The government has intimated that they will soften their stance on the announcement in March 2017 regarding how large personal injury claims are calculated. Back in March, large claim calculations had a provision built in that there would be no investment return on lump sum payments and infact the settlement would reduce by 0.75% each…
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5 tactics cargo thieves use and how to help prevent them
Technology continues to transform cargo theft, as companies work to stay one step ahead of highly strategic cargo heists, from creating fraudulent companies to arranging for fictitious pickups. Being aware of current theft tactics can help haulage and freight companies more effectively protect their cargo and prevent interruptions to their supply chains. Thieves that commit…
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Home Cyber Protection – how secure are your family?
Modern households are more connected than ever – from your computers and phones, to entertainment systems and even household appliances and equipment. While these connections have made our lives simpler and easier, they have also opened up homeowners to a new range of personal cyber risks. What would you do if your home network was…
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Business Protection – this is more than just key person insurance
What is key person protection? At the heart of every successful business lies a core of senior executives and key employees. Could you or a key individual be replaced quickly and your business continue trading profitably in the event of a sudden death or critical illness? Key Person Protection helps safeguard a business against the…
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Protecting your business against cyber-attacks
In May 2017, “WannaCry” ransomware reportedly hit over 200,000 computers in 150 countries, affecting many NHS Trusts in the UK. Operations and appointments were cancelled and ambulances diverted as up to 40 hospital trusts became infected by a ‘ransomware’ attack demanding payment to regain access to vital medical records. So what is the reality of…
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Personal accident and business travel – essential cover
Interruption to your workforce, whether through travel disruption, injury or death, could result in significant financial loss, which is why Personal Accident and Business Travel Insurance are essential for today’s SMEs. As a small business, wage roll is probably your biggest expenditure and employees your most valuable resource. Although businesses insure physical assets, such as equipment,…
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10 practical ways to keep your IT systems safe and secure
Keeping your IT systems safe and secure can be a complex task and does require time, resource and specialist knowledge. Here are 10 practical steps to keep your IT system secure click here If you have personal data within your IT system you need to recognise that it may be at risk and take appropriate technical…
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Why choosing a specialist insurance broker makes a big difference
Working with a specialist insurance broker not only helps you understand your exposures and arrange comprehensive cover, but will also enable you to access specialist markets that can provide you with competitive cover. Each industry sector has a diverse range of circumstances to take into consideration when arranging insurance. There are many aspects that are…
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Here’s the question: Are you paying too much for the wrong cover?
Some businesses are purchasing insurance policies for £1. Well that is quite not true, but in some cases they should have paid that amount as some policies are almost worthless due to underinsurance. We are helping businesses like your own quickly highlight the weaknesses in their present programme structure and can provide an exclusive alternative…
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