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How COVID Changed the Workforce & Insuring It
While many are anxious to “return to normal” once the country reaches herd immunity, over half of workers say they want a “new normal” allowing more work from home. According to Pew Research, before the pandemic 20% worked remotely, whereas now 71% are doing so and...
Meet Underwriter: Marla Everett
Marla Everett, Property/Casualty Underwriter Q: What brought you to MJ Kelly? A: A previous co-worker who was working at MJ Kelly brought me over as the company’s first Renewal Underwriter back in 2008. Q: What do you like most about your work? ...
Meet Underwriter: Juliette Kelley
Juliette Kelley, Transportation Underwriter Q: What brought you to MJ Kelly? A: I worked at MJ Kelly from 2006-2008, first in cancellations and then as an assistant underwriter. I went to the agency side as an Account Executive from 2008-2019. In 2019 I had the...
Top 5 Property Insurance Trends for 2021
Large and unexpected losses due to the pandemic brought the insurance industry into a hard market, and the main issue impacting the Property Market in 2021 is uncertainty. No one really knows what COVID-19’s full impact will be on insurance losses and the U.S. economy...
The Struggles with Securing Transport Excess Liability
Excess Liability Coverage--It’s something every trucker or trucking company needs, and right now, many are having a hard time affording it. … and sometimes finding it. Rates have risen an average of 10-15% every year since 2010, and unlike MJ Kelly, some carriers...
MJ Kelly’s Best of 2020 as We Move into 2021
Since 2020 presented many challenges, it's easy to focus only on the hardships. However, this year we encountered more cooperation and generosity, learning to rely on one another more than ever. We’re also grateful to all our clients and partners for their loyalty...
Two Things Your Product Recall Requires
If you clients have never experienced product recall, they may not understand the risks involved. You can be a great resource to your clients by mitigating that risk before it puts a strain on their resources. Minimizing the damage your clients may experience as a...
Libations and Salutations: Restaurant Liquor Liability for the Holidays
The most important defense against liquor liability for your restaurant clients this holiday season is prevention through education. In addition to proper liquor liability insurance, it is imperative they create a liquor liability training program for staff members...
On the Road: Talking to Your Charter Bus Clients
Having the proper charter bus insurance coverage at an affordable rate can make the difference between the success and failure of your client’s charter bus operation. When your charter bus clients are considered for a job, there are several things they should prepare...
Why You Need Cyber Coverage
It is increasingly important to protect your client against cyber attacks, but the complexity and novelty of cyber threats make it difficult for both businesses and agents to make smart decisions regarding cyber coverage. Finding the right policy for your client...
How To Avoid a Garage Keepers Legal Liability Claim
Business owners who operate dealerships, garages and auto repair shops are responsible for keeping their client’s automobiles safe while in their care, custody and control. To avoid paying out of pocket for any damage you cause to a customer’s vehicle while undergoing...
Weather the Storm: Understanding Excessive Market Conditions
It's getting harder to find the coverage your clients need. Following years of rising losses and increasing litigation expenses, insurers continue to raise rates and reduce capacity. As one of the broadest forms of coverage, the excess marketplace - and particularly...
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