December 11, 2024
OSHA published its preliminary data for the 2024 fiscal year, identifying the top 10 violations. Keep reading to what they are.
December 9, 2024
Congratulations are in order for Jake Mahin, UNICO Safety and Loss Control Consultant. Jake recently earned two prestigious designations: Certified Safety Professional (CSP) and Associate in Risk Management (ARM). These achievements showcase Jake's personal drive for improvement, along with UNICO's strong commitment to continuous professional development.
December 6, 2024
Moderation in premium increases continued in Q3, according to CIAB's quarterly survey. Increases across all account sizes rose by 5.1%, staying about the same as Q2 2024's 5.2%.
December 3, 2024
Hiring contractors in the communications industry comes with complex risks and potential liabilities. Discover essential strategies for effective risk management, including contractual risk transfer, proper insurance requirements, and maintaining organized documentation to protect your company from unnecessary exposures when working with contractors.
November 26, 2024
On October 1, 2025, the Nebraska Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (NHFWA) will take effect, mandating paid sick time in Nebraska for eligible employees. Ensure your business is ready with this rundown of all you need to know about it.
November 25, 2024
Meet the five new Commercial Risk Advisors that UNICO Group welcomed to our team: Jonah Cohen, Nate Fisher, Grant Huck, Chase Keitges and Noah Kulhanek.
November 22, 2024
UNICO Group is thrilled to announce that it has been named one of the Best of Omaha winners in the Independent Insurance Agency category. The Best of Omaha awards aim to identify and celebrate the best local businesses across hundreds of categories.
November 14, 2024
Water damage has emerged as a significant challenge in the construction industry, affecting contractors of all sizes and trades. Explore the impact of water losses and strategies to mitigate these risks effectively.
November 14, 2024
See how insurance plays a crucial role in a business’s risk management strategy, offering financial assistance after covered losses to ensure continuity in their operations and minimize disruptions.
November 11, 2024
UNICO Group is proud to announce the addition of three key director-level individuals to its leadership team, Carly Carlson, Ben Kruger and Stacey Schafer.
November 8, 2024
Are you ready for the changes coming to health flexible spending arrangements (Health FSAs) and qualified transportation fringe benefits?
November 1, 2024
Learn how you can protect your business from costly Accounts Payable fraud by implementing robust prevention measures and staying informed about emerging threats.
October 15, 2024
UNICO Group retains its Best Practices status for the fifteenth year in a row, once again becoming a part of an elite group of independent insurance agencies around the United States.
October 1, 2024
UNICO Group is pleased to announce that both Grant Huck and Justin Lewandowski have received their CWCA certification. By becoming certified, Grant and Justin will have the essential training for reviewing Workers' Compensation insurance reports.
October 1, 2024
Cyber security should be a concern for each and every employee in an organization, not only CO technicians, IT professionals and top managers but those in the trenches doing everyday tasks.
September 10, 2024
Bucket trucks, aka aerial lifts, allow personnel to perform work at elevated heights. Without proper safety training, equipment and situational awareness, aerial lifts can pose serious risks to operators. Read these guidelines to reduce the risk of injury and accidents.
August 29, 2024
Signs of softened P&C market conditions were evident in Q2. Average increases for all account sizes averaged 5.2%, down significantly from Q1 2024’s 7.7%.
August 16, 2024
Because of the unpredictability of weather, it can be challenging to fully prepare for severe weather to hit. Planning as much as possible is essential to keep yourself, your property and your employees safe. Taking the proper precautions for weather threats can help ensure your safety when they do come.