Central Insurance
Category: Prevention
Protecting Your Business from Cyber Threats
Last week, we shared the scoop on current issues in cybersecurity. In this article, we’re arming you with the knowledge to avoid falling victim to cyber attacks and threats. Since many cybersecurity issues arise from the “human factor,” educating yourself…
Read MoreCybersecurity 101
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a national effort to raise awareness about the importance of cybersecurity and ensure that Americans have access to the resources they need to be more secure online. Whether you’re a small business engaged in online…
Read MoreAre You Fire Safety Smart?
“Burn, baby, burn” may have packed the dance floor during the days of disco, but those words are anything but a good time when it comes to your home and property. Since 1922, the National Fire Protection Agency has sponsored…
Read MoreNational Vehicle Theft Prevention Month
Once every 43.8 seconds, a vehicle is stolen in the United States according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Thefts like these cost millions of dollars for owners and insurers, and cause insurance premiums to skyrocket – making…
Read MoreCredit Card Fraud: Sharing Your Number Over the Phone
Did you know that credit card fraud is one of the fastest-growing forms of identity theft? According to businesswire.com, credit card fraud losses were over $20 billion in 2019. A significant portion of that fraud resulted from over-the-phone transactions. So,…
Read MoreBeware of Summertime Scams and Fraudsters
In the minds of so many, summertime evokes thoughts of relaxation, taking it easy, going on vacation, and enjoying yourself at the beach. But, unfortunately, criminals can take advantage of you any time of the year. Fraudsters may use the…
Read MoreYour Ultimate Spring and Summer Home Maintenance Guide
Here’s a comprehensive home maintenance checklist that can help you stay on top of things as the spring season begins to wind down and the summer season is just around the corner!
Read MoreMake Road Safety a Top Priority This Planting Season
With farmers in and out of fields for planting season, it’s important for everyone to do their part to help keep our farmers and motorists safe. Many of the on-road accidents can be avoided by having patience, using extreme caution,…
Read MoreFraud Schemes Impacting Veterans
With Memorial Day coming up, we can be reminded that insurance fraud schemes impact everyone, including Veterans. Military veterans and retirees reported $66 million in fraud losses in 2020, according to Federal Trade Commission (FTC) data. Fraud is the second-most costly white-collar crime…
Read MoreCentral’s Nurse Hotline: A Modern Solution for Work Injury Reporting
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistic’s Employer-Related Workplace Injuries and Illnesses News Release, which published on November 4, 2020, the total number of injuries per 100 full-time workers remained unchanged from the year before at 2.8 million. Accidents and injuries happen, but the common…
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