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Archive for January, 2008

Have you ever wondered what it would cost you if you were stopped for drunk driving?  There are many expenses, some that you might not have considered.  A copy of a brochure that has been developed by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts itemizes the cost associated with a DWI offense.  For the sobering facts click here. 

Melanie’s Bill was signed into effect on October 28, 2005. It significantly increases penalities for impaired driving offenses in Massachusetts, especially those involving repeat drunk drivers.

As a college student, your child may be vulnerable to identity theft because of the availability of personal information and the way many students handle this data. The National Association of Insurance Commissioners helps you understand identity theft, and the steps you can take to help ensure your college student does not become a victim.

Buying flood insurance can provide protection and peace of mind. Flooding is one of the most common natural hazards in the United States. State and federal officials want to ensure that all are aware of the benefits of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).  To see some common myths and misconceptions about flood insurance, click here.

FEMA for Kids is presented by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Go to http://www.fema.gov/ and click on Kids. Meet Herman the spokescrab and tag along on his search for a disaster-proof shell.  You’ll also meet Julia and Robbie, the Disaster Twins. Wherever these two go, trouble is sure to follow.  Watch brother and sister get into – and out of – all sorts of close calls, learning along the way how to be better prepared, or how to avoid danger altogether. 

The Web site shows disasters come in many shapes and sizes. Some are predictable — like a hurricane. Some, like a tornado, can surprise us. Leaning about the different kinds of disasters will help us all be better prepared. Learn the best way to keep safe, and keep your family and pets safe, as you do what you like to do best – have fun!

The Massachusetts Independent Insurance Agents Association has launched a new web site to help consumers understand the new changes in Mass. Auto Insurance.  You can get answers to the most frequently asked questions, review a chart of what the most popular companies are planning to offer on April 1st and find out how the Independent Insurance Agents  person to person service makes all the difference.  Click here to access this helpfull, informative site.