Cyber security and cyber liability insurance resources for lawyers and law firms
Explore risk management resources, best practices and information about cyber security and cyber liability insurance for lawyers and law firms.
Explore risk management resources, best practices and information about cyber security and cyber liability insurance for lawyers and law firms.
Pen testing is a common type of cybersecurity exercise companies can use to help find and fix vulnerabilities and even train their workers. Think of it like a “pop quiz” for your law firm, testing out whether you are as [...]
While the dollar doesn’t go as far as it used to, cybercrime mayhem is surprisingly cheap — as little as $5 a hack. This sort of attack has been dubbed "cybercrime as a service." It’s an emerging cybersecurity threat that [...]
Ransomware is a top threat for law firms, accounting for a high percentage of cyber attacks. Yet more than half of organizations may be underprepared. For non-technical professionals, questions abound. Since incidents vary so much from one attack to the [...]
Cyber insurance has dramatically evolved since the first coverages were added to other policy forms in the 1990s. Traditionally, cyber coverages were only considered necessary in the technology industry — or for those providing technology-related professional services. It was the [...]
Cyber breaches were in the news a lot in 2023. In fact, 2023 was one of the most significant years on record for cybersecurity incidents. Even if you and your law firm didn’t have a hack, you may have still [...]
Do you have insurance for all the risks you and your law firm face? Many lawyers do not. Legal professional liability coverage is common these days, as lawyers attempt to mitigate the risk of third-party claims. But some claims may [...]
In the wake of the pandemic, the adoption of cloud technology and remote workforces in the legal sector is accelerating, prompting lawyers and law firms to manage new and emerging risks. There will always be growing pains during a digital [...]
Email, texting, social media, websites, billing systems—The digital connections you use to do your job every day can present a risk, particularly as a lawyer obligated to professional ethical standards. Implement these six tips for your firm's digital presence. Prioritize [...]
The threats facing the law profession continue to evolve. Most recently, some lawyers and law firms have faced fake client and counterfeit check scams. The scheme has resulted in the loss of hundreds of thousands of dollars from the trust [...]
More and more, scammers are targeting lawyers by sending forged emails to law firms, clients and financial institutions. These wire fraud scams typically involves a compromised email account, which can be the lawyer’s, the client’s or even the bank’s. Scammers [...]