Halloween is just around the corner, and many people may not realize how frightening this spooky night could really be for their personal safety, property or bank accounts. Here’s the Top 10 Halloween Safety Tips that keep families safe: Tip #10: Think of your pets. DDM advises you to keep your pets inside on…
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recently published new rules on discrimination, injury and illness reporting that will impact many businesses across the country. Big “I” agencies should review the rules and share them with their business clients. The new rules prohibit employers from discriminating or retaliating against employees for reporting a work-related injury…
Everybody knows about climate change and catastrophes, the Internet of Things and the cloud, the on-demand economy and online shopping, autonomous vehicles and robots in the workplace, terrorism and pandemics, 3-D printing and cyber theft, and political instability and economic uncertainty. Insurance professionals have been talking about these and many other emerging risks for years.…
Are your kids this Halloween dreaming of Spiderman or Elsa, the Snow Queen of “Frozen”? Whether they want to be costumed princesses or saviors of the city, your kids are focused on the fun. But we know that parents may be feeling the fear. From dangerous streets and potentially tampered candy to some crazy adult…
Breaking traffic laws can have far greater consequences than a simple traffic ticket. Causing an accident due to negligence could kill or seriously injure you, your loved ones and other drivers. Read and share the following information with your friends and family, particularly young drivers. Texting While Driving – Driving while texting, emailing or using…
As the weather heats up, motorcycle enthusiasts across the U.S. prepare their bikes for the first ride of spring. Whether you’re the operator dusting off your favorite ride, or you need tips for riding on the back of a motorcycle, we’ve got you covered. Make sure your bike and your riding partner are ready to…
“Employers must do more to prevent injuries” A new report released by OSHA explores the substantial impact of workplace injuries and illnesses on income inequality Despite the decades-old legal requirement that employers provide workplaces free of serious hazards, every year, more than three million workers are seriously injured, and thousands more are killed on the job. The…
Power outages tend to happen more in the peak winter months, January being the main one. If one happens in your area, get through it with these important tips. Before an Outage Check flashlights and battery-powered portable radios to ensure that they are working, and you have extra batteries. A radio is an important source…
Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday are the biggest retail and online shopping days of the year. While there are many great deals to be had it is important to do your homework to make sure you protect your holiday budget. The following tips will help ensure you are able to focus on…
No doubt, Summer can bring some pretty severe storms to North Texas. According to the National Weather Service, lightning strikes account for an average of 54 deaths per year in the United States, so when thunderstorms are in the forecast, it’s usually a sign to head indoors and if you have to put away the…
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