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Navigating Professional Liability in the Construction Industry

By Business Insurance, From the Experts
In the evolving landscape of construction, contractors often find themselves providing professional advice, straddling the line between design and construction. This shift has led to an increased exposure to professional liability, necessitating a closer look at Contractor’s Professional Liability Insurance.   General liability insurance covers bodily injury or property damage resulting from negligence, but what about financial damages caused by negligent professional advice? That's where professional liability insurance comes in handy. (more…)
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Navigating Labor Challenges in Manufacturing: A Holistic Approach

By Business Insurance, From the Experts, Risk Solutions
The manufacturing sector is facing a significant labor challenge due to an aging workforce, skills gap, and gender disparity. To tackle these issues and ensure long-term sustainability, a holistic approach is necessary. At Kapnick, we understand the importance of addressing labor challenges comprehensively, and we have solutions. (more…)
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Unlocking Industry Insights: The 2023 Manufacturing Benchmark Report

By Business Insurance, Insurance, Insurance Update
Navigating the intricate landscape of the manufacturing industry, especially when it comes to risk management, requires a deep understanding and specialized coverage solutions. Here's where Kapnick Insurance shines. As part of our ongoing commitment to provide industry-specific insights, we're excited to share our 2023 Manufacturing Benchmark Report. (more…)
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Strengthening Safety and Mitigating Risks: Solutions Amid Michigan’s Overruling of Open and Obvious Defense in Slip and Fall Litigation

By Business Insurance, Legislative Updates, Risk Solutions
In a landmark decision, the Michigan Supreme Court has recently overruled decades of case law regarding the open and obvious defense in slip and fall litigation. This ruling has far-reaching implications for property owners, as it eliminates a commonly used defense strategy. It is crucial for business leaders to understand the implications of this decision and take proactive steps to address the issue. Kapnick can help. (more…)
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Implications of Michigan Supreme Court Overruling Open and Obvious

By Business Insurance, Risk Solutions
The recent ruling by the Michigan Supreme Court to eliminate the open and obvious defense in premises liability cases has significant implications for property owners. This ruling removes a common defense used to avoid liability, potentially leading to more cases being filed and higher litigation expenses for property owners. To prevent financial losses in premises liability cases, property owners need to take proactive steps and implement effective safety measures. Here's what you need to do: Conduct regular inspections and maintenance checks on all areas of your property, both inside and outside. Proactively identify potential hazards through regular assessments to address…
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Unlock Insights with Our 2023 Construction Benchmark Report

By Business Insurance, Insurance, Insurance Update
As a business owner, you know that the decisions you make can have significant impacts on your success. That's why we have exciting news to share! Our latest industry-specific benchmark report focuses on the purchasing decisions of insurance buyers in construction, and we've just released our benchmark report for 2023. The construction industry generates $1.3 trillion of economic activity annually and employs almost 8 million people. As we navigate the uncertain economic climate, knowledge is power. In 2021, overall construction spending increased by 7 percent, while residential construction spending decreased this year. Infrastructure spending has seen an uptick-- thanks in…
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