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Canceled

Learn why your insurance might not be renewed. There's a difference between an insurance company canceling a policy and choosing not to renew it.

Ordiance or Law Coverage for building code changes

Changes to building ordinances and laws can result in requirements to upgrade your building to new standards during reconstruction, which can result in extra expenses that may not be covered by a basic property insurance policy. Ordinance or law insurance can protect you.

hurricane season preparation

September is the most common month for hurricanes making landfall in the U.S., followed by August and October. These five actions can help you stay ready for whatever the remainder of hurricane season has in store.

motorcycle share the road

May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, designed to encourage all drivers and motorcyclists to share the road with each other. Safe riding practices and cooperation from all road users will help reduce the number of fatalities and injuries on our nations highways. But it is especially important for motorists to understand the safety challenges faced by motorcyclists such as size and visibility, and motorcycle riding practices like downshifting and weaving to know how to anticipate and respond to them. By raising motorists awareness, both drivers and riders will be safer sharing the road.

insurance for cyclists

If you're a cyclist involved in an accident, the impacts aren't just physical...they can also be financial.  Be sure that you and your loved ones are protected in case something happens. Below are several issues to consider regarding your insurance protection that can help you build a solid protection plan in case something happens.

review your insurance

Spring may be the traditional time of year for cleaning out closets and drawers and organizing attics, but it is also a great time to review of your insurance coverages. As your life changes so do your insurance needs. Instead of just dusting around the corners of your insurance policies, take the time to read them over and ask yourself the following key questions:

Many consumers, however, lack an understanding of the myriad and multi-faceted loss exposures associated with boat ownership. And boat lovers may mistakenly believe that coverage applies under their homeowners policy for these loss exposures. Most homeowners policies, however, only insure losses arising from certain low-valued or low-powered boats. Therefore, you should contact us before buying a boat to discuss the proper insurance protection for it. You do not want to be "underwater" when it comes to the proper watercraft insurance. Consider the following tips to assist you in this process.

The homeowners policy liability section covers only "bodily injury" and "property damage." Thus, any type of non-bodily injury such as personal injury is excluded without the attachment of a personal injury endorsement. 

 

The information provided in these articles are only general descriptions and should not be relied upon as complete, correct or accurate for your specific situation. All coverage informaiton is subject to policy provisions, endorsements and may be  subject to your meeting underwriting qualifications. Murphy Insurance Agency is not engaged in rendering legal, accounting or other noninsurance professional services. Consult an appropriate professional for advice regarding your own situation.