Right up to June 2021, the U.S. has recorded more than 32.9 million and 588,800 COVID-19 infections and fatalities, respectively. As such, the federal government, through agencies, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), urges the general public to continue taking COVID-19 safety measures seriously. Unfortunately, essential Read More
COVID-19 and Workers’ Compensation: Are Essential Workers Entitled to It?
29July,2021
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | workers comp, workers compensation, Workers Compensation Insurance | No Comments
Have You Updated Your Heat Related Injury and Illness Prevention Program?
3August,2017
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | business plan, heat-related illness, injury and illness prevention program, safety, workers compensation | No CommentsFind out how to prevent heat-related illness this summer. Summer is here. With rising temperatures, it’s important to be aware of heat-related illness. From heat exhaustion to heat stroke, it’s important to be extra careful when outdoors this summer. It is dangerous to work in the heat. It is just as important for employers to be aware of Read More
Protect Your Employees from Falls with These Guardrail Guidelines
11July,2017
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | construction, employee safety, guardrails, workers compensation | No CommentsCheck out these guardrail guidelines to protect your employees from fall risks. As a contractor, it’s important to ensure that your construction site is as safe as possible for your workers. See the information below regarding the use of Guardrails. Established regulations issued under the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Read More
Assessing Workers’ Compensation Risks
30May,2016
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | workers comp, workers compensation, Workers Compensation Insurance | No CommentsSelf-inspection is the key to providing your employees with a proper and safe work environment. The best way to curtail workers’ compensation risks is to provide a safe and healthy work environment for all employees. Many unsafe environments are not this way on purpose. This can occur by not knowing your workers and failing to have proper Read More
You Need Workers’ Comp For Home Aides!
19October,2015
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | California, caregivers, disabled, domestic chores, elderly, employees, federal court, Hoffman Brown Company, home aides, illness, in-home caregivers, injury, overtime wages, quality of life, service, Sherman Oaks, state government, U.S. Court of Appeals, workers compensation | No CommentsAre you carrying the right workers’ comp coverage for your home aide? In late August, a ruling came down from the federal court mandating that home aides in the state of California—and throughout the nation—will now be more justly compensated for their tireless work. Home aides dedicate themselves to protecting the comfort and quality of life Read More
Should You Get Workers’ Compensation Insurance?
23September,2015
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | avoid a lawsuit, business owner, California, employers, Hoffman Brown Company, lost wages, medical bills, premiums, protect your bottom line, protect your business, protect your workforce, required, Sherman Oaks, workers compensation, Workers Compensation Insurance | No CommentsYour Guide To Workers’ Compensation Insurance As a business owner, you are familiar with workers’ compensation coverage. Whether you carry it or not, you know that this type of protection can step in if an employee is injured on the job, covering the ensuing medical bills and lost wages. In short, it can protect your employee and your business, Read More
Has Your Business Changed?
12June,2015
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | Business, Business Insurance, business owner, business property, California, coverage, deliver routes, growing your business, Hoffman Brown Company, interns, lease terms, liability limits, review your deductible, Sherman Oaks, workers compensation | No CommentsTo Stay Protected, Ask Yourself: Has Your Business Changed? As a business owner, you have invested countless hours and tireless energy into growing your business. At this point, you eat, sleep, and breathe your business. That means that some changes in your business might be difficult for you to notice without taking a step back. Unfortunately, Read More
Independent Contractor Or Employee?
20April,2015
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | Business Profession code, California, commercial insurance, court of law, employee, Hoffman Brown Company, independent contractor, licensed, right to direct, Sherman Oaks, subcontractor, workers compensation, written contract | No CommentsUnderstanding Whether You Have Hired An Employee Or Independent Contractor You may think that all you need to determine whether a person who serves your business is an independent contractor or an employee is a mutual agreement with that individual. Even if you capture your agreement in a written contract, you could find that your arrangement is Read More
Tips for Managing Your Auditable Business Insurance Policies
22December,2014
By Hoffman Brown Insurance | Auditable Policies, audits, Business Insurance, business interruption, business owner, California, commercial insurance, Hoffman Brown Company, insurance savvy, Sherman Oaks, Tips for Managing Your Auditable Business Insurance Policies, workers compensation | No CommentsUnfortunately, many of us sign up for “buy now – pay later” systems on our purchases and fail to realize the consequences. Even if you could not be more pleased with your product, these unexpected charges and bills come as a surprise to many. Many business owners find themselves in a similar situation when it comes to their auditable insurance Read More
