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October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month

October is National Cyber Security Awareness Month 150 150 Dominion Risk

The frequency and severity of cyber attacks continues to grow, and businesses of all sizes should consider their risks during National Cyber Security Awareness Month. Make sure to ask these four questions when you create a cyber security plan at your business: 1. Who is in charge of updating hardware and software at your business? Is there a plan in place to roll out updates, and who has administrative access to your systems? 2. If…

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Preventing Distracted Driving

Preventing Distracted Driving 150 150 Dominion Risk

Risk is Inevitable, Be Prepared. Did you know? A recent study from the University of Minnesota found that talking on a cell phone while driving impairs one’s ability even more than driving while intoxicated. Talking on a cell phone and other driver distractions pose a major hazard to everyone on the road. Here are key steps to minimize risks of distraction while driving: Do not talk on your cell phone or use the text messaging…

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Introduction of Our Vision Statement

Introduction of Our Vision Statement 150 150 Dominion Risk

Introduction of Dominion Risk Advisors Vision Statement From the creation of Dominion Risk Advisors in 2010, we have followed our Core Principles. Clear standards empower us to make the right decisions for all stakeholders -our clients, each other, our families, and our communities. We re-visit these principles regularly and hold each other accountable. As we start our ninth year in business, we are ready to build upon these principles and create our Vision for Dominion…

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Service Line Insurance Coverage

Service Line Insurance Coverage 150 150 Dominion Risk

You may have received letters from your local utilities (water and sewer authority or the power company) offering to protect the underground lines that deliver your utility service. Many homeowners are surprised to learn that they are responsible for repairs to these lines. These communications have generated questions from our clients and they have prompted many insurance companies to respond. Service Line Coverage Until recently, homeowners’ policies excluded coverage for damaged utility lines. As you…

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Building Blocks of a Safe Workplace

Building Blocks of a Safe Workplace 150 150 Dominion Risk

Building a comprehensive safety culture is the best way to reduce illnesses and injuries, and their associated costs. But creating such a culture is not an overnight process or “flavor of the month” program. Instead, it is a multi-year, top management commitment that results in an organization with low accident rates, low turnover, low absenteeism and high productivity. This is a big-picture, long-term project. A robust safety culture has the following characteristics: At the highest…

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DRA Hires Will Fralin as Insurance and Risk Advisor

DRA Hires Will Fralin as Insurance and Risk Advisor 150 150 Dominion Risk

Dominion Risk Advisors is pleased to announce that Will Fralin has joined the firm as Insurance and Risk Advisor. Will Fralin will be working with commercial and private clients to craft insurance protection and effective risk management programs. Will is a native of Roanoke and a graduate of the University of Virginia. He chose to return home to build a career and has been working in insurance sales for the past 18 months. “Will is…

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