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By Ashley Thomas | Monday, September 23, 2024
Four Strategies to Reduce Workers’ Compensation Costs
Nurseries and Landscaping
As a business owner, finding ways to manage the rising costs associated with doing business is important. While your insurance coverages provide a vital safety net in the event of a loss, heightening premiums and claim costs can overburden an already tight budget.
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By Gallagher Small Business | Tuesday, August 27, 2024
The Playbook at Hollywood Park Presented by Gallagher: A Small Business Workshop Series
Professional Improvement
Gallagher is thrilled to be the presenting partner of SoFi Stadium and Hollywood Park's Small Business Workshops, designed to equip small business owners in the Inglewood community with the knowledge and tools they need to thrive.
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By Gallagher Small Business | Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Comprehensive Guide to Tax Laws for Small Businesses
Business Administration and Cash Management
This article covers the many federal, state and local taxes that small businesses must pay and discuss the different deductions and credits for which they may be eligible.
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By Gallagher Small Business | Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Celebrating National Black Business Month with Lanier's Fine Candies
Marketing and Customer Relations
During National Black Business Month, we look at the success of Lanier's Fine Candies and the inspirational journey of founder Herman Lanier.
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By Ashley Thomas | Thursday, August 8, 2024
Workers’ Compensation: How to Manage Rising Claim Costs
Nurseries and Landscaping
Working as a landscaper or nursery employee is physically demanding, requiring your employees to move heavy materials and tools. Injury or hospitalization is a real risk, making Workers’ Compensation an essential insurance policy. Workers’ compensation helps your business and employees by covering expenses arising from these incidents, such as medical bills, lost wages and ongoing care costs.
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By Ashley Thomas | Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Five Liability Risks You Need to Know
Nurseries and Landscaping
The risk of loss due to commercial liability is a fact of life for nearly every business. In the event of a claim or litigation, nursery or landscaping companies like yours can face a variety of consequences.
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By Ashley Thomas | Thursday, May 23, 2024
Commercial Property Insurance Basics for Landscapers and Nursery Owners
Nurseries and Landscaping
Here’s a thought that keeps small business owners up at night: If something unexpected happens to your owned or rented building, such as a fire or break-in, how will you restore your business to normal? Could you manage that critical — and costly — task while ensuring your employees get paid during this stressful time? If you're not adequately covered, the potential losses could shutter your doors for good. 
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By Ashley Thomas | Thursday, May 2, 2024
Rising Commercial Property Insurance Rates: Tips for Landscapers and Nursery Owners
Nurseries and Landscaping
For landscapers and nursery owners, commercial property insurance is a vital safety net that protects your business against significant loss.
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By Ashley Thomas | Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Understanding Employee Benefits Liability Insurance
Nurseries and Landscaping
As a landscaping company or nursery owner, you might use employee benefits to encourage prospective employees to join your team. You’re not alone — amid the country’s ongoing labor shortage, comprehensive benefit packages can make all the difference when a candidate is weighing your hiring offer against a competitor’s.
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By Ashley Thomas | Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Save on Your Auto Insurance: Three Tips to Help You Manage Your Premiums
Nurseries and Landscaping
Commercial auto insurance is an essential policy all landscapers and nursery owners should carry to ensure the risks of the road don’t become business-ending blunders.
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