With harsh weather conditions and fluctuating temperatures in the northeast, debris and gravel emanating from the road, and minor accidents and fender benders, windshield chips and breakage are extremely common. In fact, auto glass damage generates more insurance claims by far than any other vehicle-related claim. Electing auto glass coverage as part of one’s auto […]
The risks that craft brewers face can be as unique as the very beer the establishments brew. Some of the most common craft brewery insurance claims are related to secondary fermentation, a process that could lead to explosions if the beer is canned or bottled prematurely. Fermentation vessels have proper ventilation allowing gases formed by […]
New York State and the Hudson Valley region boasts one of the most dynamic bases for the craft brewing industry in all of America, fostering interest among locals and generating economic growth in the area. As your independent insurance agency, we are here to make sure your business thrives. Here are some resources for craft […]
Garrett Explains | Episode 13 In Episode 13, Garrett explains the steps you should take in the unfortunate event of a car accident. Contact our insurance specialists (and our Claims Specialist!) at 845-986-1177 to learn more. We are your business, home, auto, and life insurance solutions provider, partner, and adviser, serving Warwick, Greenwood Lake, Florida, […]
If you are involved in a fender bender, should you file an insurance claim or self-insure the loss and pay the repairs out-of-pocket? When it’s NOT recommended to file a claim: If you are confined to your own property and there is only minor damage. If you run into something like the pole of your […]
Working a long time for the same company is unusual in today’s business world. But on Monday, January 15, Seely & Durland Insurance held a luncheon and celebration at the Warwick Inn to honor Claims Manager, Linda Decker, for her 50 years of service to the firm. Having spent her entire career with SDI, she […]
Improving Your Financial Health Let’s face it — your New Years resolution to eat healthier, exercise more, or work a little less doesn’t always last the full calendar year. There are, however, several steps you can take right now that will have long-range, positive implications on your financial health. Insurance serves as a financial […]
The latest Farmers Insurance Seasonal Smarts Digest uses the last four years’ worth of auto claims data from roads around the country and in the Tri-State Area to highlight some of the most common hazards drivers face during the spring season. Farmers’ claims data from 2013-2016 identified the three major trouble spots between March and May for […]
A car accident is a stressful and scary event, as several questions race through your mind at once. Should I approach the driver? Should I move my car? Do I call the police? When should I make a claim? Hopefully, you’ve established a high level of trust with your insurance agency and the claims specialist representing […]
There are many reasons why you should choose an independent insurance agency, but claims support may just be the most important. This is especially true here in the Hudson Valley region, where homeowners, drivers, and business owners turn to their local independent insurance professionals to handle the protection of their assets. Enter, Linda Decker. Linda, […]