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Advice on Flood Policies during Stormy Summer

David Griffin Jr. was interviewed on Western Mass News about what flood policies cover and the steps you can take to protect yourself.

Ransomware Insurance: What Business Owners Need to Know

Learn how ransomware insurance can limit immediate and long-term financial damage to your business if you are attacked.

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Hobby or Business: Understanding Farm Insurance

When you think of a farm, what do you picture? Acres and acres of corn or wheat sprawling off into the distance? If this is what you’ve envisioned, you’re right—but not entirely. Anything as small as a backyard garden could be considered a home business in need of insurance.

How to Have a Successful Virtual Meeting

What to do before, during and after a virtual meeting to make it successful for you and your participants.

What does Business Interruption Insurance Cover?

With so many businesses closed due to COVID-19 restrictions, you may wonder if they can use their business interruption insurance to cover some of their costs.

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Don’t Drift Away: Dangers of Drowsy Driving

We talk a lot about the dangers of distracted driving and drunk driving, but the dangers of drowsy driving are just as important—and just as fatal.

Tips to be cyber smart and avoid data breaches

Be Cyber Smart: Tips for Work and Home

In recognition of Cyber Security Month, review these tips to help you reduce your risks of a breach at work and home.

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Storm Damage Questions? We’ve Got Answers

Questions about insurance coverage for storm damage caused by Storm Isaias? Dave Griffin provided answers.

John Dowd Explains: Why Business-Interruption Insurance Doesn’t Cover COVID-19

In this Business West article, John Dowd Jr. explains why business interruption insurance doesn’t cover COVID-19, and what would happen to the insurance industry if it did.

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Don’t Be a Victim of Unemployment Insurance Fraud

If your information is stolen and used to apply for UI benefits, you could be denied your benefits if you are laid off.

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