Since January 2010, over two million Massachusetts residents have been impacted by data breaches, with 25% attributed to deliberate hacking and 15% involving theft of credit card numbers. The recent Sony breach exposed personal data of over 100 million customers, illustrating the pervasive threat of cyber attacks across businesses of all sizes.
Murphy Insurance is proud to announce that two team members have been approved for Certified Insurance Service Representative (CISR®) designation. The CISR designation, conferred by the Society of CISR, a non-profit organization affiliated with The National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research, entails completing five challenging courses and examinations, emphasizing comprehensive risk analysis and ongoing professional development through annual continuing education.
Heading into back-to-school season, the question arises: Does your homeowners policy cover your child’s belongings at college? It’s not always straightforward, as residency status and living arrangements can complicate matters, emphasizing the need for clarity and communication with your insurance agent.
Watching “The Town” might not immediately bring insurance to mind, but amidst the action-packed scenes, there are valuable lessons to learn. From ensuring higher Uninsured and Underinsured limits on your car insurance to the importance of timely life insurance, the movie underscores the need for comprehensive protection in the face of unexpected catastrophes.
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Michael D. Murphy, president of D. Francis Murphy Insurance in Hudson, has been appointed vice-chairman of the Marlborough Hospital board. With over 20 years of experience in the insurance industry, Murphy has been a dedicated member of the hospital’s development committee since 2005 and a board member since 2008. He has also served on the Marlborough Economic Development Council and the Boys and Girls Club of MetroWest. His leadership and experience will be invaluable as the hospital expands its services to the community.
The Japan earthquake and tsunami highlight the importance of protecting your business from supplier disruptions. While standard business interruption insurance covers damage to your facility, contingent business interruption insurance covers losses if a key supplier is affected. Manufacturers and other businesses should consider this additional coverage. Contact Murphy Insurance to learn more about how we can help protect your business.
Murphy Insurance Agency is pleased to welcome Maria Millikin as a Sales Executive in our Groton office. With seven years of experience in the insurance industry, including roles at Willis Group and Liberty Mutual, Maria specializes in helping businesses of all sizes, with a focus on the unique risks faced by health care organizations.