We’re all aware of the dangers of workers contracting the coronavirus. What then is the fallout for employers’ role across the country in keeping staff COVID-19 safe? The most recent figures available show 533 COVID-19 related workers’ compensation claims were lodged across Australia by the end of last July. The claims were for contracting the virus, mental […]
In an unpredictable business environment, such as during the COVID-19 pandemic, it can be difficult planning to eliminate, minimise or control risks to your operations. This article offers four types of insurance that can help you deal with uncertainty. Pandemic shutdowns Retail businesses owners, for example, might be on edge waiting for the next public […]
While you might applaud digital transformation in your sector, hackers, spammers, bots and malware, continue to be a menace to businesses. A cyber security incident is a single or series of events threatening digital information – its integrity, availability or confidentiality. No wonder seven out of 10 businesses surveyed said they expected data breaches and cyber security to be […]
With JobKeeper being the lifeline for so many businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, the reality of it not being around is starting to settle in. With statistics from the ABS showing that two in five businesses are still suffering from significant cash flow issues, fears remain that many will fold when faced with higher wage […]
Has COVID-19 made you unsure about managing the risks of owning an investment property? This article will update you on what landlord insurance will and won’t cover in light of COVID-19. And, a forewarning, there are a lot of grey areas. Landlord insurance is shorthand for building, contents or rental cover, or a mix of […]
