Teens and safe cars
on Nov 20, 2009Do you have a teen or a grandchild that is just getting a driver's license? It's an exciting time — a rite-of-passage for teens — but enough to make you frantic. Yes, the first years teenagers drive can be very risky. In fact, teen drivers have t...

Are you dreaming of a 'green' Christmas, Hanukkah or Kwanzaa?
on Nov 20, 2009The holidays are just around the corner — an exciting time for families and especially youngsters. Many of us will shop, decorate our homes and enjoy the festivities. Why not make your celebration "green" this year? It's easy: Here are some ways to...

Who should consider a will?
on Nov 20, 2009In a word — everyone. Regardless of age, regardless of wealth — we all should consider preparing a will. It could help you to control who receives your property, who will be the guardian of your children and who will manage your estate upon your...

State Farm Owes $310M in Refunds, Texas Regulators Say
on Nov 20, 2009November 17, 2009 The Texas Department of Insurance has ordered State Farm Lloyd’s (SFL) to refund a total of $310 million to policyholders after finding that the insurer had overcharged customers beginning in 2003.It’s a finding that the departm...

Texas May Drop Phone Numbers from Vehicle Accident Reports
on Oct 29, 2009In a blow to businesses that contact drivers after car wrecks, Texas' law enforcement and transportation agencies have agreed to drop telephone numbers from crash reports. The move is supported by the insurance industry, which says it will help preve...

Halloween Safety Tips
on Oct 29, 2009•Prevent Accidents: Remove lawn furniture, or any other obstacles, to avoid accidents or damage. Ensure your home’s entry is in good condition, free of loose or broken pieces on stairwells and walkways to avoid trick-or-treaters’ injuries on yo...

Vehicle choice is particularly important for young drivers.
on Oct 28, 2009If your teenager has just gotten a driver's license, chances are he or she is looking forward to driving to school this fall. It may be hard to imagine handing them keys to your brand new car, but that may be the smartest vehicle to choose.While gett...

Safe Parking Tips
on Oct 20, 2009Some road rage incidents don't occur on a roadway. You are just as likely to encounter an aggressive driver while parking your vehicle, especially in suburban parking lots. Parking lot confrontations can result in violence.You can take some basic ste...

What Causes Car Accidents?
on Oct 19, 2009The dictionary defines accident as "an unexpected and undesirable event, a mishap unforeseen and without apparent cause." Strictly speaking, most accidents are not accidents at all: they are collisions that could and should have been avoided. So, wha...

SUPPORT CELL PHONES FOR SOLDIERS
on Oct 16, 2009Registered 501(c)3 Organization Hopes to Collect 100,000 Cell Phones, Enough to Provide 6 Million Minutes Calling Time for Troops Serving OverseasNORWELL, Mass., October 16, 2009 – In August, Cell Phones for Soldiers provided their 50 millionth min...