September – National Preparedness Month

September is recognized as National Preparedness Month (NPM). It is an important reminder that we all must prepare ourselves and our families now and throughout the year!  This year’s NPM theme is: Disasters Happen. Prepare Now. Learn How. #PrepareNow Check Your Insurance Coverage Insurance is the first line of defense; check your insurance coverage for…

CAI Board Leadership Development Workshop – November 2, 2018

The Community Associations Institute will hold the 2018 Board Leadership Development Workshop in Ocean City, MD on Friday, November 2, 2018.  This workshop was formerly known as “The Essentials of Community Association Volunteers Leadership Course.”  It will be held at the Fenwick Inn, 13801 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD. The new CAI Board Leadership Development…

Deeley & Trivedi Hosting Event on 9/24 for Community Associations – Umbrella Coverage

Please join Deeley Insurance Group and Trivedi-Capacity Associates on September 24, 2018 for a light breakfast to learn the benefits of an umbrella policy for community association risks!  Special guest Ezana Asfaw from Trivedi will give a brief presentation on how to enhance coverages and will provide real claim examples. Date: Monday, September 24, 2018 Time: 9:00am Location: Ocean 13, 1301…

Driving Safely – School Zones

School is back in session and drivers can expect a number of changes happening on the roads. Scenarios involving frequent stops and children crossing roads can create a higher risk for traffic accidents.  Be sure to follow these school zone driving tips: Be on the lookout for school zone signals and always obey the speed…

Know Your Turf Before You Dig

Smart and safe digging means knowing what is buried underground before you begin a project. Anyone digging or excavating has to be cautious—this includes contractors, road maintenance crews, telephone pole installers, fence builders, landscapers and even homeowners. Call Ahead Every state has a “One Call” hotline, accessible by dialing 811. Each state has its own…

Internet Safety Tips for Teens

Sometimes being on the Internet is like driving into oncoming traffic. It’s bad enough there are potholes, reckless drivers, and traffic jams to deal with when making your way down the “information superhighway” but if you’re not careful you and your kids can inadvertently swerve into oncoming traffic. Following simple safety tips will keep you…

Construction Sites & Attractive Nuisances

Attractive nuisances are man-made conditions on your property, vacant site or active site after-hours that draw trespassers. If children trespass on site due to these conditions, the general contractor on the site can be held liable for any injuries they sustain. Construction sites have an abundance of attractive nuisance hazards, including unstable walls and surfaces…