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Medical Marijuana Retailer High on Insurance

bpedroso — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 23:08:51 +0000

Sara Jane Sinclair is the CEO of Sara Jane Inc., a medical marijuana dispensary located in Sacramento, California. In this episode of Watching the Risks, Sinclair talks about the growth of the medical marijuana industry, how her insurance agent made her own business possible, and how her insurance needs are very similar to those of other small businesses.

Helicopter Business Revolves Around Safety

creese — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 19:02:05 +0000

Corporate Helicopters is a San Diego business focusing on charter, tours, aerial filming and helicopter sales. In this episode of Watching the Risks, Corporate Helicopters president Ivor Shier explains how looking through the lens of risk analysis from the formative years to the present has led to a safer company.

Cyber Breaks, Insurance and Data Breach Response Advice

creese — Tue, 11 May 2010 07:25:18 +0000

Stroz Friedberg is a consulting firm that does computer forensics, mobile phone forensics, electronic discovery and cyber crime response, operating at the intersection of law, technology and behavioral sciences. David Garrett, managing director of Stroz Friedberg’s San Francisco office, explains why clients may or may not have cyber risk insurance, whether those that have the insurance actually make a claim in the event of a cyber breach, and simple steps any company can take to reduce the exposure.

How San Diego Streamlines Film Industry Insurance

creese — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 18:43:30 +0000

The San Diego Film Commission works to attract entertainment businesses to San Diego. One way it does this is by helping to streamline the insurance buying and risk management process that can involve multiple jurisdictions and unusual risks from helicopters to bungee jumpers, explains Kathy McCurdy, the director of features for the SDFC.

Risk Management’s a Priority for Moving Company

creese — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 23:36:57 +0000

Moving companies face a number of exposures in their daily operations, including workers compensation, cargo, fleet and general liability. Priority Moving in San Diego, Calif. is no exception. A Wheaton Van Lines agent, Priority Moving has created a series of internal procedures, reinforced by a strong employee screening process and training program. Analytics software also plays a role in measuring employees’ and the companies’ ability to manage exposures.

Get Smart About Insuring Intellectual Property

creese — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 14:55:23 +0000

The Internet makes it easier to get into business but it also makes it easier to steal others’ ideas. The Web is also expanding the notion of what materials, images and designs need to be protected. Intellectual property attorney David Branfman advises agents on questions to ask clients about intellectual property exposures and warns about the deficiencies of a CGL policy in this area. He also sees potential for a boom market for plaintiff abatement coverage.

Fast Food Chain Battles Fraudulent Claims

bpedroso — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:08:06 +0000

Based in San Diego, Jack in the Box Inc. was founded in 1951 and is the first major fast-food chain that started as a drive-thru. Today, it has approximately 43,000 employees with more than 2,200 quick-serve restaurants in 18 states. In this episode, Jack in the Box deputy general counsel of 12 years, Ray Pepper, discusses the risks associated with fraudulent claims for the publicly-traded company.

Insurance Risks at Gatorland Theme Park

creese — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 19:42:03 +0000

Opened in 1949, Gatorland is central Florida’s oldest theme park. The 110-acre attraction is home to a multitude of animals, including the powerful alpha predators that are the park’s namesake.

With over 100 employee roles, ranging from custodial and food handling to gator wrestling, the potential for injury is great; however, the incident of harm at Gatorland is very low. Tim Williams, Gatorland’s dean of gator wrestling, attributes low accident rates to the park’s goal of protecting people from themselves.

From Vine to Wine

bpedroso — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 00:11:11 +0000

Don Reha is the winemaker for Orfila Vineyards and Winery in Escondido, California where he oversees the winemaking process from vine to bottle. In this episode of Watching the Risks, Reha talks about insuring and protecting the product and business income through its various stages.

Protecting the Priceless

bpedroso — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 04:50:05 +0000

George Brooks-Gonyer, Vice President, COO & CFO of San Diego Natural History Museum, says preventing loss is key when it comes to insuring the kinds of priceless artifacts put in their care. In this episode of Watching the Risks, Brooks-Gonyer shares the strategy his museum takes to protect what cannot be replaced.

Controlling Claims at the Port

bpedroso — Tue, 26 May 2009 17:55:39 +0000

With over 600 employees and five waterfront properties, Diane Caminite has her hands full as the Unified Port of San Diego’s Risk Management Analyst. In this episode of Watching the Risks, Diane shares with us the Port’s efforts to keep costs down and claims low.

Writing for the Marine Industry

bpedroso — Tue, 27 Jan 2009 22:46:06 +0000

Jim Oberg has been sailing most of his life, which has come in handy as owner of Douglas K. Smith Marine Insurance Inc. in San Diego, CA. In this episode of Watching the Risks, Jim talks about what it takes to write for such a niche market like the marine industry.

Keeping Restaurant Exposures Low

creese — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 21:05:45 +0000

Brian O’Loughlin is managing partner at The Vine, a San Diego, Calif. restaurant that serves wine and beer, and food that pairs well with both. In this episode of Watching the Risks, Brian explains The Vine’s insurance risks and coverage and outlines staff training and other measures he uses to manage risk.