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How to Protect Your Classic Car

The collector car market evolves with each generation. While the Silent Generation started collecting cars, it was Baby Boomers who really got it rolling. They fell in love with the Chevrolet Bel Air, the Ford Mustang,...


New CDL Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse

Another significant update to employers that have Commercial Licensed Drivers across the country, the FMCSA has announced the release and registration for the New CDL Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. This online database...


What Car Drivers Need to Know about Motorcycles

Fall is here, and there are still plenty of motorcycles on the road. And the key word here is “see.” People driving cars and trucks often fail to notice the motorcyclists around them, partly because they’re not...


How to Ride Your Motorcycle Safely in a Group

Group riding is a favorite activity among many motorcycle riders. Whether you’re part of a riding club, a social event, a charity ride, or out for a leisurely cruise with friends, group riding can be a rewarding way to...


Do You Qualify for Preferred Tow Truck Rates?

In our last Tow blog, we talked about why insurance rates for the towing industry were going up. If you didn't get a chance to read it, you can click Here To Read It. As discussed in our blog, rates are going up for...


Five Tips to (Finally) Get your Garage Organized

There’s perhaps no organizing task more daunting than the garage-it’s often the dumping ground for the stuff that has no other place in the house, or the things you don’t use but just can’t bring yourself to toss. How...


Your Farm Insurance Policy Has You Covered, or Does It?

How to know what coverage you have and if it is appropriate. - You pay premiums and have an insurance policy for your farm so you are covered in the event of a loss, right? You have coverage on your home, your buildings,...


Boating Season is Here – Are You Up to Speed on Safety?

With spring in full bloom and summer just on the horizon, prime boating season is upon us. And you might notice more people on the water than ever, because sales of recreational boats have been growing at a steady clip...


Why Tow Truck Insurance Costs Are Going Up

As the owner of a towing company, you have likely noticed your company's insurance rates increasing over the past few years. I'm sure insurance has never been your favorite part of the business, but the rising costs add...


Three Ways to Lower Your Carbon Footprint

April 22 marked the 49th annual Earth Day, when more than 1 billion people in nearly 200 countries were expected to take part in what the Earth Day Network calls “the largest civic-focused day of action in the world.”...


Spring Cleaning Tips

Spring is a time for new beginnings, and cleaning and organization around the house are very popular this time of year. If you’re ready to tackle the monumental spring cleaning chore, read on for some helpful...


Home Security Technology: Keeping you ahead of the burglars

Back in the early days of home security “systems,” around the end of World War I, it was common for homeowners to hire “door shakers”-night watchmen who would literally walk around and check doors to make sure they were...


Thumb Drives Are Evil!

Thumb Drives. Helpful or Hazard? Read Karl Demuth’s Blog about these seemingly innocuous devices.


February Building Blocks Newsletter

In the February issue of Building Blocks, Eric Pempus, FAIA, Esq., NCARB, ORSA, reviews the do's and don'ts of Sealing and Stamping Design Professional Documents in Ohio.


Looking at a new piece of jewelry? Make sure to look at your insurance, too

Whether it’s a gift from someone special or a gift to yourself, a new piece of jewelry can bring some sparkle to your life. However, many people who find themselves victimized by burglars—or a fire or some other...


Is your home as efficient as it could be? An energy audit can tell you

Drafty windows. Leaky faucets. Dirty air filters. All are common issues in homes across the country, and they’re not just annoying-they also cost you money in decreased energy efficiency and higher bills. The U.S....