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Risks and Liabilities of Social Media Influencer Marketing
Influencer Marketing is big business—with almost three-fourths of marketers expected to incorporate it in some way into their marketing plans this upcoming year. Although social influencer marketing can be a very effective way to build brand awareness and capture new...
Is Workplace Violence Covered Under Workers’ Compensation?
Workers’ Compensation covers medical expenses and lost wages for employees who become sick or injured due to a workplace accident. But what about cases of workplace violence, where the injury isn’t an accident? Determining if Workers’ Compensation provides...
There’s a Policy for That: Seven Unique Items We’ve Insured
We’ve all heard the crazy stories about singers who insure their vocal chords or athletes that take out policies to cover specific body parts. But we’re willing to bet that some of the items Jencap and its affiliate companies have insured over the years will be news...
Workers’ Compensation, Occupational Accident Insurance, and Contingent Liability—What’s the Difference?
Despite all reasonable care and precautions, workplace accidents happen—someone makes a mistake, equipment malfunctions, Mother Nature plays a cruel trick. Companies go to great lengths to both ensure the safety of their employees and mitigate potential risks to their...
Jencap Group Acquires Russell Bond & Co. Expands Services to Retailers in Upstate New York and the Northeast
New York, NY (October 7, 2021) – Jencap Group LLC (Jencap), announced today that it has agreed to acquire the assets of Russell Bond & Co. (RB), a full-service specialty wholesale brokerage and managing general agency (MGA) firm. RB will operate under the auspices...
NIF Group Rebrands to Jencap Specialty Insurance Services Inc.
MANHASSET, NY (Oct. 1, 2021) – NIF Group (NIF), a national wholesaler and managing general agency based in New York, is pleased to announce a new name and brand identity. NIF will now operate as Jencap Specialty Insurance Services Inc. (JSIS), a division of parent...
How Delaying to Report an Injury Hurts Employee and Employer
The moment an employee is injured on the job, the clock starts ticking for them to alert their employer and begin the process of filing a Workers’ Compensation claim. In most states, the deadline to submit a Workers’ Compensation claim to a company’s insurance...
Things You Should Never Say to Employees
If your commercial clients are insured through Jencap, they’ve got great coverage … but you still want to help them avoid situations where they’ll have to use it. In the workplace, there are many things employers can say that violate state and federal laws or can set...
Jencap Announces Strategic Promotions to Company’s Management Team
NEW YORK (August 09, 2021) – Jencap is pleased to announce two strategic promotions to the company's management team. Kathryn Smith has been promoted to Managing Director of Marketing and Paul Orlando has been promoted to Managing Director of Sales. In their new...
Special Risks Facilities Rebrands to Jencap Insurance Services Inc.
Sterling Heights, MICH. (August 02, 2021) – Special Risks Facilities (Special Risks), an excess and surplus lines managing general agency with locations in Sterling Heights, MI and Peoria, AZ, is pleased to announce a new name and brand identity. Effective...
MJ Kelly Rebrands to Jencap Insurance Services Inc.
Springfield, MO (August 02, 2021) – MJ Kelly, a full-service managing general commercial insurance agency and wholesale brokerage company, is pleased to announce a new name and brand identity. Starting today, MJ Kelly will operate as Jencap Insurance Services Inc....
Jencap Announces Acquisition of U.K.-based Lloyd’s Coverholder
Worldwide Special Risks to Provide Essential Live Event Coverage New York, NY (July 8, 2021) – Jencap Group, LLC (Jencap), the wholesale program management and binding authority business of Galway Insurance Holdings LP (Galway), has acquired London-based Worldwide...
MiniCo Insurance Agency Announces Rebrand as a Jencap Company
MiniCo's new brand reflects its association with parent company Jencap Group, LLC (Jencap). Under the Jencap umbrella, MiniCo is now one of the largest program administrators in the United States. Phoenix, AZ (July 1, 2021) – MiniCo Insurance Agency, a leading program...
Jencap Group Announces New President
We are pleased to announce that Mark Maher has been promoted to President. In his new role, Maher will work with the Jencap management team to develop strategic plans, drive overall growth initiatives, manage carrier and broker relationships, and work with affiliate...
Genesee General Announces Rebrand: Will Operate as Jencap Insurance Services Inc.
Atlanta, GA (June 1, 2021) – Stringer Ware and Company Inc. DBA Genesee General, managing general agency, program administrator and wholesale insurance broker, is pleased to announce a new name and brand identity. Effective immediately, Genesee General will operate as...
Importance of Complete Workers’ Comp Insurance Submissions
According to ratings agency A.M Best, the country’s property and casualty insurance industry saw an 86% drop in underwriting income in 2020 - falling to $600 million compared to $4.5 billion for the same period in 2019. Workers’ Compensation carriers specifically are...
Is a Large Deductible Plan Right For Your Client?
A Workers’ Compensation large deductible plan provides the same coverage as a guaranteed insurance plan – in fact, it is a guaranteed insurance plan with a special deductible endorsement. The deductible size for these plans generally ranges from $100,000 to $1,000,000...
What is Garagekeepers Liability & Who Needs It?
When people bring vehicles to auto repair shops, garages, or towing companies for repair or maintenance, they trust these professionals to protect their cars from damage. As service providers, your clients are liable for the vehicles' safety while in their care....
Workers’ Compensation Cannabis Class Code Roulette
Determining the proper classification for cannabis businesses is not one you want to take a gamble on. If you bet on a specific class code and it isn’t accurate, your client could suffer significant premium penalties at the time of an audit or worse – costly coverage...
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...
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...
Jencap Acquires Quaker Special Risk
Jencap Acquires Quaker Special Risk Positions Jencap as One of The Largest Specialty Insurance Distribution Platforms in the U.S. New York, NY (June 19, 2020) – Jencap Holdings (Jencap), a specialty insurance business, announced today that it has agreed to acquire...
4 Things Your Client Must Know about Contractor General Liability Insurance
For businesses that utilize subcontractors, Contractor General Liability (CGL) insurance is an absolute necessity. If a subcontractor hired by your client’s business causes damage, your client’s business can be on the hook for financial compensation to the injured...
Come Fire or Flood… Why You Need Dealers’ Open Lot Insurance
Dealers Open Lot insurance is essential for used auto dealers. Without it, businesses could end up on the hook for large losses if damage is caused to their fleet of vehicles. How does dealers' open lot insurance work? Dealers Open Lot (DOL) insurance provides auto...
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