Author: Jillian Bender-Cormier

Let’s Be Blunt: Legal Changes Coming for Employment Practices & Marijuana Use

By: Alison Bender, Select Commercial Lines Account Executive Currently in CA, employers may “prohibit the illegal use of drugs and the use of alcohol at the workplace by all employees”. What about…

What Is Parametric Insurance?

Extreme weather events have made insurance companies leery of offering coverage in disaster-prone areas. But insurance is necessary, and businesses are paying more for fewer coverage options in many locations and industries….

It’s Time To Talk To Your Employees About Suicide

Suicide is a difficult topic. But having those hard conversations could make all the difference for your employees. According to the human resources association SHRM, four out of five deaths by suicide…

California Snowmelt May Cause Flooding: A Letter from the State Fund

This year’s historic snowpack is predicted to cause severe flooding throughout the state as temperatures rise and snow begins to melt, causing reservoirs to release water in anticipation of the runoff. Flooding…

What Can an Independent Insurance Agent Do for Your Business?

With a growing market of digital insurance products, you may be tempted to move away from working with an independent insurance agent. You might think it will save you time or money…

Change Management Is About Overcoming Obstacles

The only constant is change. In the business world, this is more than a saying. Change management — the process of preparing for, delivering and following through on new business objectives, products…

Are You Covered if Personal Items Are Stolen From Your Vehicle?

A vehicle break-in can happen when you least expect it, even in your own neighborhood. Approaching your car and seeing shattered glass from a broken window is unsettling and scary. You’re left…

Are You Guilty of “Quiet Promotions”?

Quick question: Would you like to do more work for no additional pay and no recognition? It’s easy to see why the question isn’t asked in those terms. But the practice is…

Review Your Beneficiaries

Having a current and properly executed will is an important part of estate planning. That having been said, wills need to go through the probate process, which can be time-consuming. Assets with…

Inexpensive Solutions To Improve Your Employees’ Mental Health

The mental health of employees consistently ranks as the biggest challenge facing businesses today. According to a report from the Office of the U.S. Surgeon General: 76% of employees report at least…