How Cybercriminals Are Weaponizing Artificial Intelligence

The past few years have seen artificial intelligence (AI) surge in popularity among both businesses and individuals. Such technology encompasses machines, computer systems and other devices that can simulate human intelligence processes. In other words, this technology can perform a variety of cognitive functions typically associated with the human mind, ...

Commercial Insurance - Distracted Driving Stats

A Crash Course on DISTRACTED DRIVING Did you know that 31% of employees admit to getting in a crash or collision while driving to work because they are distracted? That’s up from 26% last year.* Our newest distracted driving index highlights surprising statistics about employer expectations and employee technology use on ...

Property Rate: Current Market Trends and Insights

via Travelers Insurance Company   CATASTROPHIC LOSSES A Leading Driver of Rising Property Insurance Costs When the eye of the storm wreaks havoc, many commercial properties are faced with the aftermath. In 2022, hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, wildfires and blizzards continued to strain the industry at an alarming rate. ...

Personal Insurance - 2022 Home Market Trends

Why Rate Pressures are Building in the Home Insurance Market

Not only are claims more prevalent, repairs/replacements are more costly. As the home industry deals with an increase in loss costs, here are some of the factors that may affect premiums moving forward.

Personal Insurance - 2022 Auto Market Trends

The Many Factors Driving Auto Insurance Rates 

Not only are accidents more likely, repairs/replacements are more costly.

As the auto industry deals with an increase in loss costs, here are some of the factors that may affect premiums moving forward.

HR Insights: 6 Employment Practices Exposures

via The Travelers Indemnity Company

Over the past few years, employers faced a heightened Employment Practices Liability (EPL) risk environment with expanding exposures. Some of those exposure changes were driven by cultural shifts (sexual harassment and increasing verdicts); some were driven by legislation (biometric information claims); and some ...

HR Insights: Managing Remote Employees Series

4 Ways to Support Remote Employee Collaboration and Productivity

Working remotely doesn’t always come naturally to employees, especially among those who are used to the accountability of in-person workplaces. Remote work requires focus and restraint amid the countless distractions present in the home, and it lacks the socialization ...

HR Insights: Managing Remote Employees Series

Handling the Influx of Remote Work Requests

Before the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the merits and pitfalls of working remotely were often debated. As states went into lockdown to help stop the spread of the coronavirus, many workforces were forced to go online and quickly adapt to a remote-only ...

HR Insights: Managing Remote Employees Series

Establishing Company Culture in the Remote Workplace

Many organizations take pride in their company culture—often, it can be a core competency and a competitive advantage. As employers expand remote work opportunities to more employees than ever before, organizations may want to consider how their culture can stay ...

Just the Tips: Remote Employees

Remote employees pose a unique risk to business owners. In this episode of Just the Tips with Jenn and Eric, we talk about those risk factors and discuss ways business owners can keep their employees safe and themselves protected.

HR Insights: Managing Remote Employees Series

Managing Employees Who Struggle in the Remote Environment

As many organizations are adapting to newly remote teams, leaders are challenged with addressing the challenges of the remote environment. Remote work remains a relevant topic for employers, and it will continue post-coronavirus. Many managers find themselves tasked with effectively ...

Ransomware-as-a-Service (RaaS) Explained

Ransomware attacks—which entail a cybercriminal deploying malicious software to compromise a device (or multiple devices) and demand a large payment be made before restoring the technology for the victim—have become a significant concern for organizations across industry lines. In fact, the latest research provides that these attacks have ...