Collin J Hite

Collin J Hite

April 30, 2018 | Legaltech News

Cyber Risk Assessments are a Critical Component of All Cybersecurity Programs

Cybersecurity is an information security issue, and it must be treated as such. Failure to recognize this concept almost ensures a weak cybersecurity program that remains highly vulnerable to breaches.

By Collin J. Hite, Markel Service

13 minute read

January 03, 2014 | Inside Counsel

Inside: Email fraud is on the rise: Is your crime coverage ready?

The scam works through the criminal getting into the middle of your email traffic. The fraudster intercepts legitimate emails, and then creates a fake one that is nearly identical.

By Collin J. Hite

14 minute read

December 20, 2013 | Inside Counsel

Inside: Knowing the terms of your insurance policy is almost as important as having one in the first place

The only method to truly comprehend the scope of insurance coverage is to wade into the language of the contract.

By Collin J. Hite

9 minute read

December 06, 2013 | Inside Counsel

Inside: The most dangerous piece of paper in business, the Certificate of Insurance

Reliance on a Certificate of Insurance increases risk when the certificate is the sole evidence of insurance in place, the scope of coverage, and Additional Insured status.

By Collin J. Hite

7 minute read

November 22, 2013 | Inside Counsel

Inside: The decision to retain separate counsel in an insurance defense case

Why should you hire your own attorney when the insurance company has provided an attorney to defend? You do not have to, but you probably should, and heres why.

By Collin J. Hite

6 minute read

November 08, 2013 | Inside Counsel

Inside: Do you have coverage to protect against cyber attack risks?

Companies need to develop a thorough understanding of their risks and also understand the scope of the cyber insurance they are placing.

By Collin J. Hite

6 minute read

October 25, 2013 | Inside Counsel

Inside: Is your insurance broker liable for your lack of insurance coverage?

From a business prospective, in the world of insurance litigation where a plaintiff is always looking for a source of compensation, brokers remain a likely target when things go awry.

By Collin J. Hite

10 minute read