"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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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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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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A Ride on the Wild Side? Your pet might prefer a driver’s seat lap or the wind in her fur, but you know better July 1, 2008 They give you that sad look every time you leave the house—cocked head, big unblinking eyes, perked ears. “Can’t I come with you?” When to take your pets, and when not to With…
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The derecho storm that hit Ohio and the mid-Atlantic states Friday night brought winds in excess of 70 mph, tore down power lines and trees, and left millions without power in the sweltering heat. Now, millions of American families will be faced with the task of filing insurance claims to get their homes, cars and property repaired. With approximately three…
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The I.I.I. Provides Tips for Reducing Auto Insurance Costs NEW YORK, May 24, 2012 — Excessive speeding, driving under the influence and inattention are dangerous behaviors that can lead to accidents, and ultimately drive up your auto insurance rates, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). Your driving history is one of the primary factors that goes into determining your…
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Hurricane season starts today. Belows are tips of what to do both prior and after the storm. Before a hurricane • Install hurricane shutters or precut 3/4" pieces of marine plywood for each window of your home. • Make trees more wind resistant by removing diseased or damaged limbs, then strategically removing branches so that wind can blow through. •…
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Keep fuel costs down with this helpful advice By Brandy Schaffels In this tough economy, we have to stretch our budgets farther than ever; considering how much time we spend in our cars hauling our kids around and running family errands, gas can be one of our larger expenses. Consider the following five tips to help you conserve fuel and…
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You probably come to a full halt at stop signs, always use your turn signals and never speed through a yellow light. But even the best drivers all have one thing in common: we're all human, and humans make mistakes. Maybe you forgot to look both ways before making that right turn on red, or you were following the car…
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