Friday, March 30, 2012

Do's and Don'ts of a Minor Car Accident

The Do’s And Don’ts of A Minor Car Accident

Feb 15, 2012
By State Farm™ Employee


The fender bender you were just in appears to be minor. No one looks injured and there is minimal damage to the vehicles. First breathe a sigh of relief – then take these precautions to help prevent your small accident from becoming a big problem.

Don’t drive away.
Do stay at the scene and move your vehicle to a safe place out of traffic even if there appears to be no damage. If the other car is parked and the owner isn’t around, leave a note with your name and contact information. 

Don’t assume there aren’t injuries.
Do assess yourself and your passengers. Even low-impact collisions can cause injuries, some not appearing until days after the accident.

Don’t sign any documents and avoid accepting or offering cash for repairs. You may end up paying out-of-pocket to repair damage to your car that only appears minor, or you could pay the other driver more than necessary.
Do stay calm. Take notes and photos, and exchange information with the other driver, including your name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, license plate number, insurance company, and policy number.

Don’t assume an accident is too minor to be reported.
Do call the police or file a report on your own. This will help your insurance agent handle your claim. An accident report could also help protect you from issues that may arise later about the extent of damage to your vehicle or injuries to you and the other driver.

Don’t forget to notify your State Farm agent.
Do discuss your options for handling potential claims.
The State Farm Pocket Agent® smartphone app makes it easy to capture the essential details of an accident. Pocket Agent can help you diagram the accident scene, record witnesses’ names and numbers, contact your agent, and even locate nearby repair shops.




The information in this article was obtained from various sources. While we believe it to be reliable and accurate, we do not warrant the accuracy or reliability of the information. These suggestions are not a complete list of every loss control measure. The information is not intended to replace manuals or instructions provided by the manufacturer or the advice of a qualified professional. Nor is it intended to effect coverage under any policy. State Farm makes no guarantees of results from use of this information. We assume no liability in connection with the information nor the suggestions made.

Quote of the Day 3-30-2012

"Without inspiration the best powers of the mind remain dormant. There is a fuel in us which needs to be ignited with sparks." 
-Johann Gottfried Von Herder




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Thursday, March 29, 2012

Quote of the Day 3-29-2012

"If you do not hope, you will not find what is beyond your hopes."
-St. Clement of Alexandra





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Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Kid Show Recap

What a great weekend! We got to meet many wonderful families, and got to goof off with lots of adorable children! Congratulations to the families that won prizes!

Quick glimpse of some of the fun this weekend:



Our table at the Kid Show 


Wendy (Owning Agent) hanging out with Captain Jack Sparrow and his friend Bobby Jack the monkey!


Katharine (Director of Marketing) at late night set up Friday night



We loved meeting everyone we did over the weekend! Thanks to all who came out to visit us! And congratulations again to the families who won prizes!


Quote of the Day 3-28-2012

"If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader."
-John Quincy Adams




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Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Quote of the Day 3-27-2012

"Go to the people. Learn from them. Live with them. Start with what they know. Build with what they have. The best of leaders when the job is done, when the task is accomplished, the people will say we have done it ourselves."
-Lao Tzu




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Monday, March 26, 2012

Quote of the Day 3-26-2012

"Character is higher than intellect. A great soul will be strong to live, as well as strong to think."
-Ralph Waldo Emerson




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Friday, March 23, 2012

Come see us!!!

Looking for something to do this weekend? Come see us at the Great Lakes Mall in Mentor for the Kid's Show! We will be there all day on Saturday and Sunday, right in the main hallway outside of the store Glitter.

There will be TONS for your kids to do...from cookie decorating to sundae making! There will be snacks, roaming costume characters, and crafts.

On top of all of the things for your kids to do, we will be running quotes for all types of insurance, and will be there to answer any of your questions.

Specifically we will have activities for your kids at our table...including some games to learn all about safety. We will be raffling off some awesome bike helmets and pads (no purchase necessary). We will also have lots for you to take home...including lollipops and coloring books for the kids. Best part? It's all free!

Hope to see you this weekend! Feel free to give us a call if you have any questions. 440-951-2272



When: Saturday, March 24 - 10am-7pm; Sunday, March 25 - 11am-5pm
Where: Great Lakes Mall, 7850 Mentor Avenue
Location in the mall: Everywhere, enter at any mall entrance. (We'll be right outside Glitter in the main hall).
Fee: FREE!

Quote of the Day 3-23-2012

"Character lives in a man, reputation outside of him."
-J. G. Holland




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Tuesday, March 20, 2012

6 Myths About Tornadoes

Feb 9, 2012

When you're in the path of a twister, every second counts. Knowing effective ways to protect yourself and your family could help save lives.

Myth 1: Opening windows equalizes air pressure and helps prevent the roof from being ripped off.
Fact: This act does little or nothing to prevent damage and wastes precious minutes in an emergency.

Tip: The powerful winds of a tornado can shatter windows. Help avoid injuries caused by flying, broken glass by taking shelter in a windowless room.

Myth 2: Taking shelter under an overpass during a tornado will protect me.

Fact: Overpasses and bridges can actually concentrate airflow from a tornado and become dangerous "wind tunnels." Hiding under an overpass may subject you to severe injuries from flying debris or even cause you to be blown out into the storm itself.

Tip: While not an ideal solution, it may be safer to find a low spot, such as a ditch, and lie face down with your hands covering your head.

Myth 3: The safest place to hide in a storm is the southwest corner of the basement.
Fact: A corner is often safer than against the middle of a long wall, which may be vulnerable to collapse in a tornado. A better bet is to gather in a small, windowless interior room on the lowest floor in a home.

Tip: Protect yourself from flying and falling debris by taking shelter under a heavy desk, mattress or sturdy stairwell.

Myth 4: Tornadoes are easy to spot.

Fact: A tornado may not be visible until it has picked up sufficient dirt and debris. Waiting to take shelter until you can actually see a funnel cloud puts you at risk.

Tip: Listen to weather reports for tornado warnings. A warning tells you a tornado has been spotted on radar and that you should seek shelter immediately.

Myth 5: I could outrun a tornado in my car.

Fact: It's never a good idea to try. The average ground speed of a tornado is 30 mph, but its winds can exceed 200 mph. Even if you're able to stay ahead of the funnel cloud, you could find yourself driving through drenching downpours and flying debris. You might also encounter downed power lines, trees, and other dangerous obstacles in the road.

Tip: While it does not recommend escaping a tornado by car, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) says if you are in open country and the tornado is distant, it may be possible to drive out of harm's way. After detecting the direction of the storm's movement, drive at a right angle away from the tornado.

Myth 6: Tornadoes never strike here.

Fact: While some areas have a greater likelihood of tornadoes, these dangerous storms have occurred in every state in the U.S., in both urban and rural areas, and over land, mountains, and water. Never assume a particular location will be spared and always heed tornado warnings when they are issued.

Tip: Even if tornadoes are rare in your area, develop an emergency plan and practice it with your family.
More information about staying safe during a tornado is available from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the American Red Cross.

The information in this article was obtained from various sources. While we believe it to be reliable and accurate, we do not warrant the accuracy or reliability of the information. These suggestions are not a complete list of every loss control measure. The information is not intended to replace manuals or instructions provided by the manufacturer or the advice of a qualified professional. Nor is it intended to effect coverage under any policy. State Farm makes no guarantees of results from use of this information. We assume no liability in connection with the information nor the suggestions made.

Quote of the Day 3-20-2012

"It is not work that kills men, it is worry. Work is healthy; you can hardly put more on a man than he can bear. But worry is rust upon the blade. It is not movement that destroys the machinery, but friction."
-Henry Ward Beecher




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Monday, March 19, 2012

Quote of the Day 3-19-2012

"They can because they think they can."-Virgil






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Monday, March 12, 2012

Quote of the Day 3-12-2012

"Happiness is not a state to arrive at, but a manner of traveling."
-Margaret Lee Runbeck

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Quote of the Day 3-7-2012

"Experience is a grindstone; and it is lucky for us, if we can get brightened by it, and not ground."
-Josh Billings





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Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Quote of the Day 3-6-2012

"Dreams seldom materialize on their own."
-Dian Fossey



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Monday, March 5, 2012

Quote of the Day 3-5-2012

"Do not anticipate trouble, or worry about what may never happen. Keep in the sunlight."
-Benjamin Franklin




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Friday, March 2, 2012

Quote of the Day 3-2-2012

"The fact is, that to do anything in the world worth doing, we must not stand back shivering and thinking of the cold and danger, but jump in and scramble through as well as we can."-Robert Cushing




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Thursday, March 1, 2012

Quote of the Day 3-1-2012

"The first step in the acquisition of wisdom is silence, the second listening, the third memory, the fourth practice, the fifth teaching others."
-Solomon Ibn Gabriol




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