Archive Category: Business Insurance
February 13th 2017

Ransomware puts a bounty on system usage

Just when businesses are getting up to speed with the latest tricks employed by cyber criminals, another rears its ugly head. Ransomware is the practice of extorting a business by blocking access or threatening to damage their systems unless or until a sum of money is paid. While this risk is deemed as “emerging”, instances […]

February 9th 2017

Do you inspect your lifting equipment regularly?

The consequences of under-inspected lifting equipment can be serious, potentially causing serious injuries and even fatalities. Lifting equipment is defined as any machinery or apparatus used for carrying and lowering heavy loads – including overhead cranes, forklifts, motor vehicle lifts and vehicle tail lift, building cleaning cradles and similar. Lifting accessories include any chains, hooks […]

December 8th 2016

What can we learn from the floods of Christmas past?

Storms Desmond, Eva and Frank caused flood chaos over last year’s Christmas period, causing an estimated £1.3bn in claims. What can property owners learn to protect their portfolios from the threat of similar damage this winter?