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Risk Management
Are Work-from-Home Employees Covered by Workers Comp?
Looking at risks like slips and falls and other risks Work from home surges under COVID-19 Employees had to quickly figure out the work from home logistics at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. Now that workers have conquered those
Fear of armed intruders in houses of worship
Steps you can take toward lowering the risk of such an event We addressed the topic of armed intruders in businesses and in schools in previous blog posts. Unfortunately, today we’ll be looking at shootings that take place in churches,
Tips to Avoid Business Slander/Libel Lawsuits and Liability Coverage
How words actually can hurt you… in the pocket. I often get quizzical looks from small business owners when I mention the importance of Personal and Advertising Injury coverage in a General Liability policy. They don’t realize they may be
Why Organizations Hide Sexual Abuse Incidents
What drives organizations to conceal the such vile behavior? The news of yet another sex abuse scandal in the Catholic church sparked fresh outrage. The abuse itself is enough to make your blood boil. But it boggles the mind knowing so
Cyber Thugs Available for Hire: Protect Yourself
Revenge is the new cyber risk True crime aficionados, there’s a whole new subgenre out there for you: hackers for hire. Yes, you can hire a cyber thug to to wreak havoc on your enemies, be they corporate or personal.
Active Shooters and Businesses: Risk Management and Insurance
Training and risk management are key in the event of an incident In the wake of the Las Vegas shooting incident, special events coordinators are stepping up their risk management protocols. Such violence represents the potential for personnel and property
Is a Flood of Sexual Harassment Litigation About to Hit Small Business?
Allegations will soon surface in businesses of every size in every industry No industry is immune from the types of sexual harassment complaints currently piling up against entertainment celebrities and political figures. It’s quite clear that women in the workforce
2-Factor Authentication for Business Online Account Protection
You go to a lot of trouble to protect the business you worked hard to establish and grow. Maybe you’ve installed an electronic security system, conducted background checks on your employees, employed security guards, or even have guard dogs on
Small Businesses and Employee Theft
Losses to business can be staggering Business owners want to trust their employees, especially those who have been on board for years and have become “part of the family.” The 2015 Hiscox Embezzlement Watchlist revealed that smaller companies suffer the
Dog Bites Leave Scars on Cost of Homeowner Claims
When man’s best friend is a liability If you’ve been considering dog training for the family pooch, now might be the time to enroll – the cost of a class could save you thousands of dollars. Approximately 1,000 people in
