Recent Articles from Jaime Wisegarver
Your employees are the weak link in your cybersecurity program
A new report finds they know far too little about cyber threats, and you are not doing enough to educate them.
Virginia businesses could be subject to New York cyber regulation
The new regulation is perhaps the most detailed in the country to date and sets forth unprecedented requirements for covered entities.
Cybersecurity legislation may do more harm than good
The jumble of laws, regulations and rules are making it increasingly difficult for businesses to comply without an undue burden.
Politicians are coming with new cybersecurity requirements — are you ready?
Cyber data breaches have been on the radar for well over a decade, and there is no letup on hacking events.
Understanding your personal insurance program can protect asset value
Many of these individuals and families have formalized estate planning structures, but few acknowledge insurance as a critical aspect of estate planning and wealth preservation.
Data breach lawsuit highlights the need for due diligence in buying cyber insurance
The federal court’s opinion serves as a lesson to policyholders regarding cyber insurance in a rapidly evolving market.
Fourth Circuit finds Travelers has a duty to defend cyber claim
But policyholders should not rely upon this highly fact-specific decision to justify passing on purchasing cyber coverage.
No reservations for cyber hackers in the hospitality industry
Enticed by the industry’s high customer volume and access to personal data, cyber thieves are attacking attacking hotels, restaurants and hospitality entities
Recent Lowe’s lawsuit is a reminder to notify your insurer
Every insurance policy requires the policyholder to notify the insurance company of a claim or lawsuit.
Virginia’s policyholders need better remedies when insurers misbehave
Unfortunately, the Supreme Court of Virginia recently ruled that a trial judge, not the jury, is to decide whether an insurance company acted in bad faith.