September 7, 2017
AgencyMost Property Insurance Does Not Cover Floods
Most of us are far removed from the devastation that took place in Huston a couple weeks ago. However many of us have family or friends who live in the greater Huston Area. Though we don’t have that caliber of torrential downfall or Hurricanes here in the Sierra, it is important to remember how devastating […]
September 16, 2017
AgencyCarbon Monoxide Gas Dangers
Carbon Monoxide poisoning occurs most often during the winter months. This is because during the cold months we frequently use furnaces, water heaters, stoves, and gas fireplaces. Some precautions you can take to avoid carbon monoxide poising are to have fuel-burning appliances inspected for leaks and proper ventilation, and to make sure you have a […]
February 10, 2018
AgencyMudflows in Montecito
From my perspective working in property insurance, this is a flood, and many homeowners and businesses may be without insurance. However Dave Jones (California Insurance Commissioner) has given formal notice to insurance companies of their duty to pay for “efficient proximate cause.” What does this mean? Insurance companies would have to cover damages from the […]
September 11, 2018
AgencyTime for Your Annual Chimney Sweep
It’s the time of year again to make the final preparations for winter. Angelo’s Stove & Chimney scheduled and cleaned my home’s chimney last week. Have you ever seen a chimney fire? Take one look and you’ll want to do anything possible to prevent it. Luckily preventing a chimney fire is pretty easy with proper […]
September 25, 2018
AgencyBills Passed to Protect Wildfire Survivors
California Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones sponsored SB 894, AB 1772, AB 1800, AB 1875 and AB 2594. Governor Jerry Brown has signed these bills, and some take effect immediately. For the provisions of the bills to be effective, the loss must be from a declared disaster. The provisions of the bills help homeowners or business […]
March 27, 2019
AgencyResponsible Forest Management
Governor Newsom has waived some environmental rules to prepare for wildfire season. This is a small step in managing our forest: 35 projects covering 141 square miles. I hope Mammoth Lakes or Mono county is getting a project. Cal Fire supports this, and so does Insurance Scouts. Beetle kill caused by drought has caused an […]
May 29, 2019
AgencyMammoth Lakes Basin Fuels Reduction Project
Congratulations to Mammoth Lakes Fire Safe Council for receiving a $1,000,000 grant. This is a significant fuels reduction project that will make our town a little safer and forest happier… Insurance companies are not only analyzing property addresses and mapping them to fuel loads, but they’re also mapping topography and wind directions into their […]
June 11, 2019
AgencyWorkers Comp Insurance Special Investigation Unit
I wanted to spotlight one of our carriers that is extremely active in fighting workers comp fraud. ICW has an in-house special investigation unit department that investigates to find evidence of fraud. Workers comp fraud is a huge problem and increases costs to employers. Here’s a press release from ICW on one recent success of […]
July 2, 2019
AgencyCalifornia Deer Association Fundraiser
I recently had the chance to sponsor a table at the California Deer Association’s 17th annual benefit banquet for the Eastern Sierra chapter. The banquet was held in the Charles Brown Auditorium at the Tri-County Fairgrounds in Bishop, CA. This association works to ensure that future generations will be able to continue enjoying the region’s […]
July 2, 2019
AgencyTrout Fest at Hot Creek Hatchery
This was my first time going to Trout Fest and I’m sure my kids won’t let it be the last time. Trout Fest is held just south of Mammoth Lakes, CA off Highway 395. Turn at the Mammoth Lakes Yosemite Airport and Hot Creek Hatchery is located just beyond. The event is sponsored by California […]