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Why California contractor insurance is a necessity for builders

With the U.S. Department of Labor releasing its most recent jobs report, the nation proved that it's continuing to work its way back to full strength. While the unemployment rate crept back to 7.9 percent, 157,000 new positions were added. Construction was one of several highlights, as 28,000 jobs were added to that sector in January.Companies in the construction industry will want to take full advantage of new opportunities, and as such, it's crucial to take ...
February 7, 2013By InterWest Insurance Contractor Insurance Tag 0 Comment Read More »

California museum is ready for its closeup

When Josephine Randall, San Francisco's first superintendent of recreation, wanted to create a place where children could learn about the environment in a hands-on approach back in 1937, her only location option in Corona Heights, California, was the the city's old jail on Ocean Avenue. While the Randall Museum moved in 1951, it is set for another makeover.Scott Weiner, on the state board of supervisors, said in a statement that a $6 million grant ...
February 4, 2013By InterWest Insurance Contractor Insurance Tag 0 Comment Read More »

Mandalay Bay undergoing first major renovations in 14 years

Las Vegas is well-known for its extravagant entertainment options. However, MGM Resorts International decided to undergo a massive renovation of it's 3,000-room resort in Mandalay Bay. This is the first makeover since 1999 and is set to be completed by summer of this year. Mandalay Bay President Chuck Bowling recently spoke with Vegas Inc. to discuss the changes happening to his hotels and venues and why they're going to continue to keep the businesses competitive.According ...
January 22, 2013By InterWest Insurance Contractor Insurance Tag 0 Comment Read More »

Dunkin' Donuts set to infiltrate the West Coast

Dunkin' Donuts, the popular alternative to Starbucks, is making a move to the West Coast. On Wednesday, the Canton, Massachusetts-based company announced that it had plans to return to the Southern California market by opening 150 stores in two years. Eventually, the goal is to have 1,000 locations statewide.The Los Angeles Times reported that while analysts believe there are many obstacles for the coffee company to overcome, it could easily establish itself in the ...
January 18, 2013By InterWest Insurance Contractor Insurance Tag 0 Comments Read More »

Nevada business insurance necessary asset for new buildings

When businesses are looking to expand their organizations and build more locations, it's important for company decision-makers to take the proper precautions in the process. Not only is it necessary to have a comprehensive commercial insurance policy in place for when the firm is up-and-running, it's important to keep employees protected throughout the expansion process as well. For example, builder's risk insurance will cover an organization's insurable interest in materials, fixtures and/or equipment being used ...
January 10, 2013By InterWest Insurance Contractor Insurance Tag 0 Comment Read More »

Renovations to turn Reno post office into retail and office building

Few would consider a post office to be a historical monument, but that is exactly how many Reno residents view their former source for mail. The 78-year-old building closed last week, and while the post office is changing locations, the iconic three-story, terra-cotta building will be home to new companies. As reported by the Reno Gazette-Journal, a group of developers will begin their plans to remake the former post office into an upscale retail center ...
January 4, 2013By InterWest Insurance Contractor Insurance Tag 0 Comment Read More »

Contractors General Liability Insurance

Construction sites pose a number of risks for laborers, who expose themselves to falls, electrical accidents and heavy machinery malfunctions, just to name a few. It's important for contractors to keep this in mind as they prepare for a job. Employees, clients and even bystanders could be involved in an accident. Furthermore, any structural mistakes made as a building is completed could put the contractor under legal risk should a claim be filed afterwards.  Businesses ...
November 28, 2012By InterWest Insurance Contractor Insurance Tag 0 Comments Read More »