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Walsh Insurance named a 2025 best practices agency

Walsh Insurance has earned the 2025 Best Practices Agency status, joining an elite group of independent insurance agencies from across the United States. The Best Practices Agency designation is awarded to participants in the Best Practices Study, which analyzes and documents the business practices of the highest-performing insurance agencies in the industry. This year, 1,146

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Walsh Unveils a New Beginning

Updated Logo, New Headquarters, and Continued Commitment to Core Values For more than five generations, Walsh has consistently moved forward by staying true to who we are, while always looking ahead to what’s next. That’s why you’re seeing some big changes: Our evolved logo, streamlined name, and an exciting move into a brand‑new office space

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Protect Your Pets From House Fires

  According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), about 500,000 pets are affected by house fires every year. National Pet Fire Safety Day (July 15) aims to educate pet owners about how to keep their pets safe from house fires. Here are some tips from AKC and the American Red Cross on keeping your pet safe:

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Cyber Bytes: Top Text Scams and Tips To Avoid Them

According to the Federal Trade Commission, Americans reported $470 million in text scam losses in 2024. That’s five times the amount reported in 2020. The FTC says text scams continue to rise, despite a drop in the number of scams reported. Exploiting your responsiveness to texts Texts are far more likely to be responded to

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Walsh Duffield Hosts 2025 Benefits Seminar

Walsh Duffield is pleased to once again be hosting an in-person benefits seminar – Brighter Benefits-  to explore employee benefits trends and insights for the workplace in 2025 and beyond. In human resources, staying ahead means not just keeping pace but actively seeking to anticipate and adapt to change. As businesses strive to create more inclusive,

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Understanding HIPAA Breaches: What Employers Need To Know

As an employer, you are required to safeguard employees’ protected health information (PHI). This is especially true if you sponsor a group health plan or work with health-related data. Under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), a breach occurs when PHI is acquired, accessed, used, or disclosed in a manner not permitted by

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What the DEI Seesaw Means for Your Liability Insurance

Just a few years ago, not having a diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) program could land your business in hot water. But with shifting political and cultural tides, some companies have received complaints and even activist attacks over requiring DEI practices. The swings in norms have implications for directors and officers (D&O) liability and employment

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Why Aren’t Employees Using Mental Health Benefits?

There’s a disconnect when it comes to workplace mental health. Employees say they want more support. Research reveals they need it. Well-being surveys show employees’ mental health is nearing a record low. According to the telemedicine company Amwell, 50 million Americans are struggling with mental health challenges. Organizations across industries have responded by investing in

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Celebrating Our Impact: Showcasing a Culture of Community Service

At Walsh Duffield, we believe that genuine success extends beyond business achievements. It’s about our capacity to create a positive influence on the communities we serve. As a fifth-generation, family-owned insurance agency, we have been rooted in WNY since 1860. We are excited to share our annual Community Impact Report, highlighting the difference our team

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