Today’s vehicles are designed and built with safety measures and parts that can reduce the risk of fires and other serious dangers, especially those that can occur during car accidents. However, fires can still occur. Read on to learn about some of the most common causes of car fires so you can keep your vehicle …
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Occasionally doing work from home typically doesn’t count as a home-based business for legal or insurance purposes. However, if you decide to start selling cookies out of your kitchen, you’re in business. There are some gray areas that can make it more difficult to determine if you have a home-based business and whether or not …
Business travel has become increasingly common as companies strive to thrive within the global economy. While traveling might be essential for conducting research or closing a deal, it does come with an increased risk of accidental injuries. Business travel accident insurance is designed to compensate people who get hurt while traveling for business purposes. When …
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It’s safe to assume you don’t want to have your car’s battery go bad at the worst possible time. Not being mindful of what’s happening with your car’s battery increases your odds of being in an accident, which could affect your insurance rates. As winter arrives, being without a working battery can be even more …
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When you have a single-family residence that’s not used for rentals, there’s always the potential for something to go wrong. Therefore, it only stands to reason insurance is necessary when multiple people are involved, which is essentially what you’re doing with Airbnb. Take a moment to learn about what kind of insurance you need if …
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When you’re busy going where you need to go, the last thing on your mind is the oil in your car. However, it does need to be changed regularly—between 7,500 and 10,000 miles is the general recommendation. There are other factors to consider as well, which we go over below. Driving Frequency This is one …
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In legal terms, malpractice is defined as a “negligent professional activity or action.” Since this definition can be a little vague, let’s take a moment to discuss what can be considered a business malpractice and how such actions can affect your commercial insurance. It’s worth noting that malpractice refers to actions taken individually by employees …
It’s nice to share big news with someone. However, if that “someone” happens to be your insurance company, whether or not you share depends on what you have in mind. This certainly applies to home renovations. The short answer is yes, there are benefits to letting your insurance company know, especially if we’re talking about …
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At one time, jump-starting a car was a common practice if you needed to give your battery an added jolt to get going. However, modern engines are designed differently from what was common even a decade ago. These days, it’s best not to jump-start your vehicle. The experts from Altra Insurance Services, a premier insurance …
Car and truck horns certainly have a valid and important purpose. However, they can also be a bit irritating if they’re overused or used in situations where it’s really not appropriate to be using your horn. In some situations, horn use may contribute to accidents and affect your insurance rates to some extent. The experienced …
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