While directors and officers liability has been traditionally thought of as insurance for publicly traded companies, increasingly it’s smaller companies that account for the largest share of exposure among top decision-makers. A study published by the news website Advisen found that over the past 10 years, small businesses accounted for 70% of all D&O insurance…Read more
Top 10 Reasons You Need Cyber Insurance
With reports of cyber criminals increasingly focusing on smaller companies for targeted attacks, now more than ever businesses that store sensitive data need to consider how they protect their information systems. And while you can install firewalls and take other precautionary measures, should an attack occur, you will be left facing untold costs and possible…Read more
Why You Need Umbrella Insurance
Umbrella insurance provides protection beyond standard coverage, and they are available in increments of a million dollars. Sometimes known as an excess liability or personal liability insurance, umbrella insurance doesn’t stand alone. Instead, it adds another layer of liability protection on top of the liability built into other policies you have, including auto, homeowner’s, or…Read more
Why Your Business Needs Professional Liability Insurance
A majority of companies are leaving themselves exposed to lawsuits as they take on high-end professional services work and demands grow for expedited deadlines. In fact, a recent report by Forbes Insights and The Hanover found that 40% of small business owners believe they face professional risks, yet they have not purchased professional liability insurance…Read more
Builders Risk Insurance
Builders risk policies are not totally comprehensive, though. While specific policies vary, the vast majority of construction coverage policies are written based on a regulator-approved standard form. So for the most part, you can expect your policy to cover the buildings and structures on the property, including the systems directly installed thereto. Usually, your standard…Read more
Types of Insurance a Small Business Needs
If you are just getting a business off the ground, have bought equipment, and started hiring employees, insurance should be top of mind. There are four types of insurance that most small businesses purchase to protect themselves, and without them, one accident or oversight could leave you with liabilities you may not be able to…Read more
Catalytic Converter Thefts on the Rise
People typically lock their cars when they park them to safeguard personal items and components inside the vehicle. Increasingly, however, criminals are less interested in what’s inside the car than they are in what’s underneath it — the catalytic converter. The National Insurance Crime Bureau has reported that thefts of catalytic converters jumped by 325%…Read more
Determining Who Is at Fault in an Auto Accident
Determining who is legally responsible in an auto accident requires identifying who the negligent party is. In most cases, common sense can be used to determine fault, but often drivers do not know exactly which laws were broken by the at-fault party. This makes it more difficult to prove a case to an insurer when…Read more
Does Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Damage to Your Foundation?
If you find signs that your house’s foundation may be damaged, it’s obviously disconcerting since it is the support structure for your entire home. A damaged foundation can wreak havoc, putting your home off-kilter, and making those repairs can be costly. You may think that your homeowner’s insurance will cover repairs, but that’s only true…Read more
Log4j Puts Your Business at Risk
The federal government is warning that a newly discovered computer software vulnerability poses a major threat to the security of computer networks around the country. Cybercriminals are exploiting holes in open-source code software commonly used in computer applications, websites, and cloud services, which can allow them to seize control of a business’s computer network if…Read more
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