11 February, 2025
This is the tenth year of our newsletter and the first since our rebrand to Brown & Brown. In this issue we take stock of the cyber-security environment for Irish businesses, and look at what actions businesses can take to manage this ever-evolving risk
30 July, 2024
Please be advised of our updated counter hours: Monday – Friday: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM For assistance outside these hours, you can reach us by phone on 021 4536 800 or by emailing info@oli.ie
15 July, 2024
Check out our latest edition of our newsletter, discussing various topics, including recent high profile breaches.
23 January, 2024
Check out our first newsletter of the year, discussing various topics and details of recent cyber incidents experienced by some of our client base.
22 December, 2023
Please click to view our office opening hours for the upcoming Christmas period.
01 September, 2023
O’Leary Insurances Ltd., a Brown & Brown company, enters into agreement to acquire William Murphy & Sons (Courtmacsherry & Clonakilty) Ltd.
24 July, 2023
Our Lough Mahon office will be temporarily closed to customers on Tuesday, 25th July due to local ESB works being carried out. Our team is still available by phone on 021 4536800 or email us at info@oli.ie with any queries. Thank you
19 July, 2023
Check out our third newsletter of the year, discussing various topics and giving an overview on cyber claim statistics.
11 April, 2023
Check out our second newsletter of the year, discussing various topics and giving an overview on cyber claim statistics.
03 April, 2023
We are pleased to announce that O’Leary Insurances have relocated our Bandon and Strand Road, Clonakilty offices to our premises at West Cork Business & Technology Park, Clonakilty.
09 January, 2023
In this first newsletter of the New Year, we look at what 2023 will bring in terms of Cybersecurity and insurance premiums.
22 December, 2022
Please click to view our office opening hours for the upcoming Christmas period.
12 October, 2022
In this final newsletter of 2022, we discuss the topic of Multi-Factor Authentication - is it bullet proof? We also include more recent examples of cyber attacks and also cover the subject insurance premiums for Cyber Insurance.
21 June, 2022
In this newsletter, we take a look at slowdown in ransomware attacks globally and what factors may be contributing to this. We also discuss the state of the cyber security sector here in Ireland and as usual, have some examples of recent cyber incidents.
31 March, 2022
It has been a busy start to 2022 for those of us specialising in Cyber Security and Insurance, with a large amount of claims leading to a 'hard' Cyber market. Check out our latest newsletter where we discuss this and other topical cyber matters.
10 February, 2022
In this very complex and hardening market, we have access to an exclusive hardware insurance scheme which offers competitive pricing with the correct covers. Target sectors include Hardware Stores, Builders Providers, Paint shops/Suppliers etc
17 January, 2022
O'Leary Insurances are pleased to announce the appointment of Diarmuid Nolan as Joint Managing Director, alongside current Managing Director, Anthony O'Leary.
12 January, 2022
Welcome to our first newsletter of 2022. This issue is packed with useful tips, case studies and even our first ever reader offer for those quick off the mark!
20 December, 2021
Please click to view our office opening hours for the upcoming Christmas period.
28 September, 2021
This is our final newsletter of this year. It corresponds with a marked uptick in cyber incidents affecting our client base. Staff education remains key; we hope this newsletter serves you and your colleagues well in highlighting cyber security trends.
01 July, 2021
Since our April issue, the HSE was hit with an appalling ransomware attack. In this issue, we take another look at the rise in ransomware attacks and give some food for thought!
21 June, 2021
O'Leary Insurances would like to welcome its new customers from O'Mahony Boylan Golden (Munster) Limited.
08 April, 2021
It has been a busy few months since our last issue. In this issue, we look at examples of some of the various cyber threats being experienced by businesses across the country.
11 January, 2021
Our first newsletter of 2021 is crammed with food for thought and valuable lessons for Irish businesses. In this edition, you will see how a couple of our clients were affected by significant Cyber Crime losses in late 2020.
21 December, 2020
We are delighted to join the Brown & Brown group of companies and view this progression as a huge positive for both the O’Leary Insurances team and our valued customers.
25 November, 2020
The Brexit transition date of 31st December 2020 is looming fast. Whilst there still is a lot of uncertainty surrounding this, what we do know is that it will have an immediate impact on UK driving licence holders, resident in Ireland.
11 November, 2020
Important information re Arch Insurance (EU) dac policies - changes from 31/12/2020
05 October, 2020
In our final newsletter of 2020 we go into more detail on some of the key cyber security issues that we have seen throughout the year. This includes ransomware, data breach and cyber crime updates. As usual we include examples of what we have seen across
28 July, 2020
Lloyd’s is proposing to transfer certain EEA insurance policies to Lloyd’s Brussels.
30 June, 2020
In this edition of our newsletter, we examine trends being seen across Ireland with respect to GDPR and also hear what the Gardaí are experiencing relating to cyber crime.
25 March, 2020
COVID-19 has resulted in a marked change in how we work, and how we will work into the foreseeable future. It is important for companies to be cognisant that there are cyber security considerations that come with remote working,
01 January, 2020
In this newsletter, we look at how best to prevent identity theft happening to your business from both a cyber security perspective anda legal perspective.
30 September, 2019
This issue is a must read. It includes a guest blog on hidden costs of a data breach. When reading the piece, don’t forget that such a breach could as easily be accidental as malicious, and that it can involve paper files as well as electronic ones.
27 June, 2019
The world of Cyber Security can be intimidating, so it’s good to be able to bring some positive news to our latest newsletter. It has been a good quarter in terms of fighting cyber criminals, and we also include some practical examples of malware.
16 April, 2019
On the topic of data breaches, this month we include some advice from an expert in this area. This includes tips around preventing same and also what to do if a data breach does occur. These tips can be built into your incident response plans.
09 January, 2019
In this issue we look at what effect GDPR has had on companies right across Europe since it’s implementation. We then look more specifically at what has happened amongst Irish business in the past twelve months.
25 September, 2018
It can be difficult to quantify to a business why the data they hold is valuable to third parties, so we take a look at just how valuable it may be. We also look at data breaches that have affected our clients - the sheer variety gives food for thought.
29 June, 2018
Finding it hard to get car or van insurance after coming back from abroad or have you an open claim and finding it difficult to shop around?
06 April, 2018
From 25 May, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) comes into effect across the EU. The enhanced powers of the Data Protection Commissioner include the ability to impose significant fines and penalties on those deemed non-compliant.
12 January, 2018
From 25 May, the General Data Protection Regulation comes into effect across the EU. The enhanced powers of the Data Protection Commissioner include the ability to impose significant fines and penalties on those deemed non-compliant.
11 January, 2018
We are currently seeking to recruit a Personal Lines Customer Account Handler for our Waterford city office. This is a permanent role which involves managing a book of personal lines renewals in addition to new business &maintaining existing & new clients
11 January, 2018
We are currently seeking to recruit a Group Compliance Manager. The position will be based in our Cork office & the role will ensure that all general insurance activities across the O’Leary Insurance Group are fully compliant.
04 October, 2017
In this issue, we look at how data breaches can affect individuals, provide some tips to improve your cyber security at home and we look at how the Insurance market is responding to cyber threats to individuals.
27 June, 2017
The resultant downtime of a ransomware attack can affect businesses hugely. In this issue we offer suggestions on what to do to prevent such interruption to your network & what you can do to ensure that your time isn’t totally wasted in such event.
27 April, 2017
O’Leary Insurances represents the Small Firms Association on Ibec’s GDPR Taskforce. Please click to find the first in a series of guides that the Taskforce has developed to raise awareness of GDPR. Feel free to share amongst your network.
11 April, 2017
View the latest edition of our Risk Management Newsletter discussing the how best to reduce human error when it comes to cyber security.
24 January, 2017
We are pleased to announce that, as from 1st February 2017, we will be relocating our Personal Insurances Services business from 6, South Mall to join our colleagues at our head office in Lough Mahon, Blackrock, Cork.
11 January, 2017
View the latest edition of our Risk Management Newsletter giving an update on the implications for businesses of the imminent EU Data Protection Regulation.
06 October, 2016
Do you know how to make it secure from cyber crime? Alan Brogan of The Digital Department has kindly written an article for us on this very subject.
03 October, 2016
Is your organisation's Social Media policy up to scratch - is it just a piece of paper or is it a comprehensive document which has recently been reviewed to ensure it is still fit-for-purpose?
18 August, 2016
Many architectural practices are currently seeing increases in their PI premiums as the insurance market continues to contract and as fee incomes start to improve. Read here for more details.
08 August, 2016
O’Leary Insurances have been a trusted independent broker to surveyors of all types for over 30 years and we offer intricate knowledge of the Professional Indemnity market.
27 July, 2016
O'Leary Insurances have negotiated a market leading policy wording, providing affordable & comprehensive cover for Estate Agents & Valuers.
29 June, 2016
The latest edition of our Risk Management newsletter is now available. This issue focuses on Risk Management Tips for your business.
29 June, 2016
We have placed comprehensive PI policies at competitive premiums for engineers for over 30 years. We have had numerous firms in the Engineering sector move their Professional Indemnity Insurance to O’Leary Insurances in the past 6 months.
23 May, 2016
As a mark of respect for our late Chairman, Mr Arthur (Archie) O'Leary, all offices of the O'Leary Insurance Group will be closed on Tuesday, 24th May until 2.00pm. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.
22 April, 2016
The latest edition of our Risk Management newsletter is now available. This issue focuses on the proposed Data Protection legislation and what it means to Irish businesses.
04 February, 2016
Brian O'Mara of our office was a speaker at yesterday's 'Social Media in the Workplace' briefing at Stephen's Green Hibernian Club in Dublin.
27 January, 2016
Cyber attacks are a real threat to any size business. Check out our newsletter for more information.
21 January, 2016
We were delighted to participate in Episode 4 of "The Firm", Clarke Jeffers & Co podcast on Cyber security.
18 January, 2016
New EU General Data Protection Regulations are in the pipeline. Do you think your business is prepared?...
14 January, 2016
We are holding Social Media for Business Seminars in Dublin on the 3rd February and Cork on the 10th February next. Click
11 February, 2015
We are currently seeking to recruit a Personal Lines Account Handler for our office in Clonakility, Co Cork.
07 October, 2014
We are currently seeking to recruit a Personal Lines Customer Service Handler immediately for our office in Clonakility, Co Cork. In addition we will have a number of temporary maternity cover Personal Lines Customer Service Handler roles.
15 July, 2014
O'Leary Insurances, together with Farm First Insurance, will be at the Carbery Agri Show in Skibbereen on 17th July next.
19 June, 2014
O'Leary Insurances will be stationed at the Charleville Show on 28th/29th June next.
05 June, 2014
This Sunday, 8th June, O'Leary Insurances will be at the Clonakilty Agricultural Show. Be sure to check out our stand and meet the team. There are some prizes to be won so, you'd never know, it might be your lucky day.
18 April, 2014
Our offices at 6, South Mall & Lough Mahon House, Blackrock, Cork, will be open on Good Friday 18th April or call us at 021 -4536800. Please see our Motor Section for further details on the current situation with Setanta.
27 November, 2013
This Friday, the 29th November we will be at Mahon Point Shopping Centre giving away over €2,000 worth of fantastic prizes including 1 Year’s Free Car Insurance, a 32” Samsung TV and a signed Munster Rugby Jersey. Come over and say hello to enter.
29 October, 2013
O’Leary Insurances is pleased to announce that it is acquiring the Irish solicitors professional indemnity insurance book of business from its global partner, Arthur J. Gallagher (UK) Limited (“AJG”).
09 October, 2013
Keep up to date with all our special offers and competitions on our social media pages, so be sure to connect with us. We also have two signed Munster jerseys to give away – check out our Facebook page for more details.
09 October, 2013
At the moment we have a great competition for young drivers. Simply ring us today for a great quote and enter our draw to win 1 year’s free car insurance. Don’t be the one to miss out on this fantastic opportunity - contact us for y
05 July, 2013
Finding competitively priced Private Motor Insurance cover for Young Inexperienced Drivers can be a painstaking process. At O’Leary Insurances we are pleased to announce our Private Car Scheme with Asgard...
04 July, 2013
Are you travelling abroad this summer and hiring a car? Are you aware that most car hire companies include an claims excess in their rental agreements, which means that you could be liable for anything from €500 - €2,000
28 June, 2013
The Small Firms Association held their annual conference on the 11th June at the Clyde Hotel in Dublin.
27 June, 2013
O’Leary Insurances director Toni Kelly is moving on to the next chapter in her life and retiring at the end of this month.
25 June, 2013
O’Leary Insurances recently launched Farm First Insurance in partnership with some of the leading insurers in the market, like Aviva, Zurich and AIG
