Personal Protection
IN: Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft
Dear Valued Customer, In this issue of “——————–“ we’re focused upon the very real dangers surrounding identify theft. Identity theft remains the number one concern among consumers contacting the Federal Trade Commission. In fact, the FTC estimates that as many as 9 million Americans have their identities stolen each year. And, once they have your…
Read MoreMake A Plan
Make a plan today. Your family may not be together if a disaster strikes, so it is important to know which types of disasters could affect your area. Know how you’ll contact one another and reconnect if separated. Establish a family meeting place that’s familiar and easy to find. Step 1: Put a plan together by discussing the questions below with your…
Read MoreWhat to Do When a Wildfire Approaches
First and foremost, make sure you and your family stay safe. Everything else can be replaced. If requested by the authorities, immediately follow all evacuation orders, and know that if anything happens, Chubb will do what’s right for you—whether that’s finding you a place to stay during repairs or finding you a similar home in…
Read MoreWildfires
Wildfires can ruin homes and cause injuries or death to people and animals. A wildfire is an unplanned fire that burns in a natural area such as a forest, grassland, or prairie. Wildfires can: Often be caused by humans or lightning. Cause flooding or disrupt transportation, gas, power, and communications. Happen anywhere, anytime. Risk increases…
Read MoreIN: How To Prepare For Brush Fire Season
Dear Valued Customer, In this issue of “————-” we focus on preparing for Brush Fire Season. Brush fires cause billion dollars in damage and destroy thousands of homes every year. The good news is that there are precautionary measures you can take to keep your family and home safe. Please read on to make sure…
Read MoreIn Case Of An Earthquake
Protecting yourself and your family Be sure that all family members know how to turn off utilities (gas, water and electricity) in an emergency. Make sure every family member knows where safe spots are in each room, such as under sturdy tables or desks or in strong doorways. Identify danger zones in each room, such…
Read MoreIN: Earthquakes: Standard Insurance Policies Do Not Cover You
Dear Valued Customer, While earthquakes are most commonly associated with California, they have occurred in 39 states over the last 100 years, and have inflicted damage in all 50 states. In fact, each year there are about 5,000 earthquakes. This issue of “————–” is focused upon understanding the risks and issues associated with insuring for…
Read MoreProtect Your Ride
There are numerous antitheft systems and devices designed to make vehicles more difficult to steal or easier to trace and recover. Here are how some of them work: Audible and Visible Devices: These devices, such as a horn alarm, deter theft by bringing attention to an unauthorized attempt to steal or enter a vehicle. Visible…
Read MoreReducing Motor Vehicle Theft
In 2017, more than three-quarters of a million vehicles were stolen in the United States—and nearly half of those thefts were due to driver error. Vehicle theft is a multi-billion-dollar crime, with the cost of stolen vehicles coming in at nearly $6 billion in 2017 alone. 75.4% of those vehicles were automobiles. Summers prove to…
Read MoreHow to Prevent Auto Theft and Carjacking
Minimize the chances of vehicle robbery—and personal injury Having your vehicle stolen is bad enough, but carjacking—having it taken while you’re behind the wheel—is potentially dangerous, even lethal. Foil would-be car thieves and keep yourself safe with these precautions. Having your vehicle stolen is bad enough, but carjacking—having it taken while you’re behind the wheel—is…
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