Fight the Urge to Swerve When You See Deer!
Posted: December 10, 2015
“When you see a deer, your first and best response should be to slow down,” said Kevin Dowling, assistant vice president of Direct Claims at Grinnell Mutual Reinsurance Company. Swerving makes a bad situation worse Fight the urge to swerve when you spot a deer on the road. Swerving to avoid a deer may make a bad situation worse, leading to a more serious accident...
Four Ways to Prepare Your Boat for Winter
Posted: October 13, 2015
Shorter days, turning leaves, and chilly water temperatures signal that soon it may be time to store your boat. Before you store your boat, Pardridge Insurance and Grinnell Mutual recommends performing end-of-season maintenance. “The primary purpose of winterizing your boat is to prevent the engine block from freezing, cracking, or related mechanical failure that you may discover as you prepare for that first trip around...
I had a car accident. What do I need to report?
Posted: September 30, 2015
Car accidents are stressful but quickly reporting your claim can bring peace of mind. Once you’ve taken a few deep breaths and made sure everyone is safe, here is the information you need to gather to report the incident your Insurance Agent. Special mobile features for our insurance partner Grinnell Mutual have also been highlighted. 1. Snap a photo or video of the damaged vehicle(s)...
Don't You Multi-task Behind the Wheel!
Posted: September 11, 2015
May we have your undivided attention, please?!! Of the 210 million licensed drivers in the United States, 660,000 of them are also using a cell phone or an electronic device while driving, according to the National Occupant Protection Use Survey. These drivers are four times more likely to be involved in a car crash, according to research from the National Safety Council. Multitasking behind the...
Driving Through Flood Waters - A Risk Not Worth Taking!
Posted: July 17, 2015
Turn around, don’t drown. The next time your community receives a flood watch or warning, you'll probably hear that phrase from your favorit weatherperson. Pardridge Insurance urges you to avoid driving in flood waters because of the threats to your vehicle and your life. Flood waters are the deadliest form of severe weather. More people died because of flood waters than lightning, tornadoes, or windstorms...