Professional Indemnity Insurance and Quality Risk Management Is Essential for SMEs

Gaining a competitive advantage can remain the major focus for SME professionals who protect themselves appropriately. Risk management can save a business a lot of hassle and finance, whereas professional indemnity (PI) cover can cushion the blow of the sometimes unavoidable issues and incidents. Health and safety protocol, regular inspections, training programmes for staff - risk management can seem like a complex process. All managers need to consider risk management as a fundamental component to the day to day running of their business. If it is neglected, insurance premiums can rise and employers can be held liable for all...

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Effective Ways to Reduce Workers' Compensation Claims and Related Costsf

Workers' compensation insurance safeguards the employees, injured in the course of employment. In many states of US, it is a mandatory policy and is required by every company with employees. Despite of all the preventive measures, instances of workplace injuries are increasing every year, forcing the business owners to spend huge amounts on compensation claims. According to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), nearly 3.1 million non-fatal workplace injuries and illnesses were reported among private industry employers in 2010. Hence, it is necessary for every employer to implement effective safety measures, not only to reduce...

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