The legal cannabis industry is one of the fastest-growing sectors in the United States. Already worth over $10 billion in annual sales, the economic impact of cannabis could reach as high as $77 billion by 2022, according to Business Insider. As the industry grows, so has its insurance risks. Understandably, cannabis operations’ first insurance priorities …
Construction spending continues to reach historic heights. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, approximately $1.3 trillion is spent each year on domestic construction projects. The increased spending correlates with an increase in the number of construction projects being executed. This ultimately translates to greater exposure and bottom-line risk for all companies involved in the supply …
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Working from Home vs. Office: Who Gets More Done? Telecommuting, or working from home, is becoming a popular trend in the workforce. In fact, it’s estimated that nearly 40% of full-time employees will be remote workers in the next 10 years. In the last 13 years, the number of employees working from home at least …
On October 1, the Federal Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning about the so-called URGENT/11 cybersecurity flaws that leave certain Wi-Fi-enabled medical devices vulnerable to being remote-controlled by hackers, such as cardiac pacemakers, implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICDs) or insulin pumps. The FDA indicated that devices potentially at risk are those utilizing IPnet, a decades-old software …
…and how to lower it. 1. Harassment and Bullying Spark More Lawsuits All school personnel should receive misconduct alertness training so they can spot the signs of abuse and intervene early. Anonymous reporting tools can also help drive earlier intervention. 2. Title IX Expansion Increases Due Process Liability. Title IX is a law that was …
Moving into a new rental property is such an exciting process! Sure, it’s also super time-consuming and can be pretty demanding, but finally settling in can bring so much joy. Before signing a lease, make sure you know what you’re getting yourself into. Your lease is more than just a piece of paper with boring …
Motorcycle riders or passengers are injured or killed on average every six minutes in the United States every day, according to the National Safety Council (NSC). Even though motorcycles account for 0.6% of all vehicle miles in the U.S., they make up 14% of all traffic fatalities. Two main risks More than half of motorcycle accidents …
Non-profits file D&O claims twice as much as for-profits. Learn more about this growing risk and D&O coverage specifically designed to meet the needs of non-profits. Why D&O Policies are Vital for Non-Profit Organizations Running one of the 1.5 million non-profit organizations in the United States is a fulfilling and meaningful experience. It also brings …