Without a doubt, one of the most important assets a commercial driver can have is a clean driving record. And, because a commercial driving license is federally regulated, professional drivers must meet higher driving standards than a typical driver. If you are a motor carrier, you know that having drivers with clean records is one Read the full article…
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Legal Issues for Pet Owners
The United States is a country of pet owners! In 2017, 68 percent of households owned pets, up from 56 percent in 1988. And, Americans don’t just OWN pets. They love them, with the Los Angeles Times saying that, “We’ll do just about anything to make our animal companions happy.” So, when a pet-related legal issue arises, this can Read the full article…
The Value of Voluntary Benefits for Brokers and Agents
The right time for voluntary benefits The demand for voluntary products that complement existing benefits is rising for a number of good reasons: Voluntary benefits help fill gaps for employers who want to make their benefits packages more attractive to potential employees. Employers are seeing a greater demand from a new generation of employees for Read the full article…
Legal Insurance Plans: A Smart Choice for Attorneys
Legal insurance plans have been on the market for decades, yet the opportunities they hold for attorneys may not be widely understood. As part of a voluntary benefits package, which employers are increasingly offering their employees, legal plans are an affordable way to make legal representation more accessible. With the growth in legal insurance plans Read the full article…
Legal Insurance Plans for Individuals
Why have a legal insurance plan? Financial difficulties are the chief causes of stress, per the American Psychological Association. Legal problems often lead to an undue burden on the finances of a household or individual, since there may be little choice but to hire an attorney for help in resolving legal matters. With a legal Read the full article…
Legal insurance: A voluntary employee benefit that’s good for employers
The effects of legal issues on the workplace The time away from work that employees may need to deal with legal concerns is understandable, but there can be additional effects in the workplace. Absenteeism, poor job performance and even higher healthcare costs can result when an employee is under the stress of a legal-related event. Read the full article…
CDL legal insurance: Roadworthy coverage for professional drivers
Anyone who gets behind the wheel could find themselves facing driving-related legal issues, but for commercial drivers, the stakes can be unusually high. Due to stringent regulations on both drivers and carriers, traffic violations can result in fines, license suspension or revocation, or even a loss of a driver’s livelihood. To help keep drivers on Read the full article…