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Older Drivers

An article in the Washington Post took a look at U.S. Census data and noted the number of licensed drivers over the age of 65 increased 29 percent from 2003 to 2013. In fact, the article said, older drivers have...

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Connecticut Texting Laws

You know it is forbidden, but sometimes it’s so hard to resist. You hear that chime from your pocket or the cup holder and you want to look. You know you shouldn’t but what if it’s something important, like breaking...

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Winter Driving Tips

During the winter season, drivers can protect themselves and their passengers by following a few travel guidelines: • Before heading out, make sure your vehicle is tuned up and in good shape for travel. Check to make...

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Holiday Gifts and Insurance Coverage

My house is filled with expensive gifts waiting to be opened. If my home is burglarized, damaged or destroyed, are all these gifts covered under my homeowners policy? It depends on the particular gift. Many homeowners...

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Heating Your Home This Winter

As we settle into the winter months, what can be cozier than enjoying some time in front of a gently burning fire? According to the U.S. Fire Administration, more than one-third of Americans use fireplaces, wood...

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Winter Loss Prevention Tips

Now is the time to prepare to ensure we have a safe winter. Here are a few things to keep in mind to help minimize loss during the colder months: • Your fireplace hasn’t been used in a year. Before you start your first...

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Senate Passes Federal Funding Package with 3 Insurance Priorities

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Senate has followed the House in passing a federal government funding package (H.R. 1865) that includes three of the top policy priorities of the National Association of Professional Insurance...

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Other Drivers and Your Car

Is your car covered if someone else is driving? The comprehensive and collision sections of your auto-insurance policy are attached to your car, so most insurance policies with comprehensive coverage will cover your...

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Open Enrollment Period Extended until January 15, 2020

Access Health CT has made the decision to extend the Open Enrollment Period until January 15, 2020.They are doing this to give Connecticut residents more time to pick a health insurance plan for 2020. If you would like...

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What Happens if the National Flood Insurance Program Expires on December 20th?

When President Donald J. Trump signed a bill to extend the National Flood Insurance Program through Dec. 20, 2019, without any reforms in September, it was believed that the extension would give elected officials the...

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