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Factors to Know About Crane and Rigging Insurance

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For those installing properties using rigging equipment, the complexities of these job sites are even worse. Fortunately, crane and rigging insurance provide protection and compensation. Rigging insurance, also known as riggers liability insurance, provides cover against property loss or damage when on the hook of cranes.

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General Liability vs. Professional Liability: What’s the Difference?

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Liability insurance protects your business against claims for damages caused by you and your workers, if you have any. The two most common liability insurance policies for contractors are general liability and professional liability. What are general liability and professional liability insurance?

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4 Things You Need To Know About Snow Removal Insurance

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Because of their nature of work, snow removal contractors are usually exposed to many risks, which may include anything from third-party injuries to equipment. When it comes to the liabilities covered in the policy, it usually depends on the insurance provider or brokerage. Usually, more business means more liability risks.

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9 Types of Insurance You Need to Protect Your Contractor Business

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Between the potential for accidents and injuries on the job site and the risk of lawsuits, it’s important to have insurance to protect yourself from financial losses, but what kind of insurance do you need? General Liability Insurance. Professional Liability Insurance. Pollution Liability Insurance.

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Builder’s Risk vs. General Liability for Contractors: What’s the Difference?

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Two of the most common insurance policies that contractors have are builder’s risk and general liability, which serve very different purposes. Builder’s Risk Insurance General Liability Insurance Coverage Covers a building under construction—and often tools, equipment, and materials related to the project.

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6 Dangers Of Falling Debris In Construction Sites

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Construction is one of the most hazardous industries, with injuries occurring almost every year. When you see or hear about construction accidents, they usually involve heavy equipment like cranes or scaffolding. Moreover, workers are injured or killed almost yearly by falling objects or equipment.

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Subcontractor Insurance: 7 Policies Subs Should Consider for Their Business

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“If something goes wrong, liability could hit the GC’s policy, which dilutes liability insurance limits, negatively impacts their claims history, and forces them to deal with a claim that’s not really their fault.”. Finally, the GC’s policy won’t provide any coverage for tools, equipment or vehicles.