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Protecting Your Business with Interruption Coverage

By Hanson & Ryan, Inc.

Running a business comes with a lot of responsibility. Not only does it help you support your family, it also probably helps others provide for theirs as well. What would happen if a storm damaged your place of business so badly that you are unable to operate? Are you protected? If you have...

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Does Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Hurricane Damage?

By Hanson & Ryan, Inc.

Hurricanes are some of the deadliest, and most expensive natural weather disasters, with some causing well over $30 billion in damage from one storm system. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), tropical hurricanes caused the most damage among all weather...

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Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Ice Damage?

By Hanson & Ryan, Inc.

It’s hard to believe, but winter is right around the corner. If you aren’t already, you should be starting to think about what that means for protecting your home from the new season. Snow, sleet, ice, falling debris, and winter storms can cause significant damage to your home and property, and...

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Insurance Audits: What You Need to Know

By Hanson & Ryan, Inc.

The term “audit” probably doesn’t conjure up positive feelings when you hear it. But when it comes to insurance audits, they are a common industry practice, and can even bring some insurance savings to your business. Even though they are common, they are often misunderstood. We’re here...

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Preparing for and Protecting Your Home from Floods

By Hanson & Ryan, Inc.

A flood can change your life in an instant. It can threaten your home, your financial security, and even the lives of those you love. While you can’t change the weather, you can do your best to prepare for the worst and potentially minimize the damage. Here are some tips to help you do it. Your...

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Is Your Business Protected from Liquor Liability?

By Michael Murphy

Did you know that in some states, bars and restaurants can be held liable for injuries or death caused by an intoxicated person to whom they served alcohol? It’s called the Dram Shop Law—and it allows the victim of an intoxicated person to sue not only the perpetrator of the wrongdoing but also...

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Sewer Backup Insurance

By Evelyn Galiano

It is one of a homeowner’s worst nightmares – you walk into a room in your home and hear your feet sloshing on wet carpet and see water pooling in the corners. Questions flow through your mind. What happened? What is that smell? Where is the water coming from? How much is it going to cost to...

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The Ins & Outs of Classic Car Insurance

By Yocasta Garcia

For many car lovers, owning a classic vehicle is a dream come true. If you are lucky enough, you need to make sure it is covered properly in case of any unforeseen incidents. To protect your valuable possession, you need to purchase classic car insurance. What Is Classic Car Insurance? Classic...

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Personal Umbrella Insurance

By Evelyn Galiano

Personal Umbrella Insurance is an insurance policy you purchase that provides additional liability coverage above the liability coverage that is listed on your auto, homeowners/renters/dwelling, and boat insurance policies. You may be asking yourself “Why would I need an Umbrella Insurance...

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Valuable Items Coverage – Everything You Need to Know

By Connie Tahinos

Valuable Items Coverage provides a specific amount of insurance for some of your most valuable items in your home. Most people associate this coverage with jewelry, but that is not the case. Valuable Items Coverage provides insurance coverage for Jewelry, Furs, Guns, Fine Art, Cameras, Musical...

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