Firms, Nonprofits Can Learn to Protect Themselves From Cyberattacks46 sec read
Cyberattacks can be costly for any organization, regardless of size, yet many small and mid-sized law firms and nonprofits are unaware of just how expensive a breach can be. “No one is too small for hackers to target,” said Brian Gillam, COO of the ancillary business units of Cozen O’Connor, at a recent Pennsylvania Bar […]
Becoming Compliant with SB 553, California’s New Workplace Violence Law5 min read
Combatting workplace violence is becoming a top concern for state governments. In 2023, California took a legislative approach to this issue, enacting a sweeping and pioneering workplace violence prevention law that impacts the vast majority of California employers, regardless of the industry in which they operate. The new law, SB 553, comes into effect on July […]
7 Tips for California Employers’ Violence Prevention Plans33 sec read
Daniel Pascale was quoted in an HR Dive article discussing tips on how California employers can implement workplace violence prevention plans by July 1. Dan shared that the plan must be specific to the hazards of each work area, stating that “you actually have to do [an] assessment at every work location.” He encouraged employers […]
The Critical Preplanning Step Every Organization Must Take to Create an Effective Emergency Plan6 min read
Over the past several years, many businesses have experienced an increasing number of threats to their ability to continue operations, weather an emergency, and remain profitable. From the unprecedented shutdowns during COVID-19 to natural disasters like hurricanes and wildfires to manmade threats like social unrest and cybercrime, businesses need a clear and effective emergency plan […]
Three Effective Strategies to Reduce the Risk of Workplace Violence5 min read
Workplace violence has been on the rise in recent years. This trend reflects both a more violent society generally and the unique disruptions created by the COVID-19 pandemic. Many organizations are facing novel security challenges because their “new normal” often means remote and hybrid workforces. The factors implicated in the rising violence and the challenges […]
The Changing Landscape of Workplace Violence: Contributing Factors & Employer Obligations To Keep in Mind5 min read
Since 2014, the American workforce has experienced over a million violent crimes every year. Per the Department of Labor Statistics, in 2020 alone, more than 20,000 workers in private industry were subjected to assault resulting in lost workdays, and 392 workers were victims of workplace homicide. In 2021, the number of fatalities rose to 481. […]
Announcing Transitions for COSECURE and Margolis Healy and Associates3 min read
Today, Cozen O’Connor announces a transition for two of its ancillary businesses, Margolis Healy and Associates and COSECURE. For decades, Margolis Healy has been a market leader specializing in safety, security, emergency preparedness, and regulatory compliance for communities and workplaces across industries, with a strong focus on K-12 and higher education. Acquired by Cozen O’Connor in 2017 as […]
