5 Ways Mindfulness May Increase Productivity for Your Small Business

Long associated with meditation and relaxation, the practice of mindfulness has become more mainstream in recent years. And, with...

Taking Your Small Business Virtual During COVID-19

With the COVID-19 outbreak, small businesses and their customers are facing unprecedented challenges. While caution must certainly be exercised,...

Distracted Walking Dangers

Distracted walking is becoming a major safety concern. In 2017, almost 6,000 pedestrians were killed. Causes of Distracted Walking Interestingly, the rise in distracted walking...

Comfort tips for computer users (home office and on the road)

It is important for employees to apply good ergonomic practices even when they are not in a traditional office...

Trending Issues in Worker Risks Associated with Increased Telecommuting

  Many employers have quickly responded to the calls of social distancing to reduce the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19)...

Loss prevention tips for vacant buildings

When properties are left vacant or are unoccupied, there are proactive steps that should be taken to help prevent...

Stop Losing Money: 3 Risks to Your Business Inventory

For many small businesses (especially retailers), inventory is a large portion of working capital investment and the company's equity....

​How to Practice Electrical Safety During Flooding

On average, more deaths occur in the U.S. each year from flooding than from any other type of natural disaster. While the...

Post COVID-19: Preparing Your Small Business to Reopen

Many small businesses have been hard hit by COVID-19. It's not clear yet how long the pandemic will last,...

Prevent Construction Equipment Theft

Construction equipment theft can be a big financial hit for a business, with long-lasting repercussions like loss of productivity,...

Preparing Your Property for Employees, Tenants and Patrons During and After the COVID-19 Pandemic

As you begin to reopen or reestablish your business during the COVID-19 pandemic, you need to ensure your property...

Cleaning and Disinfecting During and After a Pandemic

*This document is intended for facilities outside the health care industry. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, it is crucial to...

What to Do After the Storm

Whether you are a homeowner or business owner, hurricanes can leave you vulnerable to major losses, since most home...

5 Key Questions To Ask Before Hiring A Home Inspector

Home buying is nothing if not a process. From applying for a mortgage to perusing the Internet and attending open...

How to Keep Rodents from Entering Your Home

With more than 1500 species of rodents cataloged, rodents comprise more than two-thirds of all the mammals on earth. The...

Tips to Help Address the Impact of Unexpected Property Shutdowns

During this unprecedented time, many businesses are beginning to close their doors to the public or shut down entirely....

COVID-19: Adapting and Preparing Your Business for Change

The COVID-19 pandemic has quickly changed our world, and small business owners across the nation are working to adapt...

Heat Illness Prevention

BEAT THE HEAT. The soaring temperatures in the summer can pose risks to your health, including dehydration and heat stroke. Heat...

PREVENT THE SPREADING OF CORONAVIRUS

Travel restrictions and bans are in effect across the globe, with a strong advisory to cancel non-essential travel. To...

COVID-19: Financial Resources for Small Businesses

A number of new measures are designed to provide financial relief to small businesses and their employees affected by...

​Hailstorms are more common than the average person might think

Hailstorms are more common than the average person might think. In fact, almost 9 million claims for hail losses occurred within...

Stop Distracted Driving: Grooming

Putting on makeup and other grooming while driving can take our eyes off the road for longer than we...

Stop Distracted Driving

Texting and driving can be distracting, even if you think you’re only taking your eyes off the road for...

How Crumple Zones Work

This may be a hard concept to accept but, despite what your intuition tells you, you may want a...

Staying Safe in Work Zone Traffic

Roadwork can be frustrating, but it is a necessary fact of life for all drivers, whether you drive for...

The Science of Traffic Patterns

  Some traffic scenarios seem to defy logic, such as how roundabouts can actually be more efficient than traditional intersections,...

FLOODING IS ALWAYS IN SEASON

Your property could be at risk, and a flood insurance policy could help. Learn More        

How Do Hurricanes Develop?

Stretching from June to the end of November, some of the most damaging storms that Mother Nature has to...

Is it Better to Lease or Buy a Car?

  While many consumers want to own the cars they drive, some prefer leasing vehicles that may have lower monthly payments...

Choosing a Family Vehicle: SUV or Minivan?

  When it comes to choosing a vehicle for your family, many see it as a choice between a Sports...

Tips for Handling a Tire Blowout

For many drivers, there is nothing more frightening or potentially dangerous than a tire blowout at almost any speed....

4 Things to Consider Before Buying a Hybrid Car

Hybrid gasoline-electric cars offer great fuel efficiency, but sales have suffered in recent years because of low gas prices. Decreasing...

Car Maintenance Checklist

  New, old, owned or leased — a regular maintenance routine can help protect the value, enjoyment and safety of your...

How to Detail Your Car in 9 Steps

Having your car detailed takes work but can be rewarding — every inch looks clean and shiny, like a...

Should I Buy a New or Used Car?

Before you decide whether to buy a new or used car, it's important to consider the reasons you're making...

How to Choose Car Insurance in 4 Steps

Because there are so many companies selling car insurance, sorting through all the choices to find the right policy for...

Are you driving under the influence of your phone?

Are you driving under the influence of your phone? While there are many distractions on the road today, your mobile...

Are Your Employees Driving Distracted? | Distracted Driving Awareness

An employee driving distracted can cost your company millions - and put lives at risk.

Forms of Distraction | Distracted Driving Awareness

Drivers using hand-held or hands-free mobile devices are 4x more likely to get in a crash. Being aware of...

Defensive Driving Safety Tips

When you get behind the wheel of a car, you become responsible for the safety of all its occupants....

Encouraging Driver Health & Wellness for Businesses

The most dangerous leg of your employee’s next business trip might be their 4 a.m. drive to the airport....

Helping to Keep Your Drivers Safe in Dangerous Conditions

Fall and winter driving conditions can be prime time for accidents involving skidding or losing control. Ice and snow...

4 Summer Driving Hazards to Be Aware Of

While the winter season is often associated with risky driving conditions, summer has its own risks. From road construction...

Put My Home in Vacation Mode

No house sitter? Smart tech can help keep your house safer. See how the CNET Smart Home®, sponsored by...

Dryer, Dryer Pants on Fire: Dryer-Safety Tips

Dryers are among the least-discussed fire threats in the home, but can be a major risk when not properly monitored...

​What's the Best Day to Buy Gasoline?

For many families, buying fuel for their vehicles plays a major role in determining their monthly budgets. If gasoline...

5 Car Safety Features You Might Not Be Using

Automobile manufacturers in the U.S. and elsewhere have been highly focused on creating and deploying more advanced safety features in their...

What Should You Do at the Scene of a Car Accident?

Being involved in an auto accident can be a trying experience ‒ mentally, emotionally and financially. Knowing the proper...

Road Rage Avoidance and Safety Tips

Auto accidents are the number-two cause of injury-related deaths in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control. What...

Drowsy Driving: How to Stay Alert

When you’re tired, your mind and body both slow down. Your physical coordination is lessened and reflexes are slowed,...

Is Your Vehicle on Tech Overload?

Distracted driving accounts on average for nine deaths and 1,000 injuries each day in the United States. While a portion of...

Apple & Google "Do Not Disturb" Safety Feature Limits Phone Use While Driving

Nine Americans die each day and more than 1,000 are injured due to drivers being distracted by a mobile...

Distracted Driving Safety Tips

With the rise of mobile device usage, distracted driving is a significant problem. Here's a look at some alarming...

All Roads are Not Created Equal: Tips for Rural vs. Urban Driving

Nancy Dunham Many drivers believe their behind-the-wheel skills smoothly shift between rural and urban driving.  Your driver’s license and years...

Pros and Cons of Buying a House Now

When an unexpected natural disaster or state or local emergency interrupts your plans to start house hunting, all is...

7 Family Activities You Can Do While You're Working From Home During the Coronavirus Pandemic

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to compel millions of Americans to shelter in place and work from home (WFH)...

6 Home Organizing Projects to Keep Your Children Busy While You're Working From Home During COVID-19

While many of us are adjusting to social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic, parents are juggling their daily work...