Welcome to the premier of the Eastern Insurance Nonprofit blog series! While Eastern and the insurance companies we represent have been major providers of both Property & Casualty Insurance and Employee Benefits to the Nonprofit industry for many years, we are excited to launch this new monthly resource. 

Fall protection and safety is a major concern on construction sites. Whether it’s repairing a roof, building a new home, or constructing the next skyscraper in Boston, there are many ways in which workers can become injured. Safety precautions and procedures need to be established to safeguard the lives of your workers — especially when it comes to fall safety. Learn how to prevent construction falls with our tips. 

Running a small business can be overwhelming — in the midst of wearing so many hats, things like finding the right business insurance coverage can sometimes be pushed aside. We’ve made it easy and quick for you by laying out the 6 types of coverage you need as a small business owner to protect yourself, your business, your employees, and your customers.

Could you afford to pay the average cost of a fiduciary liability -- $1.2 million -- out of your own personal assets?

Here's how to prevent sick building syndrome (SBS) and building related illness (BRI) in your workplace.

Winter weather is unpredictable and can have a large impact on your business. While maintaining business operations is always at the forefront of your mind, it is important to consider employee safety as well. You should have policies and procedures in place before bad weather hits so that your company and employees are as prepared as possible.

Here are steps you should take to keep your employees safe while working in the cold.

Studies show that the vast majority of U.S. small businesses still lack a formal Internet security policy for employees, and only about half have even rudimentary cybersecurity measures in place. Here are 10 simple, economical steps you can take to reduce your risk of falling victim to a costly cyber attack.