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Changing insurance carriers, agents or brokers might seem like a quick fix for high premium rates, but it may end up costing your business more in the long run. A lot goes into a policy based on which carrier a business chooses. Here are eight considerations you’ll want to consider before making the switch.

The future of your fleet relies on drivers remaining focused and safe on the roads. If the unthinkable happens and there is a crash, you must have a defensible policy in place. Here are four ways to protect your business from claims and keep your drivers from being distracted.

Here are 3 contractor risks to keep in mind and the best practices that can keep you ahead of the pack.

IAT has expanded its Inland Marine business unit with the addition of three new underwriters – Amy Glovik, Greg Chesebro and Lori Aldinger.

Brokers need to keep in mind the five M’s that underwriters are looking for when submitting an account for consideration. Here are four best practices brokers should implement to secure the best aviation coverage for their insureds.

Don’t wait until a storm is baring down to secure your property, do it now. Here are six items to knock off your checklist before a storm hits.

Although highway safety comes down to situations and driver actions on the road, trucking companies can play an essential role in providing drivers with the physical and psychological tools they need to deal safely with adverse situations that arise. Increasing driver safety will ultimately help companies retain safe drivers.

For many years, the construction industry has avoided the cyberthreat spotlight because of the appeal of other industries and large companies storing larger volumes of sensitive and therefore lucrative data. But this lack of attention from bad actors may be lulling some construction companies into a false sense of safety.

While each state has its own Department of Transportation (DOT) rules, California leads the charge with safety regulations like BIT.

Using portable tracking devices to keep an eye on trucks and cargo can help reserve capital and lower BASIC scores – not to mention preserve your fleet equipment.

Exposure under the False Claims Act extends to cybersecurity and American-made materials requirements. Businesses contracting with the government will need sharp focus on compliance requirements to avoid potentially costly fees, organizational distraction and litigation.

Getting ahead of the current driver shortage means motor carriers large and small need innovative solutions - fast.

Non-profit organizations must change their mindset and practices to succeed in a post-pandemic environment. These 5 tips will help you do just that.

IAT Insurance Group welcomes Heidi Bendick as Senior Vice President of Claims Operations.

With driver shortages impacting every industry, resist the desire to hire just any driver to fill the void. Screen potential employees’ driving records first with the FMCSA PSP program.

With a variety of career opportunities in the insurance industry, look for an avenue that will benefit from your skill set, or will keep you learning around every bend. Here’s a quick overview of common property and casualty insurance industry jobs and the skill sets that support them.

Advances in technology have provided HR teams with new and innovative ways to train and develop their workforce. As employees look for more flexibility from their jobs, sophisticated and strategic training and development programs will become more important in 2022.

Corporate social responsibility has taken on a whole new meaning in the last two years. It’s more important to businesses, their employees and their business partners.

Part I of our Transportation Industry Outlook for 2022 focused on 2022’s emerging trends and what fleet operators can do to reduce their risks proactively. In Part II, we’re talking about two legacy risks and why getting them under control now is critical to reducing potential liability in the coming year.

New challenges for the new year include maintaining driver retention, availability of trucking equipment and the changing motor carrier/owner-operator relationship.