The end of the year company holiday party may be one of the most anticipated events of the year for your company. Secret Santa traditions, ugly holiday sweaters, or simply unwinding and celebrating the end of a busy year – everyone has their reasons to enjoy the company party, but as the business owner, you should know it’s not without its risks, either.
Ever heard the expression, “You get what you pay for?” No one wants to pay more than they have to for anything, including auto insurance, but cheap insurance can cost you in the long run. Saving money on your monthly premiums by being underinsured won’t help you if you’re involved in an accident. The money you saved will be gone in a flash while you’re forced to pay out-of-pocket for big expenses.
In North Carolina alone, one in 58 children fall somewhere on the autism spectrum, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC). Starting next year, many of those children will now have better access to health care through their insurance providers.
Governor Pat McCrory signed a bill in Charlotte on Thursday, October 15 that will require most insurance plans to cover certain treatments for autism. This is good news for families affected by autism, as well as autism advocates in the community.
The year is winding down and the holiday fun is ramping up. Before everyone get’s lost in the hot cocoa, tinsel, and gift-giving whirlwind of the season, we wanted to take a moment to pause and reflect. Thanksgiving is just around the corner – let’s remember what the current season is for – being thankful.
Whether it’s pizza, tacos, or gourmet meals, food trucks of all shapes, sizes, and cuisines are popping up across the country. Comparatively low overhead, an exciting new trend, and bringing a restaurant directly to the people are just some of the reasons food trucks are pulling into parking lots everywhere.
The Charlotte Food Truck scene is growing. Thinking of starting your own? Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself, your future customers, and your dream business.
Every six months when your auto insurance renews, it probably seems like the price inches up a little higher. Then – BAM – out of no where, the cost went up significantly, and you’re left scratching your head.
You may have any one of a dozen reasons not to have health insurance. It’s too expensive. You’re young and healthy. You don’t like insurance or doctors. Pick a reason, any reason, and anyone without health insurance can tell you why they haven’t purchased a policy. The biggest reason, though, is often the cost of the premiums or the deductible.
Those reasons are all understandable, but there are some very good reasons why you can’t afford not to have health insurance. With increased fees and exposure to risk, not having health insurance can and will get very expensive, very quickly.
Divorces aren’t fun for anyone. Your marriage is over, even though you thought it would last forever. Life as you know it has changed forever, and it can take a while to get your bearings and figure out what to do next. Your insurance coverage may not be the first thing on your mind once you file for divorce or even after it’s finalized. Not taking care of your insurance can bring on other, bigger headaches if something happens to you, your home, or your vehicle, though. Take a look at what you’ll need to keep in mind for every type of insurance you carry.
In early 2015, the White Lodging Services Corporation, a franchisee of hotels including Marriott properties based in Indiana, reported a seven month long cyber breach. It’s every hotel owners worst nightmare. Following a malware issue they believed had been corrected, the point of sale systems for food and beverage locations at 10 properties were insecure and fell victim to a cyber breach. The names, credit card numbers, expiration dates, and security codes from credit card purchases were obtained in the breach. The company was not completely blind to the need for security measures.
When your business is growing, it’s often necessary to bring on extra help to make sure that you don’t fall behind. The use of independent contractors can definitely help fill this need but it can come with some risk. How exactly will hiring independent contractors affect your workers compensation insurance policy?
