Welcome to Hylant Columbus, OH

When purchasing or leasing property for new or expanding business operations, contamination from past activities may be present at the site. The new owner or operator should address environmental indemnification in the purchase or lease documents to protect itself from liability for contamination caused by former owners or operators.

Even if you want to, did you know that you may not legally be allowed to pay a ransomware demand if the attacker is on the Office of Foreign Assets Control sanctions list? It’s critical for Columbus-area nonprofits to have tested response plans in place before events occur, so they know the steps to take—like immediately contacting their cyber insurer and working with pre-approved vendors who can expertly guide the process. Hylant’s cyber risk management experts help you confidently plan for and manage cyber risks with effective processes, tools and cyber insurance coverage.

Hylant’s M&A risk experts help firms in the Columbus region and beyond identify, evaluate, and transfer transaction‑related risk throughout the M&A lifecycle. We review existing insurance programs, identify potential legacy or contingent liabilities, and structure solutions, including representations and warranties insurance, runoff coverage, and post‑close risk programs. This approach helps protect buyers, limit seller exposure, and support smoother deal execution.

Hylant helps Columbus-area employers control rising employee benefits and prescription drug costs through data-driven cost-containment strategies, pharmacy plan optimization, and proactive vendor management.

Without proper construction insurance coverage in place, a subcontractor’s injuries, property damage, or faulty work may become your responsibility, potentially leading to uncovered claims, lawsuits, and project delays. Construction firms protect themselves by verifying subcontractor insurance, enforcing contractual risk transfer, and ensuring certificates and endorsements are structured correctly. Hylant helps builders and developers in the Columbus area put these safeguards in place and stay protected before issues arise, not after a loss occurs.

Good risk management for a franchise and hospitality system is about consistency, prevention, and readiness. It means putting practical controls in place across locations to reduce the chance of losses before they happen, rather than reacting after the fact. When issues do arise, having a clear claims process and experienced claim support helps resolve them efficiently and fairly. It also involves making sure the right insurance programs are in place—such as liability, property, cyber, auto, workers’ compensation, executive risk, and employee benefits—so both the brand and individual franchisees are protected as the system grows.