCU, AU, CIC, CPIW, DAE – Assistant Vice President/Media Editor – MSO, Inc. Whether the groundhog does or doesn’t see his shadow, spring will arrive before long. With warming temperatures come potential hazards to your insureds. Helping clients navigate and prepare for the issues that come with the spring thaw is […]
By Sue C. Quimby, CPCU, AU, CIC, CPIW, DAE – Assistant Vice President/Media Editor Winter weather means potentially hazardous travel conditions, leading to injuries and property damage. The winter driving hazard impacts all types of clients, from individuals to major corporations, including lost wages, reduced productivity and out of service personal and business vehicles due […]
MSO, Inc. (The Mutual Service Office, Inc.) is pleased to announce the addition of Karen S. Fulton (pictured right) to its board. Ms. Fulton is the retired President and CEO of ARI Insurance Company (an Amtrust Caompany), and its predecessor, ARI Mutual Insurance Company. She previously served as Vice President and Controller of American Reliance […]
By Sue C. Quimby, CPCU, AU, CIC, CPIW, DAE – Assistant Vice President/Media Editor Any client who does business with the public, especially online, is exposed to various types of fraud. It is interesting to note that not all fraud is planned or intended. No matter the type of fraud, it has a significant impact […]
By Sue C. Quimby, CPCU, AU, CIC, CPIW, DAE – Assistant Vice President/Media Editor With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, loss control and risk management may be relegated to the back burner for small business owners. However, this is exactly the time when such practices are most needed. Helping clients understand and […]
By Sue C. Quimby, CPCU, AU, CIC, CPIW, DAE – Assistant Vice President/Media Editor Increasing efficiency and safety should be key components of any business plan. Ergonomics, the science of fitting the job to the worker, helps lessen muscle fatigue, increases productivity and reduces the number and severity of work-related injuries. While most often associated […]
By Sue C. Quimby, CPCU, AU, CIC, CPIW, DAE – Assistant Vice President/Media Editor A safe workplace is a basic right of every employee. Protecting employees against injury, and ensuring that they have proper medical coverage in the event of an accident, is a primary responsibility of every business owner, from the small contractor to […]
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