COVID-19 Ushers in New Cyber Risks for Employers Cyber threats are always present, but the COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in a new era of cybercrime, increasing risks to employers and organizations. Scammers Use COVID-19 as Phishing Bait Phishing scams, using emails to capture personal data or financial information, are nothing new. But COVID-19 has given cybercriminals a shiny new lure to bait unsuspecting victims, by masquerading as: Suppliers of masks, ventilators, and other medical supplies, or in-demand commodities like hand sanitizers. Economic loans/ government ... July 22, 2020By Aegis Insurance Cyber Liability Insurance Cybersecurity, Malware, Phishing Bait 0 Comment Read More »
Does Contractor Insurance Cover COVID-19 Losses? As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to make global headlines, contractors wonder if their contractor insurance policies will cover COVID-related losses. If you had a project shutdown by local municipalities to limit the spread of the pandemic, project financing withdrawn by a lender, or experienced significant delays from material suppliers; you might be wondering the same. Builders Risk Insurance May Cover COVID Losses One contractor insurance policy that may protect you against COVID-related losses is builder's risk. Builder's ... July 13, 2020By Aegis Insurance Contractor Insurance Builder's Risk, COVID-19 0 Comment Read More »
What is Course of Construction Insurance? Designed to protect construction projects that are in progress along with tools and equipment on the job site, course of construction coverage helps protect you from financial losses caused by natural disasters, vandalism, theft, fires, or even pandemics like COVID-19. Also called builders risk insurance, the short explanation of what this policy does for your construction business is simple: It protects your business' investment in an active construction project. Course of Construction Has You Covered Taking out a ... July 13, 2020By Aegis Insurance Contractor Insurance Builders Risk Insurance, Course of Construction Insurance 0 Comment Read More »
