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When No One’s Home: Understanding Roleof Vacancy Insurance

Triple-I: Homeowners Insurance

Worters, Vice President, Media Relations, Triple-I Vacant homes often carry more risk than meets the eye. Without anyone home to detect the issue, water had leaked for days possibly weeks causing severe damage to ceilings, walls, flooring, heating and electrical systems. By Loretta L. The estimated cost of repairs exceeded $60,000.

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The Hidden Costs of a Bad Hire: Why Employers Can’t Afford to Ignore Hiring Risks

AMAXX

In fact, bad hires aren’t just a performance issuethey are a financial and legal liability , particularly in industries where physical labor increases the risk of injury. Here’s why employers must start treating hiring as a risk management function , and what they can do to mitigate the hidden costs.

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Contractor Insurance is Essential for Home Improvements

Boyle Agency Insurance

Imagine a scenario where a contractor accidentally damages your property or a worker gets injured while working on your home. It ensures that the contractor is financially equipped to handle damages or injuries that may occur on-site. This is crucial as it prevents you from being held responsible for workplace injuries.

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Storm Damage Costs Are Often a Mystery. That’s a Problem for Understanding Risk

Insurance Journal

According to the federal storm events database, there were no injuries, but it caused $10,000 in property … 5, 2025, at about 2:35 in the afternoon, the first severe hailstorm of the season dropped quarter-size hail in Chatham, Mississippi.

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New Triple-I Issue Brief Puts the Spotlight on Georgia’s Insurance Affordability Crisis

Triple-I: Homeowners Insurance

This brief provides an overview of how several factors, including skyrocketing costs from litigation, pose risks to coverage affordability, availability, and other potential economic outcomes for Georgia residents. Injury claim severity in the state is slightly higher than in the rest of the country.

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How to Prevent Workplace Injuries and Reduce Workers’ Compensation Claims

Mark Jackson Insurance Agency

Crutches leaning against a wall by Anna Shvets Workplace injuries affect more than just your team. For business owners, preventing injuries is key to protecting employees, maintaining productivity, and minimizing workers compensation claims. Training is another effective tool for injury prevention.

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​W​hy Business insurance?

Shield Insurance Agency

Business insurance protects you/your business against various risks and potential financial losses that can arise from unexpected events or claims. Peace of Mind Knowing your business is protected against various risks reduces stress for business owners, allowing you to focus on growth and operations.