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How to reduce trips, slips and falls on construction sites

 June 22, 2023     UFG Insurance    Business  Read Time: 4 min
Trips, slips and falls are the most common cause of workplace fatalities and injuries, especially in the construction industry. Here are a few tips to reduce your risk on the job site.
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The basics of cybersecurity insurance coverage for businesses

 April 21, 2020     UFG Insurance    Business 
Do you know how to spot a phishing attempt? Is your business truly protected? Here we look at the basics of cybersecurity insurance coverage for businesses and how we can help.
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5 tips to help grow your independent contractor business

 March 18, 2020     UFG Insurance    Business   Surety 
Here are five effective tips to help grow your independent contractor business.
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The 5 most common small business insurance claims

 February 28, 2020     UFG Insurance    Business 
If you're a small business owner, it's important to understand frequent insurance claims that occur. Learn more about five of the most common.
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Insurance Day on the Hill: An event that’s “Worth It”

 February 17, 2020     UFG Insurance    We are UFG 
Worth It campaign against distracted driving makes an appearance at Iowa's Insurance Day on the Hill.
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5 things to do after a car accident

 January 8, 2020     UFG Insurance    Auto 
From big collisions to small fender-benders, emotions can run high after a car crash. Here are 5 things to help you remember what to do after an auto accident.
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3 Keys to Establishing a Surety Relationship

 January 6, 2020     UFG Insurance    Surety 
Contractors have enough to worry about. But if you’re considering pursuing projects requiring surety bonds, the first step is to build a surety relationship that will benefit you for years to come.
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The surety claim process: What you need to know

 December 31, 2019     UFG Insurance    Surety 
Did you receive a claim on your surety bond? Don’t worry, it’s not the end of the world. Here, we discuss what you need to know in the surety claim process.
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New cybersecurity requirements for government contractors in 2020

 December 4, 2019     UFG Insurance    Surety 
Cybersecurity and threats are always evolving. Learn more about what’s changing for government contractors in 2020.
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3 mistakes to avoid when purchasing surety bonds

 November 26, 2019     UFG Insurance    Surety 
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or searching for a new surety, here are three mistakes to avoid when purchasing surety bonds.
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How to build a successful construction team: 3 positions you’re not thinking about

 October 24, 2019     UFG Insurance    Surety 
Here are three key business partners you are not thinking about when it comes to building a successful construction team.
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What is a surety bond?

 October 22, 2019     UFG Insurance    Surety 
As a contractor or business owner, you may have heard that you need a surety bond. We’re here to explain everything you need to know.
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Fire Prevention Week: 5 Safety Tips

 October 16, 2019     UFG Insurance    Business 
Raise fire safety awareness with these five tips to implement into your workplace or your home
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