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Since 1976, the United States has endured more than ten government shutdowns, each one a stark reminder that political stalemates don’t just halt Washington, they ripple through the entire economy. The 2025 shutdown, now in progress, is no exception. Nearly 750,000 federal workers have been furloughed, and economists estimate that each week of closure could shave $7 billion off GDP growth.

For CPAs and their clients, the message is clear: shutdowns are recurring financial shocks, and preparation can mean the difference between disruption and resilience.

Rising insurance costs are putting added pressure on restaurants and bars already squeezed by higher food and labor expenses. But for many operators, the problem isn’t just inflation, it’s misclassification.

When it comes to insurance, not all “sports bars” are created equal — yet many are priced as if they are.

Too often, the aftermath of workplace tragedies, whether a shooting or harassment lawsuit, reveals the same truth: the warning signs were there, but no one connected the dots. Scattered across departments and silos, crucial information goes unnoticed until it’s too late. The result? Human suffering, reputational damage, lawsuits, and billions in annual costs to employers.