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Celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month

Celebrating National Disability Employment Awareness Month

October marks National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time dedicated to raising awareness about creating inclusive workplaces and promoting opportunities for workers with disabilities. NDEAM encourages businesses to recognize the potential of people with disabilities and to actively work toward fostering environments that accommodate and celebrate diversity. As companies strive for inclusion, NDEAM serves as a reminder of the progress made and the ongoing...

When is a Car Considered Totaled—And What Happens When It Is?

When is a Car Considered Totaled—And What Happens When It Is?

The first step in determining whether a car is totaled (or, in insurance terms, a total loss) is to calculate its actual cash value (ACV) at the time of the loss. The ACV is how much your vehicle is worth after factoring in depreciation. On average, vehicles depreciate more than 20 percent in the first year and approximately 10 percent each additional year for the...

What Happens If My Neighbor’s Tree Falls in My Yard?

What Happens If My Neighbor’s Tree Falls in My Yard?

For the most part, homeowners are responsible for what falls into their own yard. So, if a storm causes your neighbor’s tree to fall in your yard, your homeowners' insurance could help cover the cost of removing the tree and remedying the damage it caused on your property after your deductible. The same is true in reverse: If a tree on your property falls in...

How Named Storms Affect Your Insurance Coverage

How Named Storms Affect Your Insurance Coverage

When a hurricane is on the way, you have to act fast. While you’re making an evacuation plan or stocking up on bottled water, the last thing you want to be thinking is, “Will my insurance cover what happens after this?” Yes, hurricanes can be devastating – personally and financially. But anxiety can keep you from being present to what matters most. We want you...

Top 4 Fall Driving Hazards (And How to Handle Them)

Top 4 Fall Driving Hazards (And How to Handle Them)

The start of fall brings a lot of welcome things: a new school year, cooler temps and changing leaves. You may not notice it right away, but your daily commute is affected by the shorter days and changing weather, too. (For example: Did you know wet leaves can be as slippery as ice?) Stay alert this fall. Here are the top things to look out...