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Hurricane Milton

Pharmacists Mutual strives to provide peace of mind. If you need our help after the storm passes, rest assured we are here for you. Here is a list of tips to help you prepare for the storm. If any storm damage is incurred, please call our 24-hour hotline at 800.247.5930 and provide your policy number Read More »

Tennessee Floods

Governor Lee issued Executive Order 105 on September 27, 2024, in response to the severe weather and flooding that has recently affected the state. In response to this order, the State of Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance Tennessee issued Bulletin 2024-03 that was directed to all Tennessee-licensed insurance companies and insurance professionals licensed in Read More »

How Hidden Trackers Fight Pharmacy Losses from Looting

Looting is often associated with protests and civil unrest events that spiral out of control. Nefarious characters often take advantage of confusion and highly charged settings to rob and damage local storefronts, smashing and grabbing as much merchandise as possible.   Pharmacies are particularly attractive targets for looters, as the potential for selling stolen narcotics Read More »

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 »