Liability from Aquaculture Gear

What happens if someone runs into my equipment? We receive this question often from our seafood clients, especially oyster growers. Every claim is different, but let’s assume a recreational boater ran into... read more →

April 28, 2015
Business Insurance, Seafood Industry Insurance

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Eighty percent of American drivers believe hands-free devices are safer than handheld. That is not the case. More than thirty studies show hands-free devices are no better since the brain... read more →

April 13, 2015
Business Insurance, Public Transportation (NEMT, Taxi, Limo)

Staffing agency temp worker operating a forklift.

Staffing Agency Professional Liability Insurance | Bankers Insurance

Applicable to ALL Staffing Agencies Every staffing agency should consider their need for professional liability insurance. It is no longer only for agencies staffing lawyers, nurses, accountants, or architects,... read more →

March 27, 2015
Business Insurance, Staffing Agencies

Boat Insurance | Jones Act Insurance | Protection & Indemnity, Part 3

Part 1 | Part 2 | Part 3 A Primer Many of our clients in various seafood businesses are curious, confused, and/or concerned about the Jones Act and how it... read more →

February 25, 2015
Business Insurance, Seafood Industry Insurance

Staffing agency temporary worker in office setting.

Hidden Staffing Agency Liability | Bankers Insurance

Most staffing agencies' insurance policies do not cover liability associated with job duties of their temps/employees. One of the most misunderstood policies a staffing agency has is also... read more →

February 3, 2015
Business Insurance, Staffing Agencies

Non Emergency Medical Transportation, Taxi, Limo Breakdown Safety

Automobile Breakdown Safety | Bankers Insurance

A few safety tips to keep you and your passengers safe. Advance Planning for a breakdown is the first step toward safety. Some of these suggestions may help avoid a breakdown altogether. Perform... read more →

February 3, 2015
Business Insurance, Public Transportation (NEMT, Taxi, Limo)

Insuring Seafood Stock | Bankers Insurance

Oysters, clams, or other live seafood may be excluded from your insurance. Certain kinds of seafood are live when sold - oysters and clams top the list. Most standard insurance... read more →

November 19, 2014
Business Insurance, Seafood Industry Insurance

Dock, Wharf, Pier, and Bulkhead Insurance | Bankers Insurance

Supporting seafood growers, harvesters, processors, packers, wholesalers, retailers, shippers, restaurants, and anyone in between. Many seafood-related businesses own a dock or bulkhead. If your business is one, you realize they... read more →

September 12, 2014
Business Insurance, Seafood Industry Insurance

Night time "MAKE DRIVING YOUR PRIORITY" reminder caution message on an expressway.

Avoiding a Collision

Safe driving should be the first priority of all drivers. Common sense and remembering the basics helps prevent collisions, injuries, and save time and money. Safe driving habits directly affect... read more →

August 27, 2014
Business Insurance, Personal Insurance (Home, Auto), Public Transportation (NEMT, Taxi, Limo)