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In Storms Of Life, Don't Get Caught Without An Umbrella
Posted: May 1, 2015
If you've ever found yourself caught out in the driving rain with nothing but the clothes on your back for protection, you know what kind of a miserable experience that can be, temporary as it is. With all that wetness and cold, its effects can leave you longing for the comfort of the indoors. All that goes away, though, with an umbrella as your guide,...
5 Of The Safest Cars From 2014
Posted: April 24, 2015
When it comes right down to it, in the automotive world, nothing is more important than safety. Every year, the Highway Loss Data Institute and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety select the Top Safety Picks for various classes of vehicles. Recently, the Global New Car Assessment Programme - a government agency that evaluates car designs - has called on automakers to be even more mindful of implementing the...
More Than 40 Percent Of Small Businesses Will Experience A Claim In The Next 10 Years
Posted: April 3, 2015
Insurer offers advice on how to prepare and protect businesses from common and costly property and general liability claims Four out of 10 small businesses are likely to experience a property or general liability claim in the next 10 years, according to an analysis of The Hartford’s small business claims. Topping the list for the most common claim is burglary and theft, however, the most costly claim...
Paying Tribute To The 'Mom And Pop' Business Owner
Posted: March 30, 2015
Long before the big box store, mom and pop represented the entrepreneurial scene. These corner stores - typically family-owned - provided locals with a wide variety of products and services that enabled consumers to get what they needed for their daily dealings. Though mom and pop companies aren't quite as common as the used to be, small businesses have grown in number. In fact, there...
AAA: Distracted Driving For Teens A Bigger Problem Than Thought
Posted: March 25, 2015
WASHINGTON — Distractions — especially talking with passengers and using cellphones — play a far greater role in car crashes involving teen drivers than has been previously understood, according to compelling new evidence cited by safety researchers. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety analyzed nearly 1,700 videos that capture the actions of teen drivers in the moments before a crash. It found that distractions...
