In the modern business environment, companies storing customer data and utilizing technology must remain vigilant against the potential risks of cyber/data breaches. Those providing technology services or accessing third-party data need to exercise heightened diligence as their exposure extends beyond their immediate clients to encompass all customers of those clients.
A new law passed, effective April 7, 2015, mandating drivers to activate headlights and taillights alongside windshield wipers. Non-compliance with this regulation constitutes ticketable and surchargeable offenses, potentially leading to increased insurance premiums.
There are many things you might not know about your current insurance policies for your home, family, cars, and business. It is important to understand what is and isn’t covered.
Claims significantly shape the evolution of insurance products, influencing both the specific loss situations covered and the markets or geographic areas insurers target. At a micro-level, claims trends may lead to exclusions in policy coverage, while at a macro-level, they determine insurers’ business interests.
Property owners must manage snow accumulation on roofs during winter storms to prevent hazards. From clearing snow from vents to watching for structural weaknesses, taking proactive steps can safeguard against damage and potential accidents.
The choice of where to obtain Workers’ Comp Insurance can impact your business. While classification rates are determined by the Commonwealth, individual insurance companies may offer modified or decreased rates for specific job classifications, potentially leading to cost savings.
The Affordable Care Act introduced numerous reforms in 2014, with additional provisions such as the shared responsibility penalty and related requirements set to take effect in 2015. The impact of these changes on your business hinges on the size of the employer group your company belongs to.
Murphy Insurance Agency proudly celebrates the success of its Toys for Tots Drive, gathering 691 toys and securing a $200 cash donation through its Facebook® campaign. These efforts have spread joy to numerous children, embodying the agency’s commitment to compassion and generosity.
Starting January 1, 2015, OSHA introduces stringent regulations for reporting and recording severe work-related injuries or fatalities, aiming to bolster workplace safety. With 4,405 workplace fatalities in 2013 alone, the initiative targets proactive prevention measures and employer accountability to curb such incidents.
Most managers gauge their legal vulnerability by their perceived competence as leaders, assuming that treating employees well shields them from lawsuits. However, if a firm has more than two employees excluding spouses, legal risks arise regardless of managerial perception.
Murphy Insurance Agency provides insurance solutions across Massachusetts and New England. Where you live is not a barrier to our assisting you. We are proud to serve the communities where our customers live and work, including Acton, Ashland, Ayer, Bellingham, Berlin, Blackstone, Bolton, Boston, Boxborough, Boylston, Chelmsford, Clinton, Concord, Devens, Dunstable, Fitchburg, Foxborough, Framingham, Franklin, Groton, Harvard, Holliston, Hopedale, Hopkinton, Hudson, Lancaster, Leominster, Littleton, Lunenburg, Marlborough, Maynard, Medfield, Medway, Mendon, Milford, Millis, Millville, Natick, Norfolk, Northborough, Northbridge, Pepperell, Sherborn, Shirley, Shrewsbury, Southborough, Sterling, Stow, Sudbury, Townsend, Upton, Uxbridge, Wayland, Westborough, Westford, Weston, Whitinsville, Worcester, and last but not least, Wrentham.