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Tools, Equipment, and Trip Hazards: Common General Liability Claims Explained

A finish carpenter leans a stack of trim against the only open wall in a…

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Working on Occupied Properties: Liability Exposures Contractors Underestimate

A contractor remodeling a kitchen while the family still lives in the house is doing…

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Low-Dollar Projects, High-Frequency Claims: A General Liability Reality

Imagine a tile setter books 180 bathroom jobs in a year. Each one takes a…

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Jobsite Access Issues: Liability Risks From Homeowners, Tenants & Third Parties

A contractor renovating an occupied condo building stacks materials in a shared hallway at the…

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When Minor Jobs Turn Into Major Claims: General Liability Risks in Small Repair Work

Small repair jobs can look straightforward on paper. A patching job here, a door rehang…

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How Contract Language Can Expand or Limit General Liability Exposure

A contractor’s biggest liability issue may not come from the jobsite. It may come from…

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Top 5 Insurance Mistakes New Contractors Make — and How Brokers Can Help

Starting a contracting business is an exciting venture — filled with new clients, new projects,…

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Unique Liability Risks for Independent Contractors in Rural Areas

Independent contractors in rural communities work against a backdrop of wide-open spaces, unpredictable terrain, and…

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5 Finish Carpentry Mistakes That Can Lead to Liability Claims

Precision is the mark of a skilled finish carpenter — it’s why people hire them…

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Liability Exposures for Window Cleaning Contractors

The window cleaning industry is riding the wave of a broader property maintenance boom, as…

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Insurance for HVAC Businesses: What Does General Liability Insurance Cover?

The U.S. heating, ventilation, and air conditioning industry is home to more than 117,000 businesses,…

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Beyond the Basics: Insurance for Plumbers Working on Smart Systems

Smart home technology has moved beyond lighting and thermostats. Today, many plumbing contractors are being…

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