Privacy and Cyber Security
With the enormous amount of sensitive information stored digitally, companies need to take the proper measures to ensure this data is never compromised. Ultimately, it is the responsibility of business owners to protect their clients’ data. Failing to do so can result in a data breach, which costs companies billions of dollars every year. Understanding the risks involved with data security can help you prevent a privacy breach. Know the Risks The first step in protecting your business is to recognize basic types of risk: Hackers, attackers and intruders—These terms are applied to people who seek to exploit weaknesses in software and computer systems...
Fall Home Maintenance Tips
While spring is a common time for many homeowners to spend some extra attention on upkeep and maintenance, autumn is just as critical a season for preparing your home to withstand the potentially harsh winter weather and temperature conditions that may await you. By making maintenance part of your annual fall routine you can identify potential problems before they arise, and help prepare your home and property for what Mother Nature has to offer. Following are some home maintenance tips to help you prepare for the coming winter: Have your heating system cleaned and inspected annually by a qualified technician.Replace your furnace...
Employment Practices Liability Insurance
From the moment that you start the pre-hiring process until the exit interview, you are vulnerable to an employment-related lawsuit. As a result, your business should take a hard look at whether it can afford to defend itself against alleged wrongful employment practices accusations. If not, there is an insurance solution called employment practices liability that protects against wrongful termination, discrimination or sexual harassment suits from your current, prospective or former employees. This coverage applies to directors, officers and employees, and can sometimes extend to third party liabilities. Why Choose Employment Practices Liability Insurance? According to researchers, three out of five employers...
Ginger Glassman Achieves CISR Elite Status
Arthur Hall Insurance is pleased to announce that the distinction of CISR Elite has been conferred upon Virginia (Ginger) Glassman, of Coatesville, PA,as she successfully completed all nine, classroom or online courses covering all areas of insurance risks and exposures, followed by extensive examinations. The nationally recognized Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR) Program, available to insurance professionals around the world, is distinguished from other programs of its kind by an annual continuing education requirement, which ensures that designees stay current on important policy changes and trends within the industry. Five successful courses are required to achieve the CISR designation; passing all...