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Worker's Compensation and Subcontractors

Why Are My Subcontractors Included in My Workers' Compensation Payroll? If you're a contractor in Michigan, you've probably faced an unexpected surprise when your workers' compensation (WC) audit includes payroll for...

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Cyber Bytes: Beware of IRS Tax Scams

A threatening notification from the IRS can be overwhelming. That’s why it’s a staple in the scammer’s toolkit. They want you to be scared and not take time to think. Common IRS tax scams - These often start with a call...

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Rathbun Insurance Inspires the Next Generation at JA Girls’ Dream Fair

As we close out February’s Insurance Careers Month, we’re proud to celebrate our continued commitment to empowering the next generation of professionals. Today, Producer Heather Cooper-Kim and Account Manager Kim Evans...

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Flipping for a Cause: Rathbun Insurance Supports Haven House’s Pancake Palooza!

This past weekend, Rathbun Insurance proudly showed up in support of Haven House’s Annual Pancake Palooza! As a Special Ingredient Sponsor, we were thrilled to help make this fun-filled event a success. Our President,...

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Reduce Risks Associated With Electric Vehicles

While the federal government and firefighting associations don’t collect data on the number of electric vehicle (EV) fires, there’s one thing all industry specialists seem to agree on: When an EV catches fire, it’s much...

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How To Read and Understand Your Auto Policy

If understanding your auto insurance policy is challenging, you’re not alone. Insurance is a contract, so it has a lot of legal language. But don’t let that scare you. Once you know where to find the information, you...

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4 Water Damage Situations Standard Home Insurance Policies Won’t Cover

No one wants to come home to an overflowing toilet, a backed-up sewer line or a leaking ceiling. Water damage can cause homeowners as much money and anxiety as a fire, an earthquake or a hurricane. The Insurance...

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What Is Negligence?

According to Cornell Law School, negligence is “a failure to behave with the level of care that someone of ordinary prudence would have exercised under the same circumstances.” This applies to professional services and...

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Rathbun Insurance Featured on 1320 WILS Morning Show

We’re excited to share that our very own Laura Stoken, COO of Rathbun Insurance, had the incredible opportunity to be a guest on 1320 WILS here in Lansing! Laura joined morning show host Mike Austin on Wednesday,...

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Kick-Start Your Career in Insurance: 2025 Summer Internship Opportunity at Rathbun Insurance!

Are you a dynamic, ambitious individual ready to dive into the world of insurance? Rathbun Insurance is excited to announce an exclusive opportunity for a 2025 Summer Intern! This is your chance to gain hands-on...

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