Safely Grilling for 164 Million
Posted: July 1, 2015
According to the National Retail Federation’s 2013 Independence Day survey, seven in 10 Americans who plan to celebrate the 4th of July this year will attend a barbecue, cookout or picnic. That amounts to 164 million people enjoying a flame broiled burger or two, a record number compared to previous surveys. If you’re one of the millions who will be grilling this holiday weekend –...
New Consumer Trends in Homes, Cars and More
Posted: June 15, 2015
For decades, we worked to own homes— the bigger, the better. And ownership was the default choice for homes, cars and everything else. Things are different today. Homes are shrinking in size for the first time in years, more people are renting and car leasing is on the rise. Meanwhile, some of the fastest-growing companies promote sharing rather than owning. A look into these new...
Don’t Let Dog Bites Send You to the Doghouse
Posted: June 12, 2015
By: Ashley Weber, Eriesense.com The laws governing dog bite liability vary by state and, like all aspects of insurance, coverage is regulated by individual states. Here’s what you need to know about insurance and dog bites: Homeowners and renters insurance policies typically cover dog bite liability. If a claim exceeds the policy’s limit, though, the dog owner would be personally responsible for all damages above...
How to Prevent Dog Bites
Posted: June 11, 2015
By: Ashley Weber, Eriesense.com A professional pet trainer explains why dogs bite—and what you can do to prevent your pooch from causing harm. Cute, cuddly, loyal and smart—it’s no wonder dogs hold the title of “man’s best friend” and that 39 percent of American households own at least one dog. So why is it that our canine companions bite humans 4.7 million times every year...
How to Avoid Burns Outside of the Home
Posted: May 15, 2015
By: Erie Insurance Winter can be loaded with outdoor hazards like sleet, black ice, snow and freezing conditions. So no one blames you when spring finally arrives and you can’t wait to spend time outside without your teeth chattering. But warmer weather is not without its own risk. And burns outside of the home are at the top of the list. Below are some tips...