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Category: Accident
Make Road Safety a Top Priority This Planting Season
With farmers in and out of fields for planting season, it’s important for everyone to do their part to help keep our farmers and motorists safe. Many of the on-road accidents can be avoided by having patience, using extreme caution,…
Read MoreDistracted Driving Awareness Month #JustDrive
It seems like every day we are hearing of a new accident caused by distracted driving. Whether it was caused by someone texting, scrolling on their phone, or just not paying attention to the road, distracted driving accidents are all…
Read MoreAvoid Collision Towing and Repair Scams
Unscrupulous and dishonest collision repair operators are key contributors to the nation’s insurance fraud problems. There are many types of collision repair fraud scams, ranging from airbag fraud to chop shops that dismantle and resell stolen vehicle parts, to…
Read MoreDo you have collision AND comprehensive coverage? You better check!
It’s that time of year when all the deer are roaming around, so it can be dangerous for people traveling on the road (see our recent blog post Oh Deer! Drive Defensively this Season). We also know that ice and snow are coming…
Read MoreExcess Policy or Umbrella Policy? What’s the difference and which is better?
One of the questions a commercial lines underwriter hears most is, “Is your umbrella follow-form?” Basically, will it only increase the limits of my current coverage (follow-form), or will it also offer some additional coverage (umbrella)? Of course, the answer…
Read MoreImagine…your insurance policy doesn’t fully cover a liability loss. Then what?
Imagine your child and his friends are playing with the new, family pup in the backyard. Suddenly, the dog bites your son’s friend in the face causing permanent harm. You are legally liable for the costs, and the limits on…
Read MoreHeed Your Mom’s Advice: Don’t Give Rides to Strangers (Unless You’re Properly Covered)
Most of us have seen the meme going around that refers to a couple of life lessons that have reversed course over the past couple of decades: don’t get in the car with strangers and don’t meet people from the…
Read MorePreventing the Risk of Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is something that some of us forget to think twice about. Consider your daily commute or your weekly trip to the grocery store. These are routes you have taken so often and are comfortable with. You probably change…
Read MoreA Frozen Forecast Leads to Dangerous Driving
Many woke up today to the beauty of a winter wonderland, where everything is blanketed in bright white snow. It’s the kind of snow that’s best for when Anna and Elsa want to build a snowman, or for packing snowballs…
Read MoreWinter Driving and Auto Claims Tips
Winter storms often bring a rash of auto claims. Winter driving can be dangerous, so it is essential to stay alert and be smart. Let’s talk about winter driving safety tips, and steps to simplify the claims process should you be…
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