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What to do at the scene of an accident

Here are five steps to take after a car accident. This short video can also be a discussion starter with your teenage or young adult driver that may be listed on your policy. So even though we all think that we know what to do in case of an accident- some drivers in our household may not. Let us know if the video was helpful!

10 Million Fisher Price Items Recalled

This morning Fisher-Price announced massive recalls of toys, tricycles and high chairs. Safety concerns with these products were highlighted after several injuries were reported. Six children injured on the Fisher-Price Trikes and Tough Trikes toddler tricycles required medical attention. To learn more about these recalls and what specific products are affected, please visit http://www.service.mattel.com

This information was published courtesy of MyLocalHosting.com. Tricycle photo by Associated Press.

Do you know what types of water damage are covered by your homeowners policy?

This informative video mentions the importance of purchasing flood insurance, even if you do not live in an area officially labeled as a "flood zone." According to the National Flood Insurance Program, floods are the most common natural disaster in the US. If you want to learn more about how to protect your home through the right policies, call us, your local insurance agency, today.

This information was published courtesy of MyLocalHosting.com

Traffic deaths reach lowest point in 60 years.

According to the Department of Transportation, Americans are driving more miles with fewer accidents. Traffic fatalities fell 9.7%, according to last year's statistics. With over 30,000 deaths recorded in 2009 though, keeping safe on the roads is still a big priority. Remember to always wear your seat-belt and stay alert when you get behind the wheel.

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September is Life Insurance Awareness Month. How much do you know about life insurance?

Feel free to "quiz" us about our knowledge of life insurance and how the right policy can benefit you and your family. Leave a comment below or call our agency today to find out more!

Award-winning video: great reminder about seat-belts

Seat-belt use reduces the risk of serious injury by 45% (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration). A decision that takes two seconds to make could change your life, and the lives of those you love, forever. Please share this video with your friends and help increase awareness of this issue.

Confused about life insurance? It may be complicated, but this video reminds us that there are many online resources and, even better, "real live people" to help you figure it out!

A humorous look at the excuses people make when it comes to purchasing life insurance. Click "Like" below if you think life insurance really does matter.

Jump-Rope Record

Jumping rope just got a lot more exciting for tens of thousands of California elementary school students. On February 1st, a coordinated effort by the California Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance and over 2,000 schools challenged a Guinness World Record for jump-roping. Over 85,000 people jumped rope simultaneously in the same 10-minute span.

Students who had been practicing for months were excited for the challenge and did put forth a great effort. The real payoff, however, won't be a place in the record books. With childhood obesity continuing to be a major problem, developing positive excercise habits at a young age is key.
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Excercise is just part of the battle for good health. Kids need regular checkups and quality health care. Talk to us, your local insurance agency, if you want to know how to find a good health plan, or visit InsureKidsNow.gov to learn more.

Boy's Best Friend

Dog's have long been called "man's best friend." Austin Foreman's dog, Angel, has certainly earned the title of "boy's best friend."

The 11-year old was moving firewood on his parent's property in the small town of Boston Bar, British Columbia, when his golden retriever became agitated. She began running around in circles. A cougar soon appeared. Angel intercepted the predator and fought it while Austin ran inside. The local RCMP Constable soon responded to the situation and was able to kill the cougar. Miraculously, Angel survived. The loyal canine is expected to make a full recovery.

Dogs are wonderful animals, but before purchasing one be sure you know about its breed. Some breeds are not insurable through your homeowner or renters policy. Other breeds can be very high maintanence and may be more of a hassle than you originally thought. If you want to know more about this topic, please call us, your local insurance agency, today.
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