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How to Choose a Life Insurance Beneficiary

How to Choose a Life Insurance Beneficiary

Life insurance is important to protect your family’s financial future. Who you name as a beneficiary can be just as important as your initial decision to purchase life insurance. It’s a big job, which is why it’s important to choose the right person – someone who’s trustworthy and knows what matters most to you. Your local ERIE agent is here to help you determine the...

What Happens If My Neighbor’s Tree Falls in My Yard?

What Happens If My Neighbor’s Tree Falls in My Yard?

In most cases, neighbors are able to work things out without too much trouble. Depending on the extent of the damage, you may need to file a homeowners insurance claim. Your homeowners insurance may or may not cover the cost of tree cleanup, depending on your policy and the company you work with. Good news: Homeowners insurance from ERIE typically pays for the cost (subject...

Auto insurance for ridesharing drivers

An alternative to traditional taxi services, ridesharing companies like Uber, Lyft and Sidecar use smartphone apps to connect passengers with nearby, privately contracted drivers. But while ridesharing is becoming increasingly popular, it’s also controversial due to the confusion around who, if anyone, provides insurance coverage if a driver is involved in a crash. How confusing is it, you ask? Insurance varies among ridesharing services. Some...

What is Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist Coverage, and Why Do I Need It?

Uninsured motorist coverage specifically helps if a driver who doesn’t have insurance causes an accident and leaves you with injuries. Similarly, underinsured motorist coverage helps protect you from expenses due to a crash caused by a driver who doesn’t have enough insurance to cover the cost of injuries you suffer. But why do you need it? One in seven drivers is uninsured or underinsured, according...

Collision Car Insurance Versus Comprehensive - What's the Difference?

We get it. Insurance can be confusing. But at Erie Insurance, our agents speak your language. This video describes the difference between collision and comprehensive insurance, two types of coverage that could be already included in your auto insurance policy. So what’s the difference? Collision car insurance covers damages to your car for accidents that happen when you crash with another vehicle, object or person....