IIHS: The Safest Cars of 2021
Posted: February 24, 2021
For safety-conscious drivers, the 2021 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety TOP SAFETY PICK awards represent a wealth of choices. Each year, the IIHS, a nonprofit research and education organization, conducts tests to determine which vehicles do the best job of protecting people in the most common kinds of crashes — front, side, rollover, and rear. Vehicles must also score well in front crash prevention and headlights. The...
Do I Really Need Cyber Liability Insurance?
Posted: February 19, 2021
Cybercrime has become a common occurrence. A data breach can have a tremendous impact on the health and finances of a business. If your company’s data was stolen in a cyber incursion, it can damage its reputation, expose it to liability, and interrupt business operations. Cyber liability insurance allows you to transfer some of that risk to an insurance company. What Are the Cyber Risks...
How to Prepare Your Car for Spring
Posted: February 16, 2021
Spring is upon us, and the time is here to get your car ready for warmer weather and more driving. Harsh winters can take a toll on a vehicle. Essential maintenance now can help prevent major, expensive problems from developing when your time on the road increases in the warmer months. The following tips can help save you time and money in the future. Wash...
How to Choose a Life Insurance Beneficiary
Posted: February 16, 2021
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...
Auto insurance for ridesharing drivers
Posted: October 30, 2015
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...
