Risk Resources
Our Company’s Reactions To COVID-19 Crisis
RISK ROUNDUP—Our current situation on March 20, 2020, sounds like the tag line from a movie trailer, “In a world that’s changing like never before…” We at American Risk Managers are among the many companies that are facing new challenges due to the COVID-19 crisis, public responses to the virus and changing governmental guidelines. Our staff was asked to share…
Popular Birdhouse Builder Ray Dutton Is JBAF Featured Artist
COMMUNITY—For a dozen years, one of the most frequently spotted sights at the Jerry Brown Arts Festival (JBAF) has been smiling shoppers carrying around colorful and decorative birdhouses made by artist Ray Dutton of Moulton, Ala. Dutton is being honored in 2020 as the featured artist for the 18th Annual JBAF, set for Saturday and Sunday, March 7 and 8,…
9 Business Review Tips To Help Start 2020 Off With A Bang!
RISK ROUNDUP—Whether you brought 2020 in with fireworks and friends or enjoyed a peaceful evening at home, it’s always exciting to greet a new year—especially a new year that’s also a new decade. The first of the year is also a popular time to create new personal and professional goals. And if you haven’t already done so, January can also…
How’s A Risk Manager Any Different Than My Insurance Agent?
RISK EDUCATION—Every business owner knows they need insurance. But many business owners don’t realize the importance of utilizing a Risk Manager to help navigate the insurance marketplace for the best coverages, individualized programs and competitive prices. One of the most frequently asked questions about Risk Managers is “How are you any different than my insurance agent?” I’ve asked American Risk…
Hope, Second Chances & Being Thankful For Each Moment
RISK ROUNDUP—In celebration of this Thanksgiving, I’ve asked our chief financial officer, Mr. Wally Haney, to share a special message with our readers. Besides being a Risk Manager for 34 years, Mr. Wally also serves as a minister to all mankind. At the top of his Thanksgiving list is family. “Thanksgiving should be more about family and being thankful for…
FREE Cost Benefit Survey: An Easy Risk-Free Process
RISK EDUCATION—American Risk Managers is proud to offer FREE Cost Benefit Surveys to prospective clients. These no-obligation free surveys provide an opportunity for you to see the value in Independent Risk Management Consulting, as well as the insurance savings you can expect. Want to know what happens after you click that “FREE Cost Benefit Survey” button? I asked one of…
RISKS WORTH TAKING
RISK EDUCATION—It’s October and if you have children, they’re probably getting excited about Halloween. They’re deciding on what costume to wear. Or as it’s sometimes phrased, “Who are you going to BE for Halloween? “Besides all the fun, there’s also a goal in mind. Candy. Children take a risk that they’ll get some candy when they knock on that door.…
Independent Risk Managers Are A Great Business Team Asset!
RISK SERVICES—Teams can do great things. Teams can accomplish tasks that individuals cannot do on their own or that would take them a lot more time to do by themselves. Teams also take advantage of the strengths of others, with each person adding unique talents and skills to benefit the group. At your company, you probably already have some types…
Workers’ Compensation Savings: Report 2/3 Of Overtime Earnings
RISK SOLUTIONS—A Workers’ Compensation Insurance rule that many businesses may not be aware of is that you only have to report 2/3 of your overtime total when calculating your payroll for the year. When you buy your Workers’ Compensation policy or renew it, you provide an “estimated payroll” for the year. Your premium (or cost) is based on this estimated…
Don’t Flood The Market: Why Shopping Your Commercial Insurance Policies Every Year Is A Big No-No
RISK SERVICES—I’ve heard the Risk Managers in my office mention more than once that “too much shopping around” with your commercial insurance policies is a bad idea. At first, I was just curious as to why. But then I thought business owners and top managers might be interested, as well. So, I asked them to explain. Here are several reasons…
OSHA Now Requires Companies With Off-site Workers To Post Exact Location
RISK EDUCATION—If you have workers out in the field, your company is now responsible for posting location information in case of emergencies. Effective today (Monday, July 15, 2019), an update of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations requires companies operating in areas without Enhanced 911 to post location-identifying information in a readily-available spot. Construction sites and other areas where…
My Life And The Blessings
RISK ROUNDUP—As a way of introduction, I am Walter Haney, Sr. I began my work life as a six-year-old on a row crop farm in Lamar County, Alabama, picking up sticks and stalks and plowing off seed beds. Seventy-nine years later, I live 14 miles up the road in Hamilton, Alabama, and now work as a Consulting Risk Manager over…
Insurance Needed For Adult Day Services Centers
RISK SOLUTIONS—Your business is answering a growing need that’s important to not only its Participants, but their Families and Communities. And whether it’s called an Adult Day Services Center, a Senior Day Care Center, an Adult Day Facility, or by another term — to ensure that your business can continue its mission — you need to be adequately protected from…
How To Save 25-35% On Your Company’s Commercial Insurance
RISK SOLUTIONS—The saying, “If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is,” does turn out to be correct in many instances. However, sometimes—as with all sayings—the opposite can be true. Sometimes, something that sounds good IS good. Author Richard Carlson agrees with me on this one. He added to this quote by saying, “In fact, the suspicion, cynicism,…
Who Am I?
I am KING of the Insurance Jungle!!! I return savings of 25% to 35% on all new projects!!! I will get you immediate service from the entire Insurance Marketplace!!! My only aim is coverage (for you), price reduction (for you) and service (for you)!!! I take no compensation from any Insurance Company!!! Who am I? You say an Insurance Agent?…
8 Commercial Insurance Myths BUSTED By Risk Managers
Risk Education—If you do a Google search for “Myth,” several of the definitions that pop up include gentle phrases, such as “a widely held, but false belief or idea,” “fallacy,” “fabrication,” and “untruth.” You probably won’t be surprised to see stronger terms like “lie” and “fake news.” You might possibly disagree with the characterization of “alternative fact.” (I know I…
Beware The Ides Of March: Insurance Your Business Needs Now
RISK PREVENTION—Business owners and top managers face risks each and every day—not just on the Ides of each month. Not familiar with “Ides?” You’ve probably heard, “Beware the Ides of March,” a phrase from William Shakespeare’s play, “Julius Caesar.” On the Ides of March in 44 B.C., Caesar was assassinated by Brutus. Four years later, also on the Ides of…
For Safety’s Sake: 10 Proven Programs Your Business Can Implement Today
RISK PREVENTION—What do a telecommunications company, a lumber company and a waste removal company have in common? Businesses in all three of these types of industries are clients of American Risk Managers. All of these businesses also have top-notch safety plans that are instrumental in keeping their employees safe. We’ve also had the privilege of working with dozens and dozens…
God’s Love Is The Best Valentine EVER!
RISK ROUNDUP—It’s February, the “Love Month,” and we have a post for you that includes a lot of love and a lot of heart—two of Valentine’s Day’s traditional themes. Yes, we are an Independent Risk Management Firm, but we don’t always talk about what we do. Sometimes it’s fun to share some “behind-the-scenes” stories and holiday-themed posts. So, for our…
Renewal Reductions: How To Get Lower Insurance Rates & Premiums
RISK SOLUTIONS—Your company probably just renewed its commercial insurance policies in January, unless your renewal date is in July. Property and Casualty insurance premiums are big bills to pay—usually the third-highest cost associated with doing business after payroll and supplies. So, you were alerted that it was time to renew and you renewed. Did you get a better insurance rate?…