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Get ‘hurricane ready’ before storms threaten home or business

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Weather forecasters predict above-average activity this Atlantic hurricane season, which runs from June 1 to November 30. Take steps to minimize damage and speed recovery. The post Get ‘hurricane ready’ before storms threaten home or business appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Steps following a car accident can help in a crunch

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Your first instinct after a car accident may be to call for help. Do you have a plan for what comes next? Being proactive in your response can help keep you, your passengers and your property safe while simplifying the process of filing an insurance claim. The post Steps following a car accident can help in a crunch appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Car mirror adjustment – lean into it

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Knowing how to adjust and use mirrors is one of the easiest and most effective ways to prevent a blind spot car crash. The post Car mirror adjustment – lean into it appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Back to school: Some things don’t change

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Continued effects of the coronavirus pandemic seem to assure that this will be a back-to-school season like no other. While every community and school district is likely to have its own protocols to cope with the threat of COVID-19, other experiences are universal and unchanging. Review our blog posts from prior years for safety and insurance tips that are especially important as school resumes. The post Back to school: Some things don’t change appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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The hidden effect of COVID-19 on fleet safety

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If you’ve driven a motor vehicle since COVID-19 restrictions were initiated in March 2020, you’ve undoubtedly noticed fewer vehicles on the road. You might think this would result in a reduction in overall auto crash rates in general and fatality rates in particular. Unfortunately, it appears just the opposite is happening. While actual miles driven have declined, crash and fatality rates have increased. The post The hidden effect of COVID-19 on fleet safety appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Your safety rides on your tires

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You and your passengers depend on your tires for a secure ride. Stay safe and save money by regularly maintaining your tires. The post Your safety rides on your tires appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Selling your car? Take care with title transfer

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If you sell your car privately, make sure the sale is documented and that the vehicle is titled in the new owner’s name. The post Selling your car? Take care with title transfer appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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Safety tips before, during and after a wildfire

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Safety is a constant concern to those living in an area threatened by wildfire. Consider these tips to help you and your family before, during and after a wildfire. The post Safety tips before, during and after a wildfire appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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What to do when buying a new or used car

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Congratulations on your new car! Purchasing a new vehicle is exciting, and insurance isn’t normally the first thing on your mind. When you finally think of it, you may be overwhelmed and not sure what to do. Here are some tips. The post What to do when buying a new or used car appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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What to do when buying a new or used car

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Congratulations on your new car! Purchasing a new vehicle is exciting, and insurance isn’t normally the first thing on your mind. When you finally think of it, you may be overwhelmed and not sure what to do. Here are some tips. The post What to do when buying a new or used car appeared first on The Cincinnati Insurance Companies blog.
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