Muddy conditions can spring up any time of year, but they’re especially prevalent (and costly) in the spring. The risks to businesses are trifold, including loss of production, equipment issues, and potential for employee injuries.

According to The Economist, there are more than 4,000 food trucks in the U.S. and the numbers continue to rise. It’s amazing how $2 tacos or lattes can add up to a $1.6 billion dollar industry.

SECURA knows these unique businesses have unique risks, and our Specialty Lines coverage has a lot to offer these businesses.

Lexie Roffers provides her expertise on protecting your business

When you’re shopping for insurance for your construction contracting business, you have so many things to consider. Do I need an agent? What types of coverage do I need? What coverage do my customers expect me to have? Should I go with the lowest price or the best coverage?

The time to prepare for sickness is before germs hit your team. Illnesses can happen anytime, but flu season generally peaks between December and February, although it can stretch from October through May. Consider how you canprevent an outbreak and how you can respond quickly to limit the impact and costs to your business.

Did you know that falls are a leading cause of injury and death in the U.S.?

More than 9 million people are seen by medical providers each year for slip and fall accidents and related injuries, and one-fifth of falls cause serious bodily harm like a broken bone or head injury. Sadly, most are preventable and could have been avoided with proper preparation and training.

During winter weather conditions, the stakes are even higher with wet floors and icy surfaces. Businesses can help prevent slip and falls on two fronts—for associates and customers.