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Several severe injuries recently occurred in metal fabrication operations and machine shops insured by West Bend. These accidents resulted..

A major concern of any retail business is accidents in the parking lot. The accidents can be vehicle-to-vehicle, vehicle-to-building/..

lt should be a concern. It’s very important that your store has a sound policy in place to keep aisles clear and dry.

During a recent storm, an insured suffered a substantial hail damage claim. After an inspection of the property, it was discovered the food..

Storing idle pallets can create a severe fire hazard, whether inside or outside your distribution or warehouse building. Wood pallets dry..

Mike was still a young man the day his life changed forever. He was working at a residential construction site. He and his coworkers were..

Auto repair shops have many exposures. Today we’re going to take a look at some of the exposures for internal operations, as well as..

I’m just the owner of an auto parts store. How much risk do I really have in my business?

Auto mechanics and repair technicians are exposed to many hazards in their jobs. This includes slips and falls, particles in the eye,..

At West Bend, we’re proud of our broad base of knowledge when it comes to understanding commercial risks. In fact, we’ve probably written..

Your client likely does! If your clients or their employees ever drive a vehicle they don't own for business purposes, they need Hired &..

Winter is on the horizon. As predictable as the cold weather is, so is the increase in the number slip and fall claims. According to the..

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Metal Fabrication and Machine Shop Safety