Is Insurance a Commodity?

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If you focus mainly on price when buying insurance, it might feel like a commodity. However, overlooking active participation and treating insurance protection as an afterthought could diminish its role as a strategic tool for safeguarding your bottom line.

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DOI Issues Alert on Car-Sharing and Ride-Sharing Services

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Are you thinking about car-sharing or ride-sharing in Massachusetts? Beware: these options carry insurance risks. Understand your coverage limitations and potential liabilities before joining.

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Flood Insurance Bill Signed Into Law in 2014

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Governor Deval Patrick has swiftly approved House Bill No. H-3783, known as “An Act Relative to Flood Insurance” (Chapter 177 of the Acts of 2014). This new law, effective immediately, bars creditors from mandating certain types of flood insurance for residential property purchasers or owners.

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Get Your Coverage Updated Well Before a Storm

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Amid Hurricane Arthur affecting the Atlantic coast, New England residents can find solace in forecasts suggesting the storm will remain offshore, potentially limiting damage to Fourth of July festivities. However, it’s crucial to remember to update insurance coverage well before an approaching hurricane, as insurance companies typically restrict changes to property coverage limits when a storm is imminent.

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Is Hands-Free Cell Phone Use Safe?

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Using a hands-free cell phone while driving might seem safe, especially with the rise of dashboard info systems enabling such calls, but it’s not necessarily so. Although laws in Massachusetts and other states prohibit texting while driving and cell phone use by drivers under 18, it’s legal for adults to use cell phones while driving, yet this doesn’t necessarily equate to safety, especially compared to handheld devices.

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6 Tips for Burglar-Proofing Your Home

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Reduce the risk of home burglary with these effective prevention strategies. From installing motion-sensing lights to investing in a monitored burglar alarm system, taking proactive measures can significantly deter intruders and safeguard your property and peace of mind.

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CDL Self-Certification Deadline Extended to April 30, 2014

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The MassDOT RMV has extended the deadline for CDL holders to submit self-certification information and a copy of the US DOT Medical Certificate to April 30, 2014, in accordance with Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requirements.

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Commercial Drivers License – Self Certification Deadline January 30, 2014

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As per 2012 Federal and State mandates, Commercial Driver’s License holders must notify their state’s RMV about their commerce type (interstate or intrastate) and medical certificate necessity. All CDL holders must self-certify by January 30, 2014, to comply with these requirements.

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