How parents can help prevent teen distracted driving.
When researchers analyzed video of nearly 1,700 crashes involving teen drivers, they discovered that 58% of them were caused by some form of teen distracted driving. The top distraction was interaction with other teen passengers in the car; number two was cell phone...
4 tips to help prevent commercial distracted driving.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), about nine people die every day as a result of distracted driving. But the danger is compounded when drivers of commercial vehicles are driving distracted, as commercial vehicles are often much...
7 steps to take to prepare for a flood.
The best time to prepare for a flood is before the first drop of rain falls. Plan now, and you can face rising waters later with a little more peace of mind. Follow these tips to get ready for flood season: Know your risk. Do you live in a floodplain (a flood-prone...
Whole life and term life insurance: What’s the difference?
If you’re not 100% sure what the difference is between whole life and term life insurance, you’re not alone. For many, it’s enough to know that term life insurance is generally cheaper. But cost isn’t the whole story. To help you decide which is best for you and your...
3 types of business coverage you should consider.
Every business is unique. That’s why our standard policies for businesses have different iterations for retail stores and service, distributors, offices and contractors. But to fully protect the business you’ve created, it’s a good idea to add on some additional...
5 misconceptions about life insurance (and the truths you need to know).
Most of us don’t spend much time dealing with life insurance; it’s a “get it and forget it” kind of product. And since life insurance often seems complicated, it’s not surprising that we get some of the details wrong. Here are five misconceptions that many people have...
8 smart tips for safe snowmobiling.
The holiday break is the perfect time to get in some safe snowmobiling with friends and family. Before you glide off into the winter wonderland, remind yourself of these safety guidelines. Do a pre-ride maintenance check. Before the first ride of the season, follow...
Our last-minute guide to winterizing your home, business and vehicle.
It’s already feeling pretty wintery in New England, but if you haven’t yet prepared for the season, don’t despair. You can still take steps to protect your home, business and vehicle from the ravages of Old Man Winter. Just use our winterizing checklist. Winterizing...