How do you know if your child’s car seat is installed correctly? In many cases, it may not be. According to the latest research released by the non-profit group Safe Kids USA, most adults aren’t using child seats correctly. One of the key problems was top tether use. Less than 30 percent of the forward-facing [...]
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National Emergency Alert - TEST - Nov 9th at 2pm Just so you are aware…on Wednesday, November 9, 2011, FEMA, DHS and FCC will conduct the first national test of the Nationwide Emergency Alert System (EAS) test. This nationwide test will kick off at 2:00 p.m (EST) and run concurrently across all time zones. This system test is the first [...]
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If you’re about to store your boat for the off-season, be sure it’s in a secure location. Many theft cases happen when the boat is ashore. “There are an unbelievable number of cases in which the storage facility says they never received the boat and the insured says that they left the boat in front [...]
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As the business owner of an auto body and repair shop, you have the responsibility for the day-to-day health, safety and welfare of your employees. We know that’s no easy task. In your industry, there are a number of potential chemical hazards and physical risks such as ergonomic injuries, noise, fumes, cutting tools and lifts [...]
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There are a few things you can do to help speed up your home insurance claim process. You can file a homeowners insurance claim by contacting: -Our agency; or -One of our local offices. You can also file the claim online. We has adjusters available 24/7 – ready to help you. The sooner you report the loss, [...]
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You’ve just been in an accident. Step one: take a deep breath. Now, continue reading the next steps to help you remember what to do. What to do when you have an accident: 1. Protect yourself, your auto and any other property from further damage as best you can. 2. Call the police as soon [...]
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Will you be one of the millions on the road this summer? Safety is one of the most important things to consider as you pack your car and leave home. To help you get ready for your next road trip, the National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC) recommends these 10 tips for travelers: At home 1. [...]
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Rain showers might be dandy for your garden but not for your basement. Wet basement problems may be solved simply by repairing an obvious gutter or downspout leak, but other water problems may have causes that are difficult to identify or expensive to fix. The Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety offers three steps [...]
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Even though most states require drivers to purchase auto insurance, a new study reveals that a large percentage of the population doesn’t oblige. The Insurance Research Council (IRC) estimates that 1 in 7 U.S. drivers are uninsured. “This forces responsible drivers who carry insurance to bear the burden of paying for injuries caused by drivers who carry [...]
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Mike Thomas Lighthouse Insurance mthomas@lighthouse-insurance.com www.lighthouse-insurance.com Representing Erie Insurance, recipient of the J.D. Power and Associates award for “Highest in Customer Satisfaction with the Auto Insurance Shopping Experience, Three Years in a Row” EARN $$$. PLEASE DON’T KEEP US A SECRET. WE ARE NEVER TOO BUSY TO HELP SOMEONE WHO YOU MAY THINK COULD BENEFIT [...]
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