Fall Home Maintenance

Fall signals a natural time of transition. Fall is also a great time to get maintenance tasks done if you live in an area where cooler weather is right around the corner. Care for your home this upcoming season by maintaining your home with the following tips: Clean gutters and downspouts. Clear leaves and debris…

Clarification for Electronic Documents Presented in Roadside Inspections

Recent guidance released by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) clarifies the electronic documents that can be presented during roadside inspections. In many cases, electronic documents required by Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSRs) are acceptable during roadside inspections and compliance reviews. However, there are some exceptions to this rule, and various documents must be…

CVSA Reveals 2021 Operation Safe Driver Week Results

Operation Safe Driver Week—an annual campaign conducted by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA)— took place from July 11-17, 2021. This year’s focus was on speeding. During the week-long initiative, law enforcement officers across North America stopped 46,058 passenger vehicles and commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers engaging in dangerous driving behaviors. The Purpose of Operation…

Protecting Your Board

Strong, Responsible Organizations Protect Their Leaders With D&O Coverage BY: Client Advisor Megan Muller, CIC When you volunteer on a board, you’re donating your time, experience, and energy to an organization you care about, and you’re focused on how you can contribute to the group. But before you jump ‘on board,’ there are important liability…

National Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2021

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month. During this annual event, government and industry leaders come together to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity. This year’s theme is “Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart.” This theme was selected to empower both individuals and organizations to take ownership of their unique role in promoting cybersecurity, with the key…