It seems that we are alerted to another cyber breach almost every day. Some of the most recent cyberattacks include the Starwood, Marriott, Hyatt hotels; Oracle’s MICROS Point-of-Sale and Newkirk Productions, a service provider that issues healthcare ID cards. It is to be expected that the data breaches making headlines are those that are very […]
September 13, 2016
Flooding can happen just about anywhere when you least expect it, even in the desert! As remnants of Tropical Storm Javier swept through the Southwest in early August, Tucson was heavy hit with flash floods as reported by the Associated Press. Most recently, the devastation in Louisiana has affected over 50,000 homes and of those […]
September 6, 2016
If your business handles hazardous material you are required by OSHA to maintain a written policy regarding the handling, care and disposal of those materials. The transmittal of information is to be accomplished by means of comprehensive hazard communication programs which are required to include container labeling and other forms of warning, safety data sheets […]
August 30, 2016
the management and administration of employee benefit plans The bonds mentioned above are at times intermingled, but have specific roles in how they are used. The Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA) is a federal law enacted in 1974 that established minimum standards for plan administrators and investment advisers to protect employee pension and health […]
August 24, 2016
In cyber space, Social engineering is the art of manipulating people so they give up confidential information. Learn more about how hackers are using tactics to gain your personal information in this article, 7 Social Engineering Tactics that Hackers are Using to Trick Employees by Liz Riley of Arroyo Insurance Services. BOGUS INVOICE – A […]
August 16, 2016
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention in 2013, 2,163 teens in the United States ages 16–19 were killed and 243,243 were treated in emergency departments for injuries suffered in motor vehicle crashes. What are the danger zones for teens? Driver […]
August 2, 2016
On Tuesday June 14th, an alligator grabbed and dragged Lane Graves, a 2-year-old from Elkhorn, Nebraska, at a lagoon at the Disney Grand Floridian Resort and Spa as he waded in shallow water. His body was found a day later. This news shocked us all and we were left to wonder who, if anybody has […]
July 21, 2016
1. Know your risks Prior to looking for a policy, some due diligence ahead of time on your cybersecurity practices can be helpful in obtaining the best premium possible and getting terms that are important for your organization. Know the potential number of records your company maintains that could be exposed. This number is not […]
July 13, 2016
We are reminding you of the potential for Liquor Liability when you serve alcohol to your guests during this time of graduations, weddings, bar mitzvahs, and 4th of July just around the corner! During such festivities there is always fun, laughter and the enjoying of your family and friends. Don’t ruin these special occasions by […]
June 29, 2016
When preparing an Emergency Response Plan for unexpected disasters a key ingredient is your Emergency Communication List. You may want to begin by choosing an emergency contact person outside of your geographic area because it may be easier to call long distance than locally after a disaster. Take a minute now to call or email […]
June 21, 2016