Insurance advice and news
Business insurance is a vital priority for any UK SME. Whether you need public liability, professional indemnity, or employee liability, these tips and guides will help you understand your requirements and find the right cover.
Home working advice for employers
Working from home is often a great solution for employees who are looking for a more flexible style of working. However, employers need to ensure the home workers are properly managed and protected to avoid any employment law issues for their businesses.
There are three particular areas to consider from a legal perspective:
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Insurance advice for self-employed
Climbing out of your comfort zone is always a big step, but the rewards of setting up as self-employed persuade thousands every year to go it alone.
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Guides
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Flood warnings grow - protect your business now
Josh Hall | 2 Feb 2012This week, a report from the Association of British Insurers highlighted the flood risk faced by small businesses.
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Landlord tax investigations - protect yourself now
Josh Hall | 16 Jan 2012HMRC is expanding its spot-check regime, and landlords are at risk. Take some simple steps to protect yourself from an investigation.
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Keeping your shop safe this winter - 7 tips
Josh Hall | 11 Nov 2011Winter is fast approaching, and with it a new set of potential risks to your premises.
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A sole trader's checklist - 13 top tips
Josh Hall | 21 Oct 2011Amidst all the doom and gloom, last week saw some good news – the number of sole traders in the UK has risen by 123,000 since the start of the year.
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Protect your business from the taxman with legal cover
19 Oct 2011Small businesses across the country have been subject to a new wave of action from the taxman. Protect your business with legal expenses insurance.
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5 problems your landlord policy might not cover - and how to avoid them
Josh Hall | 26 Sep 2011A good, tailored insurance policy is vitally important for every landlord. Read about some of the main exclusions - and how to avoid them.
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Business Insurance For Your Home Business
Jasper Martens | 24 Sep 2010Every freelancer or home based worker should look at getting a business insurance policy instead of just your regular home insurance.
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Protection for Your Business with Lifebroker
Bettina Richen | 19 Jul 2010Many businesses take out life insurance policies to protect the interests of important individuals such as directors, partners and certain key employees.
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Self employed - ultimate business insurance guide
Our seven steps to success guide will learn you how you should run your business successfully. Don't forget the right business insurance.
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Builders and contractors - insurance requirements
Insurance is a key part of any health and safety plan and taking it out should be top of the list for any reputable contractor.
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Home based worker - make sure you have adequate cover
Every freelancer or home based worker should look at getting a business insurance policy instead of just your regular home insurance.
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Restaurants and take-aways - protect your restaurant with adequate cover
The restaurant insurance policy normally includes as a minimum, public liability insurance and employer's liability insurance, but restaurant owners may also want to cover stock, equipment and cash on the premises.
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Pub insurance - know your responsibilities
Don't caught short when it comes to insuring your pub. This guide deals with the responsibilities between you and the owner of the building.
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How to claim on your public liability insurance
Follow our step-by-step guide to submit a claim with your business insurance provider. Use your tips to avoid insurance claims.
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