November 8, 2019
AgencyGuest Post: More Than Candles Burned for My Mom’s Birthday
Today’s post comes from Insurance Scouts employee Jane Lawton. On the weekend of October 26th, I had planned a surprise party for my mother. I had been planning this party since August — 55 people had accepted and I was running the event. y mother lives in the west part of San Fernando Valley, located in Los […]
October 31, 2019
AgencyTick Fire- Client Evacuates
Last Thursday I received a call from a very concerned and upset client. Their family just gathered a few items and evacuated from the Tick Fire. After confirming coverage and that the policy was current we sent them a policy copy with claim number. We assured them they made the correct decision to evacuate while […]
August 6, 2019
AgencyAvoiding Insurance? Think About Safety
Have you ever heard statistics about accidents around the home? A Secure Life lists falls as number one. My house is located in Crowley Lake, CA. Every year we have friends and family over to celebrate Independence Day. In 2018 one of my uncles tripped on a lower step, but luckily he wasn’t hurt badly. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]