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Most goods in the U.S. are delivered by truck. Trucking companies, businesses that deliver their own product and their customers rely on well-functioning vehicles and drivers for the success of their operations.

Too often, though, driving a truck is not conducive to good health. That can spell trouble for the drivers and for the profitability of their employers.

Read this to see what you can do to maintain a healthy driving force.

When most people think about job safety and hazards in the workplace, they think about construction and manufacturing work environments.

Office hazards are either forgotten or ignored because the general assumption is that they are minor when compared to those in more labor-intensive work environments. But people do in fact get injured or sickened in offices all the time. Here's what you should be doing to ensure the safety of your office workers.  

Every employer, no matter how small, faces the specter of being sued by a past, present or prospective employee at some time.

In fact, such employment practices claims are widespread - so much so that most businesses are much more likely to have an employment practices liability claim than a general liability or property loss claim. The stakes are even higher now in the #MeToo era. Are you protected?

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has approved all of the Workers' Compensation Insurance Rating Bureau's recommended changes to the wage thresholds for construction industry dual classifications to take effect Sept. 1, 2026.

What are the new thresholds?

The economy in mid-2026 can be difficult for retirees, particularly as inflation continues to drive up the cost of everyday staples, electricity, health care and insurance premiums. 

On top of that, people are living longer than ever, so retirees must ensure they don't outlive their savings. How can they do that?

For many retirees, one of the biggest changes after leaving the workforce is that the government eventually requires them to withdraw money from certain retirement accounts.

These withdrawals, known as required minimum distributions, apply to most traditional IRAs and employer-sponsored retirement plans like 401(k)s and 403(b)s. Missing an RMD deadline can trigger significant tax penalties, making it important to understand the rules and plan ahead.

Builders risk policies are nuanced and often include multiple conditions that determine whether the insurer considers a loss a covered event. Those caveats are embedded in the policy's sublimits, extensions and definitions in the endorsements.

To avoid having a claim denied due to these conditions, contractors should pay attention to water damage sublimits, delay-related extensions and key policy terms that may narrow coverage substantially.

Insurers are taking a more nuanced and expansive view of construction firms' risks when underwriting policies due to ongoing challenges affecting the construction industry.

Severe labor shortages, inflationary pressures and lingering supply-chain disruptions continue to complicate construction operations and increase project costs.

At the same time, a surge in digital infrastructure, power generation and other large-scale industrial projects is fueling demand for construction insurance while introducing new and more complex risks.

More American homes include a new addition: a drone. While these gadgets can be loads of fun to fly, they also come with responsibility and risks of property damage and bodily injury.

And as people start flying drones, there will be accidents and injuries followed by claims and even lawsuits. Here's how you can protect yourself.

While summer is a time for fun and sun outdoors, at least 200 children lose their lives in pools each year during this season. The Red Cross sponsors several campaigns and provides safety tips to help Americans keep themselves and their families safe around pools and hot tubs. Here are some vital tips to remember.

A new report finds that many employers believe they are doing a good job meeting workers' benefits needs, but employees often see things differently.

The findings in Aflac's "Workforces Report" highlight growing gaps in communication, financial preparedness and access to benefits information that could affect engagement and retention. The report identifies areas where employers can improve benefits delivery and increase benefit uptake and usage, which can help improve employee retention and attract new talent.

A recent survey of more than 900 men found that 42% skipped recommended medical care in the past year, while 82% said they prioritize their family's needs over their own health.

Those findings should be a wake-up call for employers. Preventive care can help identify health issues before they become serious and expensive, yet many men are delaying routine screenings, annual physicals and mental health care.