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 …

When a business suffers a loss to a fixed physical asset, such as when a fire damaged a building, the insured may incur an interruption to their business which can result in the loss of income and the incurrence of expenses. The Property insurance policy will define what a business interruption (BI) loss is and …

For almost 15 years, Paperless Insurance Services agency has offered exceptional and cost-effective insurance solutions for educational institutions. We specialize in Higher Education insurance for colleges and universities with 10,000 or fewer enrolled students and provide excellent insurance products that cover everything from general liability, property, educators legal liability, employment practices liability as well as …

Just about all types of contractors have environmental exposure. From a roofing contractor to an electrical contractor and everything in between, there are various degrees of environmental exposures. Who needs Contractors Pollution Insurance? Many contractors have a need for Contractors Pollution coverage, including, but not limited to: Utility, street, and road Plumbing/piping Excavation/grading Heavy highway …

There have been many alarming stories in the media about sexual abuse of children in athletic organizations, religious organizations, and schools. Organizations have a responsibility to protect the children they support from a sexual perpetrator. Beyond the moral responsibility, some organizations, such as youth sports organizations, are required by law to take specific steps to …