Cyber Liability has become a hot topic due to high profile cyberattacks. Increasing awareness has fueled demand for cyber liability insurance and the number of insurance carriers writing coverage has increased. Since there is no standardized policy form, comparing the policy forms to identify key coverage differences is important for the architect to make an…
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Understanding Property Insurance
Design firms should understand the need for proper insurance to cover the loss or damage to their firm’s real and business personal property. This publication is for general information only. It is not legal advice and should not be construed to define the coverage of the Victor and CNA property insurance policy. Consultation with local…
Read MoreUnderstanding Commercial General Liability
Commercial General Liability (CGL) insurance is an important coverage for any business. Understanding this coverage is an important first step in managing CGL risks. This publication is for general information only. It is not legal advice and should not be construed to define the coverage of the Victor and CNA commercial general liability insurance policy.…
Read MoreBusiness Owners Insurance: FAQs
This FAQ on Business Owners Insurance (BOP) will answer pressing questions such as: What is Business Owners Insurance? Who is eligible for property and casualty coverage? What is the minimum premium for BOP policies? And more
Read MoreHow Effective Risk Management Training Can Address Potential Indicators of Risk
When weighing the risks of design and construction professionals, professional liability underwriters typically look at indicators such as a firm’s size, billings, geographic location, clients, professional services provided, and project types. Actuaries collect data on these claims indicators that help predict a firm’s risk exposure. Victor conducted a study to determine what additional factors, besides…
Read MoreSelecting Professional Liability Insurance and a Broker
When you are awake at night worrying whether or not your proposal to a prospective client for an RFQ will be good enough–the last thing you need to worry about is whether or not your professional liability insurance is adequate and whether it will protect you for the work you just proposed. According to various…
Read MoreDo you know which business type is right for you?
Do you know which business type is right for you? States generally allow businesses to operate as sole proprietorships, partnerships, corporations, and limited liability companies (LLC), and some have variations on these basic business types such as professional corporations and limited liability partnerships. Each business type serves a specific purpose, situation, or concern relating to…
Read MoreSafe Driving at Night
By Katrina Brown Hunt It’s not just paranoia: Driving at night is actually more dangerous. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, fatal accidents are three times more likely at night compared with the daytime–but here are 12 tips that could help reduce your risk. The main reason that NHTSA finds driving at night is…
Read MoreClosing the Gap
When you determine how much income you’ll need in retirement, you may base your projection on the lifestyle that you plan to have and when you want to retire. However, as you grow closer to retirement, you may discover that your retirement income won’t meet your needs. So what do you do then? If you…
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