The job outlook for construction managers today is a product of the complex interplay between market demand, regulatory changes, and technological advancements. The construction industry has always been subject to ebbs and flows, influenced by... (Read More)

Working in the construction industry is a dangerous job. Workers are often at risk of falling from heights or being injured by equipment. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, "Falls remain the leading cause of... (Read More)

Being a successful contractor is not an easy task, especially considering the mitigating factors in today's construction industry, including a labor shortage of skilled employees, long days, and hazardous working conditions. Construction is a dirty... (Read More)

Longer days, heavier workloads, and high temperatures are here. And each year, heat and higher temperatures bring an added level of risk to construction sites in the form of dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke. Workers who haven't consumed... (Read More)

Cyber attacks on businesses and organizations have become so common, that they often don't gain media attention. However, they do gain the attention of the business attacked—and that business's clients and customers who are impacted. | You... (Read More)

Spring is a wonderful time of renewal. However, spring is also known as the season of flooding and can bring torrential rains. With excessive rain comes flood damage to homes and businesses. According to data from the U.S. Geological Survey... (Read More)

Deadlines are a hard reality in the construction industry. Contractors often face adverse working conditions and may be forced to deal with harsh temperatures, inclement weather, and long work hours, but this is necessary when faced with... (Read More)

If you own a contracting business, you're at risk for lawsuits. That's why we offer a Construction General Liability insurance program for general and trade/artisan contractors. The coverage, designed for work on both residential and commercial... (Read More)

Floods can occur without warning for homeowners regardless of location and time of year. As FEMA notes, "Flood season is year-round." And it is important to note that you do not have to live in a flood zone to experience flood damage: "Anywhere it... (Read More)

If data security, online privacy, and identity theft aren't top concerns in your organization, they should be. More today than ever before, hackers are using sophisticated efforts to steal information from companies and to commit identity theft... (Read More)