Industry News
Building Protection Through Strong Subcontract Agreements
Author, Casey Craig, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
As insurance requirements become increasingly stringent across California’s construction industry, specialty contractors are facing more scrutiny from both general contractors and insurance carriers. It has become standard practice for prime contractors, and sometimes project owners, to require specialty contractors to sign detailed subcontractor agreements outlining scope, pricing, claims procedures, termination rights, indemnification, and strict insurance requirements.
Avoid Surprise Premium Increases by Collecting Subcontractor Insurance Certificates
Author, Jack Marrs, Associate Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
In the nonprofit world, every dollar matters. Whether you are running community programs, providing housing, or supporting individuals with disabilities, it is important to keep operating costs predictable and under control. There is one area where we are seeing many nonprofits get blindsided during workers’ compensation audits and it often leads to unexpected premium increases.
Developing A Strong Subcontract Agreement with Tree Care Partners
Author, Drew Garcia, Vice President of the Landscape Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Having strong service partners that support your customers outside of your core operations is an important part of business. Many commercial landscape businesses have regional relationships with professional tree care companies to support the needs of their customers.
Three Reasons to Read Subcontractor Warranty Endorsements
Author, Sam Clayton, Vice President, Construction Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.
Contractors General Liability Policies provide coverage for bodily injury and property damage for which the Named Insured is legally liable. This legal liability can result from the company’s direct operations or from other subcontractors hired by the Named Insured.