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Latest Post: June 9, 2025

Lawsuits on the Rise: What You Need To Know About Dog Bite Liability

No one wants to believe their dog could hurt someone. For most pet owners, dogs are family — trusted companions, not threats. But even the gentlest dog can act unpredictably under stress, fear, or excitement. Unfortunately, a bite or injury, while emotionally distressing in itself, can escalate into a lawsuit,...

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July 21, 2021 A Guide to Implementing an Employee Benefits Package

Employers face increasing pressure to attract and retain the top talent in their industry, and one of the ways to get ahead of the competition is through a phenomenal employee benefits program. There are a number of different elements that could be included in employee benefit plans, and there are several…

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July 05, 2021 Where Should You Store Your Valuables?

Most people have certain possessions that they do not want to lose. Whether these possessions have a high monetary value like jewelry or cash or a high sentimental value such as family heirlooms, you want to keep them safe. In 2019, there were well over half a million burglaries in residences across…

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June 28, 2021 Helpful Tips for Small Nonprofits

A grassroots nonprofit organization may face a variety of obstacles. Grants and funding sources are competitive, and large organizations with extensive resources are often in a better position to attain funding. In order to further their cause, small nonprofits need to launch strategic awareness initiatives, maximize their existing resources, and…

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June 21, 2021 How to Notify Clients of a Data Breach

As a business owner, you have lots of sensitive information about your clients, including their names, addresses, financial details, and contact information. When a hacker or virus compromises your databases, you need to let your clients know as soon as possible. To help you get started, here are the top…

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June 14, 2021 How to Preserve Your Historic Home

Are you fortunate enough to live in a home with historical significance but worried about what you need to do to make sure your house stays in good shape? Preserving a historic house requires dedication, regular maintenance, and a little insider know-how. Having comprehensive Historic Home Insurance is a good start, but…

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June 07, 2021 How to Secure Your Home Before a Storm

Severe storms can hit at any time of year, but May through the end of November are particularly challenging months. If you live along the Atlantic coast, hurricanes are your biggest worry. Along with hurricanes come tornadoes and high winds. Storms producing high winds also occur independently of hurricanes. If…

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June 01, 2021 Identifying a Cyber Attack Within your Business

With the current reliance on technology in the business world, cybercrime has become an increasingly dangerous threat. According to a study by the University of Maryland, hackers attack a computer every 39 seconds, resulting in an average of 2,244 daily cyber attacks. These cyber invasions can cost the victimized company millions…

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May 31, 2021 Nonprofit Volunteer Retention: 5 Critical Tips

Nonprofits that rely on help from volunteers to carry out its mission needs to make engagement a top priority. If an organization does not give them the attention they deserve, recruiting and retaining exceptional volunteers could be very difficult. Here are five of the most important things that nonprofits need…

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May 24, 2021 Common Causes of CT Car Accidents (& How to Avoid Them)

By several measures, Connecticut drivers are among the safest in the nation. Nonetheless, every year more than 200 of our state’s motor vehicle occupants die in crashes, and thousands more suffer serious injury. With these life and death consequences, it’s vital to learn how these accidents happen. Armed with that…

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