Monthly Archives: May 2015

Comments Off on Expert Shares Cybersecurity Tips for Small Businesses
28 May,2015

Target. Home Depot. Anthem.

These companies and many more have made headlines in recent years after suffering massivedata breaches. Each of these incidents put customers’ data at risk—and put a serious dent in the companies’ bottom lines and reputations.

Of course, big corporations aren’t the only ones at risk of a data breach: For every large company that’s the victim of a data breach, many other small businesses fall prey as well.

David Kennedy clo...

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Comments Off on Car Voice Systems: A Positive Development or Another Distraction?
28 May,2015

In a perfect world, every driver would avoid all distractions while driving. Yet the reality remains that many Americans continue to use their phones behind the wheel.

In an effort to reduce the dangers that phones pose and to offer customers an enticing new technology feature, auto makers are increasingly including car voice systems in new models. These systems let drivers use voice commands to operate their smartphones and their cars’ infotainment systems.

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Comments Off on Insurance Wholesaler-Distributors Need
12 May,2015

As a wholesaler-distributor, you most likely need coverage for your building, your business personal property, the personal property of others in your care, liability and employee on-the-job injuries.

And that is probably just the beginning since wholesaler-distributors face some pretty unique risks. Below are some common industry risks that can help you think about insurance wholesaler-distributors need...

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Comments Off on Hail: What it is and How You Can Protect Yourself and Your Property
12 May,2015

Hail on a lawn.

You probably don’t give hail a moment’s thought until it’s falling from the sky or bouncing off the roof of your house. And while you might not know a lot about hail, you probably know that it can be one of nature’s more destructive forces.

For reasons like this, it’s worth learning a little more about it. This series of posts answers some of the most common questions about this weather phenomenon.
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Comments Off on Ask ERIE: Whose Insurance Pays When Your Friend Crashes Your Car?
12 May,2015

Auto insurance typically follows the car rather than the driver. This means that your insurance will likely pay if your friend crashes your car.

There are two exceptions. The first is when the damage and/or injuries exceed the available limits on your policy. In this instance, it’s possible that your friend’s insurance would kick in to cover the outstanding balance.

Another exception can occur when someone drives your car without your permission...

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