Informative articles on insurance, safety and risk for you, your family or your business. Each article includes a link for you to share with anyone who may benefit.
Small businesses are an integral part of evert community throughout the country. They are critical to the health of our local economies while providing a range of essential services and enhancing diversity. After all, these enterprises are staffed by members of the very communities they serve and are, in turn, able to weather the inevitable ups and downs of economic growth and recession through the support of loyal local customers.
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Even businesses with the most effective Human Resources Departments and the happiest of employees are vulnerable to lawsuits. Unforeseen situations can quickly escalate, positive working relationships can turn sour, and employees can become litigious, sometimes without valid reason. Unfortunately, even the most bogus claims must be addressed in court, and legal fees associated with winning a lawsuit can exceed $250,000, which hardly feels like a victory.
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Spring is just around the corner, and with it comes the annual overhaul known as spring cleaning. For some, it's a welcome refresh on all the spaces and places we call home. For others, the clutter-filled weeks are a dreaded necessity to avert being buried by belongings. Avid spring cleaners leave no room untouched, no drawer or closet safe from the purge and polish.
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Amazing Grazin owner Dani Keller transformed nearly two decades of event and catering experience into the small business of her dreams. Now, you can find her carefully curated charcuterie boards at weddings, breweries, and more - all over Southern Pennsylvania.
If you haven't had a rate increase on your home, auto, or other insurance yet, it's likely that you'll see one soon. But what is the real cause of rate increases? There are several reasons that costs are on the rise, and many of them can be traced back to inflation, supply chain issues, and a tight job market. In this blog, we'll walk you through the factors causing insurance premiums to rise, as well as a few things you can do to manage your insurance amidst inflation.
The thought of speaking to an insurance adjuster following a major car accident or house fire can feel overwhelming. The best thing you can do is to be prepared should you ever need to file a claim. In this guide, we'll walk you through the entire insurance process. Whether you're injured in a car crash or repairing your home after a harsh storm, the process is pretty much the same - and we'll be there to guide you through it.
As prices for gas, consumer products and services rise often insurance costs follow the same trend. Insurance premiums for car insurance can vary based on multiple factors.
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New parents have their hands full. While the nine months leading up to the birth of a child afford plenty of time to research the best gear and make necessary preparations, the list of concerns for that fragile bundle of joy can be intimidating. And selecting the right car seat is one of the most challenging. Between reviews, recalls, budgets, and difficult-to-understand instructions, the world of car seat shopping is not for the faint of heart. But it needn't be so complicated: once you know the lingo and your needs, it's just a matter of finding the right fit for your vehicle and family.
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Many of us can't imagine life without our pets. According to the American Pet Products Association, nearly 70 million U.S. households include at least one dog and 45 million households include cats. And it's no surprise: their wagging tails upon our arrival home and purring snuggles after a long day at the office are the best kinds of welcomes. The relationships we forge with our furry friends can be some of the most supportive.
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Few of us in Pennsylvania are immune to occasionally losing an hour to mindless scrolling on our phones and devices. After all, it's the nature of social media and the internet: an endless series of rabbit holes full of breaking news, TikTok videos, shopping, and Insta updates we didn't know we needed. But, for some, those technological time warps aren't just occasional, they're a daily, or even hourly, preoccupation. When does an innocuous pastime become a problematic addiction? And what do we do about it?
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