Hey Long Island Drivers, Do You Know Why Teens Crash?
Posted: August 29, 2012
As we all have been told before, teens are more likely to have an accident than more experienced drivers. It's even reflected in state laws that restrict their driving privileges...and their higher insurance rates. The journal Accident Analysis and Prevention published an article in 2011 that was performed by Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and State Farm. This article compared and contrasted 800 vehicle accidents caused...
Is Flood Insurance Important?
Posted: August 28, 2012
Is flood insurance a necessity? Take a look in the closest mirror and ask the person you see if he or she is the owner of property that could be damaged or destroyed by something as "everyday" as water. If the answer is yes, then you should seriously consider buying flood insurance. Some who need the protection buy coverage offered by the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). However, if...
4 Ways to protect your vehicle from theft...
Posted: August 27, 2012
In addition to threatening your personal safety, excessive vehicle theft in your neighborhood is just another factor taken into consideration when your insurance company sets you auto insurance rates for comprehensive coverage (which covers vehicle theft). The National Insurance Crime Bureau, or NICB, recommends four procedures of protection from auto theft. Use common sense. Never leave your keys in the ignition when the car in unattended....
Gravitating towards water
Posted: August 24, 2012
Growing up on Long Island, it's in most people's nature to gravitate towards water, whether it's going to the beach for the day or buying a shore front home. But as many of us "Long Islanders" know, living by the water can be just as stressful as it is peaceful; especially when it comes to what kind of water damage is covered under your insurance policy....
Child Safety as a passenger, have you thought about it lately?
Posted: August 23, 2012
Do you normally have a child in the vehicle with you while driving? If so, have you taken every possible approach to make sure they are safe? Are you fully informed with what is involved in keeping children safe? If not, here are a few tips on protecting children, the persons most susceptible to injuries during accidents. Child Restraint Laws While you may think your...