How to Create a Risk Management Plan for ConsultantsThere’s a relatively common notion that independent consultants spend a lot of their time traveling abroad and doing their work poolside (probably with a pina colada in hand). Sounds like a dream, right? It’s a dream for consultants, too, because it’s far from reality for most. While […]
The biggest legal industry cyber attacks and trends
The biggest legal industry cyber attacks and trendsTo say that law firm cyber attacks are now more common is a massive understatement. As the American Bar Association (ABA) notes: “Cybersecurity is a nemesis for law firms these days. We can’t seem to go a single day without hearing about some sort of security event such […]
This Year, So Far | Embroker June 2024 Newsletter
This Year, So Far | Embroker June 2024 NewsletterAs we reach the midpoint of 2024, it’s time to take stock of the big moves and small changes that have reshaped our business landscape. Groundbreaking AI advancements, evolving cybersecurity threats, and a cautiously optimistic economic outlook have made the first half of this year has been […]
Real Estate Risk Management Guide & Checklist
Real Estate Risk Management Guide & Checklist As a real estate agent, you’re not just in the business of helping people find their dream homes or sell their properties. You’re also in the business of managing risks. Every day, you navigate a complex landscape of legal, financial, and practical challenges. This real estate risk management […]
Insurance Underwritingand Economic Analysis: “Art and Science”
Insurance Underwritingand Economic Analysis: “Art and Science” By Lewis Nibbelin, Guest Blogger for Triple-I Home and auto insurance premium rates have been a topic of considerable public discussion as rising replacement costs and other factors – from climate-related losses to fraud and legal system abuse – have driven rates up and, in some states, crimped […]
Risk Management Guide for Home Inspectors
Risk Management Guide for Home InspectorsRisk management is synonymous with home inspectors. After all, they help manage risk for prospective homebuyers. But what about managing the risks that home inspectors themselves face? Or, is anyone thinking about home inspector risk management more broadly? Risk management is crucial for a successful home inspection business. In fact, […]
NCCI Event Shines a Light on Workers Comp
NCCI Event Shines a Light on Workers CompWilliam Nibbelin, Senior Research Actuary, Triple-I The recent National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) Annual Insights Symposium (AIS) in Orlando, Fla., provided important context and clarity around the state of the workers compensation line of business. As a new senior research actuary for Triple-I, my prior knowledge of […]
Accurately WritingFlood Coverage Hinges on Diverse Data Sources
Accurately WritingFlood Coverage Hinges on Diverse Data Sources Flood risk is not only one of the most destructive perils facing property owners; it is among the most complicated forms of coverage for property/casualty insurers to underwrite. For decades, the private market wouldn’t cover flood risk, which is why the National Flood Insurance Program had to […]
How to Conduct a Law Firm Risk Assessment
How to Conduct a Law Firm Risk Assessment“Taking risks doesn’t mean shirking responsibility, but embracing possibilities.” – Vick Hope Especially if that responsibility is conducting a law firm risk assessment. Leave it to an author and journalist to have a way with words, right? While applicable to anyone’s professional or personal life, we think this […]
How to Develop a Cybersecurity Policy for Law Firms
How to Develop a Cybersecurity Policy for Law FirmsIf you’re a managing partner or an operations manager at a law firm, there’s so much on your to-do list. So, while you’re at it, can you develop a cybersecurity policy for law firms? Between HR responsibilities, business owner duties, the actual functions of being an attorney, […]
The Biggest Cyber Threats to Law Firms
The Biggest Cyber Threats to Law FirmsRisk is all around us. There’s the extreme physical kind, including earthquakes and sidewalk punchers. Then there are digital risks, like hackers who target individuals and businesses alike. That’s part of the reason why keeping track of the biggest cyber threats to law firms is so important. Law firms […]
Law Firm Cyber Attack Response Plan
Law Firm Cyber Attack Response PlanAs a lawyer, your clients trust you with their most confidential information, making you a prime target for cybercriminals who are increasingly targeting law firms. But, do you have a law firm cyber attack response plan? While we hate to be the bearers of bad news, there’s a good chance […]