Safety
What Insurance Coverages Do General Contractors Need?
A general contractor’s insurance needs can be complicated. A knowledgeable agent can help demystify the options, explain what to require from subcontractors and how to minimize risk.
By Joseph Lalla
May 18, 2019
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Safety
by Joseph Lalla
Joseph Lalla has been a commercial insurance agent with Georgetown Insurance Service, Inc. since 2008. He has a construction background and concentrates on Construction Contractors, Nationwide Limousine Companies and Hazardous Soil Contractors. He is a member of ABC Chesapeake Shores Chapter, the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ Association, Maryland Limousine Association and the Virginia Limo Association.
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