Education: A priority for US….to better serve YOU

Nearly 80% of the insurance-licensed staff here at Consolidated hold at least one insurance designation, and many hold more than one. From well-known certifications like CIC (Certified Insurance Counselor), ACSR (Accredited Customer Service Representative), CLCS (Commercial Lines Coverage Specialist), CAWC (Certified Authority on Workers’ Compensation), CISR (Certified Insurance Service Representative), and AAI (Accredited Advisor in …

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Fleet on the Street – Your Preventative Maintenance Plan

In a recent post we discussed the importance and benefits of a formalized maintenance program for your vehicle fleet (if you missed it, see it here). Having discussed the why of a structured program, let’s talk about the how. What are the components of a successful vehicle maintenance program? Mission statement. Mission statements may seem…

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Employee vs. Independent Contractor – June News from DOL

The month of June saw a significant development from the Department of Labor (DOL) regarding the ongoing classification of employees versus independent contractors. As you are aware, this distinction is an important one with significant implications for taxes, overtime pay and other benefits. On June 7, the DOL withdrew a 2015 administrative interpretation on classifying…

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