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10 Car Accident Prevention Tips to Keep You Safe
As the Independence celebration fast approaches, road users can expect more traffic on the roads and therefore an increased risk of accidents. According to the Road Safety Unit, 484 persons lost their lives due to car accidents on Jamaican roads in 2021. Here are ten (10) helpful car accident prevention tips that you can use…
Read MoreWhich Natural Hazards Are Covered by Home Insurance?
Your home is one of your most significant assets, which is why it is essential to protect it by buying home insurance. The right policy allows you to rebuild or repair your home after a loss caused by a natural hazard. Jamaica is affected by earthquakes, windstorms (including cyclones or tornados), floods and hurricanes –…
Read MoreShould You Change Your Insurance Cover If You’re Working From Home and Driving Less?
Working from home long term and spending less time driving? It may be tempting to change the insurance cover on your motor vehicle. A cheaper premium may seem like a good idea at the moment but there are reasons why this might leave you exposed to loss or damage. Will the risk of potential loss…
Read More8 Safety Tips For Driving In The Rain
From driving across the Flat Bridge to dodging potholes filled with water, getting to your destination on wet and slippery Jamaican roads can be tricky. Here are eight safety tips for driving safely in the rain. 1. Don’t Make Haste If You Can Wait Flooded roads can occur without warning even in moderate rainfall, so…
Read More8 Tips To Remember When Driving Long Distances
Thinking of driving to Negril for the upcoming holidays? Live In St Elizabeth but have a business meeting in Kingston which might run late? Whatever the reason for your journey, driving long distances can be challenging. Here are seven tips for safe driving. Before the trip Check your tires Be sure to check that your…
Read MoreBuying Your First Car And Getting The Right Insurance Policy
So you’re thinking about buying your first car. Before you head to the car dealership there are a few key things you should know about this big decision. And when you’ve found the car, here are some tips for the next step; getting the right insurance policy. 1. Choose the right car for your needs…
Read MoreBenefits of Installing a Dashcam
We all want to stay accident free on the roads and we try our best to drive safely. But what if the unfortunate happens? Can we count on the other person involved to be truthful and fair? If you have a dashcam, you won’t need to rely on another driver’s honesty or recollection of events.…
Read MoreDigital transformation well underway in the insurance industry
The days where insurance policies were printed documents, signed manually and sent out via the post office are fast becoming history. Worldwide, the insurance industry is embracing digital innovation to develop new products, improve the responsiveness of customer service, facilitate flexibility and carry out a range of business functions such as marketing, quotations, accounting, claims…
Read MoreSeven tips to prepare your vehicle in case of a storm
Start Early Don’t wait until a hurricane watch or warning has been announced. The hurricane season begins on 1 June very year but it’s not too late to start now. Take pictures Use a digital camera or smartphone to take several photos from multiple angles of the interior and exterior of your motor vehicle. Remember…
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