In 2018, 51 children died from being left in a hot vehicle according to noheatstroke.org. This is the highest number of vehicular heatstroke deaths in 21 years. Excluding car crashes, heatstroke is the leading cause of death in vehicles for children aged 14 and under and an average of 38 children have died each [...]
More than a week after Miami Air Flight 293 crashed into the St. John’s River at NAS Jax and passengers still do not have answers. If you checked a bag before your flight, your possessions are most likely ruined; or even worse, your pet was below in the checked luggage department and unfortunately is [...]
You’ve heard the buzz, you’ve seen the news but are you aware of the penalties? We have all seen it- the person walking down the street, sitting at the bar or laying out at the beach smoking on their e-cigarette aka vape pen. BUT how many of you knew that the person smoking on [...]
Hurricane Irma Damage? We hope that everyone that was in the path of Hurricane Irma is receiving the assistance they need to get life back to normal. Below are some helpful links and tips for those needing FEMA Relief and to make cliams through homeowners insurance policies. FLORIDA DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES: MyFloridaCFO.com Here [...]
PROTECT YOUR SKIN THIS SUMMER Don’t forget to use sunscreen when you head outside this summer! It’s important to protect your skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays. Using sunscreen helps prevent the sun’s radiation from reaching the skin. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, the most effective sunscreens are ones that have broad [...]
According to the Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, every day, about ten people die from unintentional drowning. Of these, two are children aged 14 or younger. Drowning ranks fifth among the leading causes of unintentional injury death in the United States. With summer quickly approaching, it’s essential to learn these water safety tips and [...]
Hyundai and Kia are recalling nearly 1.2 million cars and SUVs because the engines can fail and stall, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall covers the Korean automakers' most popular models including 2013 and 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport SUVs and Sonata midsize cars. Also covered are Kia Optima midsize cars from 2011 [...]
The holidays are quickly approaching and for some individuals that means they are planning on traveling. Whether you go by plane, car, bus or train you are joined by a few million companions called germs. Here are a few tips to keep in mind when you are traveling this holiday season to avoid getting sick. [...]
Businesses and Homeowner's should begin surveying damages to their property and belongings. As you begin filing a homeowner or commercial property insurance claim, here are a few tips to help with the process. Document all damaged property and belongings. Take photos or shoot video footage before attempting any temporary repairs. When you file an insurance [...]
Rental car reimbursement coverage helps pay for rental car costs you incur when your car's damages are covered by your comprehensive and collision car insurance coverage. For example, you may need to rent a car if your own car is being repaired for damages caused: In a car accident where you were at-fault. In a [...]
