SPRINGFIELD (WGGB) — It seems every week there’s another company that’s been hacked. Who can forget the massive cyber-attack on Target just before the holiday’s in 2013, when a hacker stole more than 40 million credit and debit card numbers? Then in April, hackers hit Home Depot and stole 56 million credit card accounts. More recently, insurance giant Anthem fell
Read MoreIn the wake of the massive computer hacking that hit health insurer Anthem, Inc., insurance account executive Michael Levin of the Dowd Insurance Agencies discusses the dangers and serious financial liabilities many even small companies, businesses and medical offices can face in terms of protecting client and patient information. Watch the full segment on WGBY’s Connecting Point here.
Read MoreMichael Levin – an Account Executive at The Dowd Agencies spoke to The Berkshire Eagle about the importance of having data breach liability insurance. PITTSFIELD >> While last week’s data breach at Anthem Health Care conjured up memories of recent attacks on Target or Home Depot, experts say this case could have more serious consequences for consumers. While the Anthem thieves
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The Dowd Agencies, has merged the firm’s two Indian Orchard-based offices into one located at 485 Main St. in the Indian Orchard section of Springfield. Read Full Coverage on; Masslive.com and BusinessWest.com
Read MoreIf the Answer Is ‘No,’ the Consequences Could Be Costly By MICHAEL LEVIN When it comes to cyber security and data breaches, no system is infallible. Some of the largest companies in the world have been victims of data breaches. Recently, the Swansea, Mass. Police Department contracted the CrytoLocker computer virus, and paid ransom to gain access to their files.
Read MoreWEST SPRINGFIELD/HOLYOKE, Mass. (WGGB) –Tire Warehouse was one of the first places people went after their tires blew on Rt. 5, battling potholes. “We’ve been seeing a lot of damage, Between tires, wheels, the whole thing. People are calling us off the hook, wondering if they have road hazard coverage or not,” said manager Tim Dowley. In fact, in recent
Read MoreHow to Reduce Stress and Optimize Outcomes in Filing Insurance Claims John E. Dowd, Jr. December 17, 2013 Business West Let’s begin with the premise that insurance companies are in the business of paying claims, pure and simple. However, as most people are aware, the process of filing and then being paid for compensable claims is not always easy or
Read MoreRobert W. Gilbert, principal and president of The Dowd Insurance Agencies was featured on WGGB speaking on the new federal law designed to replenish the National Flood Insurance Fund. Click here to read the full article.
Read MoreWhy Life Insurance Is Important for Small Businesses By BILL WALTHOUSE In any business, the death of a key person can seriously cripple stability. Therefore, securing a life-insurance policy is an essential part of a business plan regardless of the industry served, and for many reasons. For example, with life insurance in place, the business can use the death-benefit proceeds
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