The recent changes to the U.S. health care system have caused shifts in liability trends and the general litigation environment in the medical world. Now that the Affordable Care Act (ACA) is in effect, risk managers in medical facilities can better understand the results of...
How employees across the country work and live shifted greatly in recent years. While employers have adapted to this, it's important they also review cybersecurity for hybrid work. As a business owner, it's important to update your insurance policies as your business evolves. You may already...
Curbside pickup has quickly emerged as a popular and convenient food service option for restaurant owners and customers alike. These operations allow restaurant owners to continue serving customers who prefer off-site dining while giving customers the ability to receive their food orders without even having...
Byars|Wright Insurance, a locally-owned independent insurance agency celebrating its 75-year-anniversary in 2021, recently announced the launch of their new Employee Benefits Department following the acquisition of Decatur-based Business to Business Solutions’ (B2B) employee benefits assets. “Mergers and acquisitions are key components of our ongoing growth strategy,”...
There's a 50% chance that you will need long-term care one day. So...
Did you know you can plan for your future with long-term care insurance? When it comes to health, unfortunately, we don't have a crystal ball to look into the future. Even so, statistics show that Americans are living longer and healthier lives! While this is...
"I'm with a company that handles my insurance and believes in Relationships" - Mayor Stan Hogeland, City of Gardendale. We live here, work here, and are raising our children here together. Just like Byars|Wright, your municipality is a family. Because we understand that those relationships need...
Winter weather can create various driving challenges. Cold temperatures make it difficult for engines to work properly, while snow limits tire traction and salt causes rust on exterior paint. That’s why it is important to protect your car during the winter months by “winterizing” your...
Preparing for winter storms is crucial to survival and safety. Become familiar with winter storm warning signals so you can take appropriate action and learn the dangers of winter ailments so you can avoid injury. Winter Weather Warnings Do you know the difference in the warnings you...
As a homeowner, you take pride in maintaining your investment and protecting it from outside risks. Among these risks, winter weather presents some of the most significant challenges—challenges that may even lead to substantial property damage. You’re probably familiar with the most common sources of property...
For us, partnering with insurance companies that share our values is crucial. As Evan Chambers said in a blog post on this topic, "our agency motto is, “Where Relationships Matter,” but it doesn’t just refer to relationships with our clients. We value and prioritize the...
By CJ Jordan When most people think about life insurance, they usually associate it with protecting their family in the event of their death. Usually, it’s with a term or permanent, “whole life”, policy. It protects the future of their loved ones, providing peace of mind...
Stacey Junkin, Finance Manager at Byars|Wright, spends her free time volunteering with Operation Christmas Child – and not just at Christmas. Operation Christmas Child, with the help of volunteers like Stacey, organize and collect shoeboxes to be delivered to children around the world. What looks like just...
Byars|Wright Inc.’s Director of Operations, Mitchell Garnett, was recently named a Rising Star of Health, Tech, and Innovation by the Birmingham Business Journal. Honorees were selected based on their contributions to their organizations, tangible accomplishments, and their potential to become a leader in their field....
Beyond Byars|Wright, our Agency’s Director of Operations, Mitchell Garnett, dedicates his time and efforts to a local Birmingham non-profit, The WellHouse, as a Junior Board member. Mitchell Garnett tells us that the mission of WellHouse is restoration. According to their website, WellHouse honors God by rescuing...
By CJ Jordan, Producer and Employee Benefit Consultant This year has been unpredictable, to say the least. Due to all of the unknowns stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic, trying to plan your business’s employee benefits for 2021 is a challenge. However, now more than ever, it...
By Lacey Rae Visintainer, Brand Manager Branding used to be just for businesses, or so we thought. Then the internet happened. Fast forward a few years… the beasts we call social media and digital advertising have propelled brands straight into our homes and hands. While this...
By Paul Burnett, Producer According to Business and Industry Connection Magazine, slips, trips, and falls are some of the most common and costly workplace incidents that occur. These incidents end up costing businesses more than $60 billion per year. The cost per claim will be on...
By Mitchell Garnett, Director of Operations, and Life Insurance Producer There are a lot of misconceptions when it comes to life insurance. Many don’t understand just how valuable it can be when it comes to their family’s future. Others have the wrong idea about the costs...
One of the biggest challenges when it comes to insurance for transportation is combining the best rate with the greatest amount of coverage. One of the most common questions our brokers receive is, 'how can I reduce my insurance costs?' There are many factors that...
