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The Growing Importance of Cybersecurity and Cyber Liability Insurance: A Look at MGM’s Incident
In today’s digital landscape, cyber-attacks are becoming more frequent and sophisticated, prompting businesses to elevate their cybersecurity efforts and consider cyber liability insurance. Recent breaches faced by major companies like MGM Resorts International and Caesars Entertainment highlight the gravity and unpredictability of these threats. MGM’s Cyber Breach: A Wake-Up CallOn
Protective Safeguards in Commercial Property Insurance: A Guide for Insureds
Commercial property insurance is an essential safeguard for businesses, protecting assets and ensuring continuity in the face of unexpected disasters. As a business owner, it’s crucial to understand the protective safeguards included in your insurance policy. These safeguards are designed to mitigate risks, reduce potential losses, and promote responsible practices.
Liquor Liability for Tasting Rooms
At Swarts Manning Spirits, we specialize in providing commercial insurance expertise and risk mitigation for the winery, brewery, and distillery industries. The spirits industry faces unique risks that require supplemental coverages beyond standard general liability, property, commercial auto, workers’ compensation, and umbrella policies. Specialized coverages such as crop protection, contamination
Cyber Security: Do You Decline Cyber Insurance Coverage Despite Acknowledging The Growing Risk?
Does it surprise anyone that cyber security is such a hot topic in our digital world? The Internet of Things (IoT) describes the network of physical objects embedded with sensors, software, and other technologies that connect and exchange data over the internet. According to Statista, there are approximately 15.14 billion
Ransomware Attack Targets Schools, Businesses, and Government Agencies: What You Need to Know
A widespread ransomware attack orchestrated by Russian cybercriminals has impacted schools, businesses, and government agencies worldwide. While the full scope of the attack is still under assessment, the US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) has reported intrusions in several federal agencies, with significant repercussions for businesses and individuals. State
Navigating Workers’ Comp Audit Difficulties: A Guide for Insureds
Workers’ compensation insurance is a vital safeguard for both employers and employees, providing financial protection in the event of workplace injuries. However, the annual audit process can present challenges for insureds. Insurance carriers conduct audits to ensure accurate premium calculations based on actual payroll and job classifications. While audits are
Product Recall: Preparation and Insurance
Product recalls are complex and heavily regulated processes that can be costly for businesses, whether you are a manufacturer, supplier, or retailer. A product recall refers to the act of returning, exchanging, or replacing a product in the marketplace after a defect is discovered. Defects can include anything that hinders
Risks with Products in Storage or Transit
The spirits industry is a complex and highly regulated field that requires meticulous attention to detail, particularly when it comes to the storage and transit of products. Businesses in this industry face several significant risks when their products are stored or transported. One of the main risks is the sensitivity
73% of Organizations Hit by Ransomware in 2022
Seventy-three percent of organizations reported being hit with at least one successful ransomware attack in 2022, and 38% said they experienced two or more attacks, according to Barracuda Networks’ 2023 Ransomware Insights report. The report revealed that organizations facing multiple attacks were more likely to pay a ransom to restore
How California’s New Wildfire Risk Scoring Is Reshaping Commercial Property Insurance
How is California’s changing wildfire risk scoring affecting commercial property insurance? In many cases, carriers are looking more closely at
Should Your CPA and Insurance Broker Work Together? Why It Matters for Business Owners
Most business owners assume their advisors are aligned, but in reality, your CPA and your insurance broker are usually working
Why a Bigger Broker Doesn’t Mean a Better Price
If you’ve ever shopped for commercial insurance, you’ve probably heard the pitch from a large national brokerage: “We place billions of
Captive Insurance Explained: When It’s Time to Take Control of Your Risk
Many companies are already paying for their own losses. Large deductibles, rising premiums, and unpredictable renewals often mean businesses are
Celebrating a Legacy of Partnership and Rising Talent at UNLV
At Swarts Manning, we are proud to mark a meaningful milestone in our ongoing relationship with the University of Nevada,
Why AI Is Changing the Cyber Insurance Conversation
If you’ve been watching the AI space this month, you may have caught headlines about something called Claude Mythos, a
