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Strong Carrier Relationships: Why They Matter in Transportation Insurance

By Business Insurance
Insurance in the transportation industry can be complex. Whether you run trucking, towing, logistics, or fuel operations, every mile on the road carries risk. That’s why who your broker works with matters. At Kapnick, we’ve built strong relationships with top transportation-focused carriers so our clients get the best coverage, pricing, and support. Industry Expertise You Can Trust Our carrier partners understand transportation inside and out. They know the risks involved and build policies that actually protect your business, including: Auto liability Physical damage Cargo / bailee liability Environmental or spill exposure (if applicable) This prevents costly coverage gaps. Customized Insurance…
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Alternative Funding for Transportation: Cut Costs, Control Risk

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Transportation companies face unique challenges and risks. It’s crucial to explore innovative funding strategies to enhance insurance solutions. Alternate funding in business insurance offers advantages tailored to the transportation and logistics industry. For carriers and operators across modes, customized insurance that addresses operational hazards matters. Here’s a quick look at how alternate funding benefits transportation companies: Cost Efficiency Big Savings: Alternate funding can significantly reduce insurance premiums, allowing transportation companies to reinvest savings back into operations, safety, and growth. Risk-Based Premiums: By reviewing past incidents and risk profiles, transportation businesses can secure more competitive premium rates. Enhanced Control and Flexibility…
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Why Transportation Premiums Keep Rising — and What You Can Do About It

By Business Insurance, Insurance
Each renewal cycle, transportation businesses face a familiar challenge: rising insurance premiums. Even with strong safety records, minimal losses, and disciplined operations, many see auto rates climb 5–15% annually. Why? It’s not just you. Repair costs, larger claim settlements, nuclear verdicts, and inflation are reshaping the market. While you can’t control those forces, you can control how your insurance program is built.
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Auto Insurance – Cutting Fleet Costs for Cannabis Transportation

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The Hidden Costs of Cannabis Fleet Insurance Cannabis businesses face unique challenges when it comes to vehicle insurance. From secure transport vehicles to delivery fleets, the specialized nature of cannabis operations requires insurance solutions that standard carriers simply can't provide effectively. Substantial Savings for Secure Transport Operations At Kapnick Insurance Group, we've developed resources and carrier relationships that can lower your fleet costs by up to $6,000 per secure transport or company vehicle. This isn't just about finding cheaper coverage—it's about finding the right coverage at the right price. Secure Transport Insurance Challenges Most insurance providers don't understand the unique…
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Specialty Lines & M&A Support – Navigating Cannabis Transactions

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Blog Post 4: Specialty Lines & M&A Support - Navigating Cannabis Transactions The M&A Boom in Michigan Cannabis Michigan's cannabis industry is experiencing rapid merger, acquisition and divestiture activity. Unfortunately, much of this activity recently is being forced as a result of difficult market conditions due to extremely low cannabis pricing from oversupply and the future prospect of a significant increase in the State excise tax.  As a result, financially distressed cannabis businesses are facing bankruptcies, liquidations and receiverships at an unprecedented pace.  With significant opportunistic capital flowing into the market, operators are buying, selling, and consolidating quickly, often at…
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Safety & Risk Support – Reducing Claims Through Hands-On Prevention

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Beyond Coverage: Proactive Risk Management for Cannabis Operations At Kapnick Insurance Group, we believe the best claims are the ones that never happen. That's why we work hand-in-hand with site managers to implement practical safety measures that keep claims low and insurance costs down—without adding operational burden to your business. Real-World Safety Solutions That Make a Difference Our risk management approach focuses on the everyday realities of cannabis operations. Working with safety expert Amy Dekeyser, we've identified common workplace hazards that can be easily prevented with the right knowledge and tools. Preventing Repetitive Strain Injuries The Problem: Many cannabis facilities…
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Market Expertise – Your Trusted Partner in Cannabis Insurance

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Why Market Expertise Matters in Cannabis Insurance The cannabis industry operates in a unique regulatory landscape where standard insurance approaches simply don't work. At Kapnick Insurance Group, we've built our reputation by understanding the intricate needs of Michigan's cannabis operators and delivering specialized solutions that protect your business at every level. Working with Michigan's Largest Cannabis Operators Our extensive experience spans across Michigan's cannabis ecosystem. We work with the largest operators in the state, from multi-facility cultivators to expansive retail chains. This breadth of experience has given us unparalleled insights into the challenges facing businesses of all sizes in this…
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Beyond the Policy: How Proactive Risk Management Protects Your Bottom Line

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Insurance is often seen as a safety net—something you buy and hope you never have to use. But what if you could do more than just prepare for the worst? What if you could actively prevent losses before they happen? At Kapnick, we believe that the most effective insurance program is one that’s paired with a proactive risk management strategy. Our consultative approach goes beyond simply finding you a policy. We partner with you to identify, mitigate, and control risks, which not only makes your properties safer but also makes your business more attractive to insurers. This leads to better…
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The New Wave of Exclusions: Navigating Loan Restrictions and Liability Gaps

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For property owners, securing insurance has always been about managing risk. But today, a new set of challenges is complicating the landscape, making it harder to obtain the coverage needed to satisfy loan requirements and protect assets. Two emerging trends are causing significant concern: stringent new Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac insurance requirements and insurance carriers adding exclusions for abuse and molestation, assault & battery, and firearms/weapons. a surge in exclusions for abuse, assault, battery, and firearms. These issues are not just minor policy adjustments; they represent a fundamental shift that can leave property owners uninsured for critical risks or…
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Navigating the Persistent Storm in Casualty and Umbrella Insurance

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While the property market shows signs of relief, the forecast for, general liability (GL), and umbrella insurance remains challenging. Business owners continue to face a relentlessly hard market characterized by rising premiums, stringent underwriting, and a growing list of coverage exclusions. In this environment, securing comprehensive and affordable liability protection is more difficult—and more critical—than ever. The pressures are coming from all sides. "Social inflation" continues to drive up the frequency and severity of large claims, leading to multi-million-dollar "nuclear" verdicts. As a result, insurers are taking a defensive stance, limiting the amount of risk they are willing to take…
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