On the evening of February 3, 2015, a driver of a Mercedes SUV passed through the hamlet of Valhalla, NY, in Westchester County, twenty miles north of the Bronx. For reasons unknown, possibly to avoid a traffic jam, she strayed from her normal route. The skies were clear and visibility was good for a typical... Read more »
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Commercial property owners don’t want to find themselves at a loss in the event of disaster. Anything from a flood or hurricane to an act of terror or cyber-attack, can destroy a business. While most of these events are out of a business owner’s control, having adequate insurance coverage is critical. But it’s just the... Read more »
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WESTBROOK, Maine (June 30, 2017) –Acadia Insurance, a Berkley Company®, is celebrating 25 years of providing insurance services to businesses throughout the Northeast. Acadia has developed into a leading property and casualty insurance provider, employing approximately 400 individuals. Founded in response to the Maine Worker’s Compensation crisis of the early ‘90s, Acadia opened its first... Read more »
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Commercial construction is going green. The market for sustainable products, practices, and processes in the building industry is being bolstered by public awareness and supported by increased legislation—and it’s creating new opportunities for construction companies who are eager to meet the rising demands from customers for eco-friendly building materials and techniques. At the most fundamental... Read more »
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WESTBROOK, Maine (June 30, 2017) – Effective July 1, 2017, Acadia Insurance, a Berkley Company®, will become the official carrier of the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Massachusetts (HBRAMA) and underwrite coverage for participating members of the association and its affiliates serving five chapters and approximately 700 construction members statewide. Acadia is well-versed in... Read more »
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WESTBROOK, Maine (June 30, 2017) – Acadia Insurance, a Berkley Company®, is expanding its Employment Related Practices Liability (EPLI) coverage with the addition of Crisis Event Communication Expense Reimbursement coverage. Available November 1, this coverage helps businesses maintain their reputation by managing unforeseen expenses during a major media crisis, including costs for professional public relations... Read more »
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Today’s businesses have a lot to handle in securing their assets against the threat of data breaches and cyber crime. However, a surprisingly low tech and highly successful form of cyber attack is on the rise: Social Engineering Fraud. There is no antivirus for this cyber threat because it targets your people directly. A criminal... Read more »
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Whether you’re in construction, welding, agriculture, or any other industry whose workers are exposed to insufficient oxygen environments or potentially toxic airborne agents, you’re required to protect your employees from respiratory hazards. Yet, research shows that not nearly enough employers are taking heed—and many are failing to provide sufficient training and respiratory protection. Recent headlines... Read more »
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Connected mobile devices are with your employees around the clock – and in their cars on company time. Whether they’re mounted to the dash, clipped to the air vent, or stashed in a computer bag, smart phones and tablets are always an arm’s length away and at-the-ready to deliver e-mail updates, instant messages, or a... Read more »
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Data breaches at big corporations make for big headlines. It’s a familiar story: A corporation gets hacked or mishandles customer data resulting in millions in damages. While the threat may seem far from home, small and mid-sized businesses are growing targets for cyber crime. And there’s a lot at stake. In 2014, the mean annual... Read more »
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