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Prepare for Potential Natural Disasters and Emergencies
Disasters and emergencies can happen at any time. That's why during National Preparedness Month in September, Americans are reminded of the impact that potential disasters can have. Disasters typically include natural events such as avalanche, earthquake, extreme...
Mapfre and MassDOT: A Commitment to Safety and Service
For over 20 years, Mapfre Insurance and the MassDOT Highway Assistance Program have stood as a visible symbol of reliability and safety for Massachusetts drivers, free of charge and open to everyone, regardless of insurance provider. Since 2003, Mapfre has proudly...
Fire Pit Safety
In 2023, local fire departments responded to an estimated 1,560,500 fires nationwide. These incidents resulted in 3,790 civilian deaths, 13,250 civilian injuries, and approximately $18 billion in property damage. Of the reported fires, 17% were rubbish fires, 8% were...
How to Prevent Vehicle Theft
A vehicle was stolen an average of every 32 seconds in the United States in 2022, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). These thefts cost drivers thousands of dollars and also cause insurance premiums to rise. In 2022, more than 1...
Steps to an Auto Damage Claim
Often, the appraisal option is chosen when a claim is first reported. These options include: CAR EZ – Your simple start-to-finish, guaranteed appraisal/repair program. ePICS – Take and submit your own photos of your auto damage. Field Assignment – A licensed...
Steps to a Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Claim
Regardless of who is at fault for the accident, Personal Injury Protection (PIP) is the first medical coverage used for accident related injuries. Massachusetts requires every personal auto policy to carry PIP. PIP provides up to $8,000 of coverage for the driver and...