Archive for January 2017
Company Allegedly Dumped Records, Gets Hit With Lawsuit
The State of Kansas filed a lawsuit against a company for allegedly dumping sensitive material. Here at Legal Shred, we cannot stress the importance of safely and securely shredding your sensitive documents, and here’s a perfect example of why businesses need to shred their paperwork. SearchTec, Inc., a Kansas-based public records search company, is under…
Read MorePaper Recycling Stats in the U.S.
Given that recycling is ethical, economical, and beneficial, have you ever wondered about paper use and paper recycling statistics? Despite the need for it, paper has become a common public enemy in offices all over the U.S. thanks to its overabundance. Even though it can create clutter, paper is a necessary evil in many industries,…
Read MoreLegal Shred Is Certified By the Mobile Shredding Association. What Does That Mean?
Legal Shred is certified by the MSA, and here’s what that means for you. You might see and hear about the Mobile Shredding Association (MSA) when working with a document destruction company, and while you may not be familiar with what the MSA is or what the organization does, it’s actually a crucial part of…
Read MoreWhy You Should Attend Community Shredding Events
Far too frequently people tend to hold onto old and sensitive documents longer than they need to. Conversely, rather than keeping documents, many people simply just toss them in the trash. With identity theft on the rise, document security and identity protection are a high priority. These are the most convincing reasons that you should…
Read MoreTop Benefits of Drop-off Shredding Services
At Legal Shred, we offer drop-off shredding services for those that need just occasional paper shredding. Ever consider dropping your sensitive documents to a local shredder to the job for you? Credit card offers and junk mail can quickly accumulate and overwhelm the average home shredder. Ever consider dropping your sensitive documents to a local…
Read MoreDoes Your Company’s Security Policy Include Paper?
Companies are trusted with the personal and sensitive information of customers and employees, making an effective security policy a high priority. Does your business have a solid security policy? A security policy is a document that states in writing how a company plans to protect the company’s physical and digital assets. Similar to how a…
Read MoreReasons to Ditch the Office Shredder This Year
If you want optimal identity protection, here are a few reasons why you should ditch the office shredder this year. Purchasing an in-house office shredder may seem like a wise investment, but the reality is that office shredders aren’t as efficient as industrial paper shredders, nor can they guarantee your security. If you want optimal…
Read MoreWhy a Shred-All Policy Can Boost Your Privacy
One of the best ways to boost your privacy is have a shred-all policy. Here’s how to establish one. Perhaps the most important asset of your business is your data, whether it’s client information, proprietary product information, marketing plans, and even employee information. If this information falls into the wrong hands, you risk identity theft,…
Read MoreThe Benefits of Electronics Recycling
What does one do with the old electronics, and what exactly happens to them once you send them off to be recycled? You’ve just upgraded or received the newest gadget for the holidays, or perhaps your office has replaced a few outdated computers. Technology moves fast, and with prices dropping on many electronics, getting new…
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