Understanding and Reducing Workplace Harassment

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) recently issued guidance for preventing workplace harassment. Although the report was aimed at preventing harassment in the federal sector, the EEOC explicitly states that the practices detailed can also benefit private employers. Understanding Harassment Workplace harassment is a form of employment discrimination. It’s illegal under Title VII of…

A New Era for Reserve Studies

Recognizing the need for revised guidelines, Community Associations Institute (CAI) released updated Reserve Study Standards in May to provide communities with an improved framework for effective reserve planning. Key changes and benefits offered by the latest standards include a particular emphasis on structural inspections and maintenance. About one year ago, a task force began reviewing existing…

CVSA’s Brake Safety Week Scheduled for Aug. 20-26

The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) recently scheduled this year’s Brake Safety Week for Aug. 20-26, 2023. This annual event aims to emphasize the importance of ensuring sufficient brake systems in commercial motor vehicles (CMVs). Specifically, the event highlights the role that brake maintenance and efficiency plays in reducing brake-related CMV accidents on the road.…

Hurricane Preparation and Safety Tips for Businesses

According to the Congressional Budget Office, hurricane and tropical storm damages account for approximately $9 billion in losses to commercial businesses each year. Research scientists at Colorado State University recently updated their projections, and are now expecting “above average” tropical cyclone activity during the Atlantic Hurricane Season (June 1 – Nov. 30.) Before a Hurricane…

How Extreme Weather Events Affect Your Insurance Rates

The Mid-Atlantic’s coastal region is susceptible to storms and hurricanes, which creates additional risk for insurers, and more difficulty securing coverage. Extreme weather events — such as hurricanes, tornadoes, hailstorms and wildfires — continue to make headlines as they become increasingly devastating and costly. These events aren’t limited to one geographic area, impacting businesses across…