Category: H&K Blog
Three Important Workers Comp Questions
Every boss and company owner dreads getting a phone call that something has happened to their employees. In addition to someone they care about getting injured, the repercussions for the business can pose serious threats. Every employer has a legal obligation to ensure that they are providing a work environment which is safe and designed […]
read more »Handling Libel and Slander Within an Association
In an age of ever increasing communication and litigation, the old mother’s warning “watch your mouth!” is becoming an even more important lesson to heed. This is especially true in a condo association where so many different cultures, backgrounds, and personalities mingle. Condo associations are actually the perfect breeding ground for libel and slander lawsuits. […]
read more »Group Health & Group Life Insurance for Construction Companies
Your workers put in long hours in the hot summer and the cold winter. They operate powerful equipment building safe roads, houses, buildings, and parks we all enjoy. But do your employees have the peace of mind they deserve as they work? A great way to do this is with a robust insurance plan for […]
read more »Golf Ball Injuries and Golf Course Liability
Who ever said that golf is not a contact sport has never been struck by a golf ball. If you have ever had the misfortune of being injured on a golf course, you know it’s a good idea to be aware of your surroundings at all times. But if you are the owner of a […]
read more »Why Your Association Needs a Condo Fidelity Bond
The members of a condo association board are often friends and usually neighbors. They work together to create a safe and positive place to live. Despite the comradery often experienced among board members, fidelity bond or fidelity insurance is important to condo associations. Unfortunately, some board members of the condo association may try and take […]
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Why You Need Flood Insurance
There are some truly beautiful scenes created by nature. The warmth of a sunrise or the powerful stillness of a mountain range come to mind. However, some of nature’s contributions are not that beautiful and are certainly unwanted. One example, which has recently been in the news, is the incredibly destructive power of flooding.
read more »Golf Course Herbicide, Pesticide, and Pollution Liability
To the golfer, there’s nothing quite as relaxing as the beautiful green of a golf course at tee time. The manicured grass ripples gently in the wind as you survey the course before you. The water hazards, sand bunkers, and wooded areas create an aesthetic though challenging terrain. It’s a thing of beauty. However, the golf […]
read more »Tips on Handling Hazmat Safely
As a construction company, there are many types of environmental risks which you are exposed too. Unfortunately, one of those risks, is that of coming in contact with hazardous materials. It’s important to make sure that every possible precaution is taken when handling hazmat to protect yourself, your workers and your company from danger.
read more »Pros and Cons: Condo Subletting
As you establish your condo association governing documents (or review and amend them) one issue you are likely to face is the question of subletting condos. Subletting is one way the owners of a condos can create income. They do this by renting out their condo to third party tenants, often referred to as sublets. […]
read more »Distracted Driving: The Multitasking Myth!
Distracted driving led to over 3,000 motor vehicle crash deaths in 2014. The human brain cannot actually preform driving and talking on the phone simultaneously. In actuality, the brain switches between focusing on driving and on the phone. Both tasks require active thinking on the part of the brain, which is why the mind cannot […]
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