Friday, January 2, 2015

Are left turns a deadly maneuver?

For most of us, the act of driving is part of our daily routine; it feels like second nature. But safe driving requires our focus and attention. Left-hand turns top the list of the most challenging and dangerous driving maneuvers. READ MORE >>

Friday, December 19, 2014

Preparing for the Next Catastrophe Season

In the United States, it has been a relatively quiet year for catastrophes. There were wildfires along the West Coast earlier in the year; the earthquake in Napa Valley, Calif. READ MORE >>

Friday, December 12, 2014

Brace yourself Part II: Winter is coming

In order to keep clients safe despite inclement winter weather, we're continuing with the list of guidance and advice to reduce property damage in the event of severe winter conditions. READ MORE >>

Friday, December 5, 2014

Brace yourself Part I: Winter is coming

With Buffalo, N.Y., buried under nearly six feet of snow, and a new band of storms expected to bring an additional three feet within the next few days, winter has arrived a month early. Across the U.S. READ MORE >>

Friday, November 28, 2014

This could get expensive: Winter storm losses expected to reach $2.5B for 2014

Remember last winter? It was a cold one.  It was the year of the "deep freeze in Chicago, and the ice storm that nearly brought Atlanta to its knees. READ MORE >>

Friday, October 17, 2014

More wacky claims stories from industry veterans

The case of the tenacious terrorist Claims consultant Chris Tidball has worked for P&C carriers for more than 20 years, in roles ranging from claims adjusting to management. READ MORE >>

Thursday, October 9, 2014

You'll never believe these 5 nutty claims stories

Like emergency room doctors, cops and priests in the confessional booth, insurance people are being asked to clean up the messes that people make--and worse, they’re expected to pay for them. READ MORE >>

Thursday, July 17, 2014

Finding home insurance when you have a good dog

Your dog isn't just a good dog -- he's your best friend who wouldn't hurt a flea. But you might have to prove it to get your home insurance company to cover him, especially if he belongs to a breed with a reputation as aggressive. READ MORE >>

Friday, March 28, 2014

Will Filing An Insurance Claim Raise Your Rates?

You buy insurance to protect your home and car from damage, but when an accident happens, is it in your best interest to file a claim? It seems like the answer should be a resounding "yes," but a middling "maybe" is a far better response. READ MORE >>