The team at Crucial Insurance would like to congratulate Alishia Oliver on her recent promotion to Account Manager. Having been with the company for over a year, it is clear that Alishia consistently has our clients’ interests at heart. From helping with claims to reducing premiums, Alishia’s … [Read more...] about Welcoming Our New Account Manager
We Haven’t felt the Full Impact of La Niña yet – is it Time to Relax?
Previously, I spoke about how, in terms of insurance, businesses can prepare for wet weather events like La Niña. Even if La Niña has not yet translated into wet conditions over the spring season, businesses should still be vigilant over the coming months. A Niña is a phenomenon associated with … [Read more...] about We Haven’t felt the Full Impact of La Niña yet – is it Time to Relax?
Winners – Top Insurance Broker of the Year
I’m proud to announce some great news: we’ve just won the Advisr Top Australian Insurance Broker 2020 award, as well as the Top Insurance Broker by Australian State (Queensland). We are also finalists for: Top Specialist Broker Top Thought Leader Top Brokerage (<20 Staff) Top … [Read more...] about Winners – Top Insurance Broker of the Year
Crucial Insurance is a Finalist for Multiple Insurance Broker Awards
We’re excited to announce that we are now finalists for multiple categories in the ‘Advisr Insurance Broker Awards 2020’. The Advisr Insurance Broker Awards are designed to recognise Australia's best insurance brokers and brokerages across 10 categories. The nominated insurance brokers are judged … [Read more...] about Crucial Insurance is a Finalist for Multiple Insurance Broker Awards
Business Insurance Premiums are Skyrocketing. Here are 4 Easy Ways to Avoid Rising Costs
As the world braces itself with natural disasters, pandemics and uncertain market conditions, many Australian businesses are feeling the strengthening pinch of insurance premiums - there have been reports, for example, of excesses increasing from $100,000 to $250,000 and premiums from $224,000 to … [Read more...] about Business Insurance Premiums are Skyrocketing. Here are 4 Easy Ways to Avoid Rising Costs
La Niña 2020: Insurance for Cyclones & Wet Weather Events Before It’s Too Late. Don’t be left uninsured!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=crW_C1P5rec&feature=youtu.be La Niña has been declared and far North Queensland is bracing itself for an increased risk of tropical cyclones. Named after the Spanish term ‘little girl’, the last La Niña event occurred from 2010-2012 and resulted in one of … [Read more...] about La Niña 2020: Insurance for Cyclones & Wet Weather Events Before It’s Too Late. Don’t be left uninsured!
Insurances needed for companies: how do I know if I have enough?
How to ensure your company is not underinsured A risk many Australian companies face is the fact that they may not have the appropriate business insurance cover when the worst possible circumstances take place. But how do you minimise being underinsured? How do you know if ‘enough’ insurance … [Read more...] about Insurances needed for companies: how do I know if I have enough?
Hiring a contractor instead of an employee – which is better from an insurance perspective? This answer may concern you.
If you’re a growing business, you’ve probably considered whether you should hire a new employee or engage a contractor. For many businesses who are cash or time poor, hiring a contractor may be the more appealing decision. But from an insurance perspective, is it the right one? Imagine the … [Read more...] about Hiring a contractor instead of an employee – which is better from an insurance perspective? This answer may concern you.