Virtually every aspect of our personal and professional lives is password protected. Forgetting your password is like forgetting where you parked. You’re stuck. With so many passwords to remember, we try to make passwords easier to remember by taking shortcuts. Though some are clever, many...
The Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) monitors and ensures compliance with motor carrier safety and commercial carrier regulations. Contrary to what many believe, 18-wheel trucks aren’t the only vehicles covered by FMCSA regulations. Depending on its operations, any business may...
In many of the approximately six million car accidents each year, taking immediate action after a crash can minimize damage to people and property. Since even minor accidents can leave you dazed and confused, we created this infographic to help you remember the steps you...
Deals to buy or sell a business typically include statements of fact by the seller about the business. These representations and warranties are then combined with indemnification provisions to allocate risks and liabilities between the parties. Negotiating representations and warranties can be challenging, and deals...
Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks are sophisticated scams that compromise legitimate business e-mail accounts to conduct unauthorized fund transfers. These attacks are also called ‘whaling’ because they are similar to phishing, but on a larger scale. BEC attacks have grown in popularity in recent years,...
Drones were a popular gift during the holidays. The Federal Aviation Administration estimates that approximately 800,000 recreational drones were sold in the last quarter of 2015. However, despite being recreational, drones are not toys. In fact, drones are considered aircraft under federal law and must...
Condominium associations are often approached by unit owners or tenants requesting an accommodation to have a service animal, even though the animal itself, either because of its species or size, violates an association’s pet policy. Though it’s not always easy to tell the difference between...
Cyber security has become a game of cat and mouse. Security evolves and criminals adapt. Or is it the other way around? Either way, cyber threats pose a significant risk to businesses. And, according to the McAfee Labs 2016 Threats Predictions Report, businesses should be...
Insurance is an essential part of running a successful business. Though you don’t have to be an insurance expert, a general understanding of the following business policies and coverages can help identify and fill potential coverage gaps. It can also make you a more informed...
We hope you took time during National Cyber Security Awareness Month (October) to think about cyber security. Existing and emerging cyber threats can compromise business networks, devices and data. They can even jeopardize the success and existence of any business. Though 2015 will soon be...