It’s been a long, dreary and rainy workday. On a whim, you decide to make an unspectacular day just a little bit brighter by taking the family out to dinner. While driving to your family’s favorite restaurant, a dog runs out in front of your car. As you slam the brakes to avoid hitting the animal, your car veers across the center line directly into the path of a suburban mom’s minivan.
It won’t happen to me…
March 2, 2012
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Posted by Jeff Foster
Deer in the Headlights: 6 Tips to Avoid an Accident with Our Furry Friends
November 16, 2011
According to Car-Accidents.com, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that there are approximately 1.5 million car crashes each year as a result of deer. Deer are especially active during fall, which coincides with their mating season. Although we cannot stop deer from entering roadways at inopportune times, there are steps we can take to diminish the chance of having an accident if a deer crosses our path while driving.
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Posted by John Tessier
Five Steps to Take After an Accident
October 7, 2011
An automobile accident is a scary and stressful situation regardless if it’s your fault or not. I talk to a lot of people after they’ve been in an accident and they are so shaken up that they have difficulty giving me the details of how the accident happened. I can’t blame them. I have never been in a car accident (knock on wood), but I do consider myself somewhat of a professional when it comes to what needs to be done following an accident. Here are five steps to help you get back on track.
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Posted by R. J. Coleman
Three Ways to Shuttle the Kids with Confidence!
September 21, 2011
For parents, the end of summer can be bittersweet. While many of us are glad school is back in session, the countless extra-curricular activities that go hand-in-hand with the start of another school year are in full gear too. From football practice to French Club, each day brings new opportunities for parents everywhere to practice our favorite avocation—family shuttle service operator. And if your family is like my family, you’re probably shuttling not just your own kids but your kids’ friends as well.
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Posted by Jeff Foster
How You Can Help Speed Up the Claims Process
September 7, 2011
When you need to file a claim, your insurance company wants to reach a fair and quick resolution as much as you do. Here are a few tips that you can follow to help speed up the claims process.
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