If you’ve lived in Delaware long enough, you’ve probably heard the phrase “Lower Slower Delaware.” While the nickname is most often reserved for Sussex County, it also captures something many Delawareans appreciate about our state: we don’t tend to rush into things. Unlike neighboring Maryland, where community association laws seem to arrive with the regularity…
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This past winter reminded us just how vulnerable community associations can be to water damage and freezing temperatures. Between December 2025 and March 2026, condominium and association communities experienced 61 property claims, resulting in more than $1.6 million in paid losses, with additional claims still being adjusted. While winter storms, wind, snow, and fallen trees…
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The biggest risks for local trucking companies aren’t always on the interstate. When people picture trucking accidents, they often imagine a tractor-trailer traveling down I-95 in heavy traffic or crossing several states on a long-haul route. But for many small trucking companies, the greatest risk isn’t hundreds of miles from home. It’s right here on…
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The safest way to enjoy fireworks is by attending a public display. These events are conducted by licensed professionals, and the display sites are inspected and approved before the show begins. For a listing of regional Fourth of July fireworks and festivities, click here. If you choose to celebrate with legal consumer fireworks at home,…
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Summer is prime construction season. Longer days and favorable weather mean projects are moving, crews are busy, and schedules are full. But as temperatures climb, so do the risks. Here on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, summer often brings high heat, humidity, and fast-moving afternoon thunderstorms, Heat-related illnesses, dehydration, fatigue, and severe weather can all contribute to…
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We’re excited to share that Client Advisor Brooke Nugent successfully earned the RiskPRO Contractors Risk Professional (CRP) certification. The certification is awarded to insurance professionals who have completed a course of focused training, including contract and policy analysis, as well as exploring property and liability exposures using real-world case studies. We caught up with her…
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Property losses rarely happen at a convenient time. A fire, severe storm, burst pipe or other unexpected event can disrupt operations in an instant and leave business owners wondering what to do next. While the damage itself may be unavoidable, the actions taken during the first 24 hours can make a significant difference in how…
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A project that starts on budget can quickly become something very different. A delayed permit, a key subcontractor shortage, a sudden spike in material costs, or weeks of severe weather can throw even the most carefully planned construction project off schedule. What begins as a manageable setback can lead to contract disputes, strained client relationships,…
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Most business owners spend their time thinking about customers, employees, growth and profitability—not personal liability. Yet decisions involving investors, hiring, financial challenges, acquisitions or regulatory compliance can sometimes lead to lawsuits that name company leaders individually. Even when allegations are unfounded, the cost of defending those claims can be substantial. That’s why Directors & Officers…
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When most people think about summer on the job, they picture longer days, sunshine and getting work done outdoors. But hot weather can become dangerous faster than many people realize. Every year, workers across a wide range of industries—from construction and landscaping to maintenance, warehousing and transportation—experience heat-related illnesses that can lead to serious medical…
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