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3 Immediate Actions to Take When Civil Unrest is Imminent
Most business owners are aware of the potential for civil unrest within or near their communities. According to the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, there have been more than 700 significant antigovernment protests in more than 147 countries worldwide since 2017. While some citizens take to the streets with good intent to protest peacefully, history Read More »
Hurricane Preparedness
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th. When a hurricane is predicted to make landfall near your location, it’s already too late to prepare. Stores will be out of preparedness supplies, and grocery stores will likely have bare shelves. Now is the time to prepare, to ensure you have the supplies Read More »
5 Steps to Protect Your Business Against Civil Unrest and Riots
Recent studies show that political risk and violence rank as the eighth-largest worry for companies globally in 2024, up from 10th in 2023 and 13th in 2022. This steadily increasing concern is well-placed, as the costs from U.S. riots during the 2020 election year reached $1-$2 billion in insurance claims. Retail companies in particular Read More »
Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company Releases New Civil Unrest & Riot Prep Toolkit
Pharmacists Mutual Insurance Company has recently released a robust toolkit designed specifically for our members. This toolkit equips businesses with the necessary tools and knowledge to fortify themselves against the potential damage and loss caused by civil unrest and riots, empowering them to face these challenges with confidence. According to international risk watchdogs, 2024 has Read More »
Hurricane Preparedness
Pharmacists Mutual reminds everyone to be vigilant regarding predicted storms, their path, and intensity. Also, be aware that storm surge is considered flooding and not covered unless specific flood coverage/policy is in place. Please take action to protect your property from flooding. Hurricane season begins June 1st (May 15th in the Pacific Ocean) and will Read More »
RM Alert: Hurricane Idalia
Hurricane Preparedness The National Weather Service forecasts Idalia to become a major storm before it reaches the Gulf coast of Florida. There is an increasing risk of a storm surge and hurricane-force winds along portions of the west coast of Florida and the Florida panhandle beginning as early as late Tuesday. After making landfall Read More »
RM Alert: Hurricane Hilary
Hurricane Preparedness Hurricane Hilary strengthened to a Category 4 storm early Friday and is expected to weaken before reaching California. However, The National Weather Service warned the system was expected to bring “significant impacts” to the Southwest this weekend into early next week. Additionally, The National Hurricane Center issued a tropical storm watch for Read More »
Conveyor Belt Safety
Conveyor belts were invented in the 1790’s. American groceries began using steel conveyor belts in 1901. By the 1960’s, automated conveyor belts were appearing in grocery stores across the nation. Though a major convenience for staff and customers alike, conveyor belts also pose a number of risks. A study conducted in 2009 by Dr. Zhinong Read More »
Status of Mifepristone Update 4/21/23
Update – Friday, April 21, 2023 – The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 7-2 today to stay the entire order issued by Judge Kacsmaryk of Texas. This ruling overrules the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals’ order that partially stayed Kacsmaryk’s order. As a result, mifepristone’s status will remain unchanged until the Fifth Circuit hears the case Read More »
Status of Mifepristone Update
Update – Thursday, April 20, 2023 – Justice Samuel Alito extended his stay until 11:59 p.m. on Friday, April 21, 2023. Pharmacists may continue to dispense mifepristone according to previous state and Federal laws until an order is issued or the stay extended again. The recent Federal court rulings on the status of mifepristone Read More »