ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 26, 2012 – Hurricane Sandy is predicted to make landfall this weekend and could potentially cause billions of dollars in damage to some of America’s most populated cities. As millions of people prepare for what could be a historically devastating storm, the Independent Insurance Agents & Brokers of America(IIABA or the Big “I”) and Trusted Choice® advise…
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Not if you’re a billionaire and aren’t concerned about forking over hundreds of thousands of dollars if you injure others in a car accident. For the rest of us, the answer is almost always yes. Bodily injury protection can be what stands between you and bankruptcy. By paying it, you can lean on your insurance company to cover you in…
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Where you live has a significant effect on how much you pay for car insurance. The insurance companies have information that shows residents living in one area are more likely to file claims that those living elsewhere. The types of claims made fall into two categories: claims arising from an accident and claims stemming from theft or vandalism of your…
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"Shift" program to award $20,000 to teens and high schools ERIE, Pa. (Oct. 1, 2012) - According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), nearly 18,000 teens in the U.S. ages 16 to 19 died in car accidents from 2006 to 2010. In fact the fatal crash rate for 16 to 19 year olds in theU.S. is nearly three…
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Medical protection for you when “the other guy” runs out of coverage Millions of auto accidents occur every year. Given the high speeds and low weight of cars on the road, many crashes result in serious injuries. While medical advancements can do amazing things to treat injuries, treatment comes at a high cost. Medical bills for even minor injuries can…
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Convenient Condo Living Requires Condo Insurance Whether you rent or own your condominium, is it properly protected from potential risks? You may think so, especially if your condo association appears to be highly organized, always keeping you informed of improvements to the facility and updating residents on the latest goings on. They must have your back when it comes to…
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Severe weather from Tropical Storm Isaac continues to affect the Gulf Coast region. As Mississippi and Louisiana residents recover from Isaac’s wrath, agents can use tips from Trusted Choice® to advise consumers to be cautious when returning to devastated property to recover losses. Flooding remains a major problem and risk in many areas. Safety If you have evacuated, wait until…
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By Bill Wilson A contractor is denied CGL coverage after a building that he worked on is damaged by a rainstorm. A contractor installs roof vents on a building that he first built 15 years ago. Although the contractor installs the vents properly, a severe rainstorm blows water through them and destroys about $15,000 worth of insulation and ceiling tiles.…
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by John Karcher, Published August 27, 2012, FOXBusiness Hurricane Isaac is barreling towards the Gulf Coast, forcing many businesses and homeowners to check their insurance plans. Of course, the best time to prepare for hurricanes is before they are headed your way, but it's never too late to plan. Here are answers to some commonly asked hurricane-insurance questions, answers that…
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ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 31, 2012 – Trusted Choice®, the consumer branding program for independent insurance agents and brokers, is launching a special social media campaign to raise money for Make-A-Wish®. For every “share” from the Trusted Choice® Facebook page (www.facebook.com/TrustedChoice) during the month of August, Trusted Choice® will donate $10 to Make-A-Wish. The Facebook campaign will launch a year-long fundraising…
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