The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) has proudly led the nation in observing Brain Injury Awareness Month by conducting an awareness campaign in March of each year. Coaches of every school athletic team and every extracurricular athletic activity should be trained to recognize the signs and symptoms of brain injury, says the BIAA. This […]
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Five Ways to Manage Commercial Property Risks
While you are on the hunt for a new space for your business, finding the right space requires the close consideration of several factors, like neighborhood, traffic, safety and compliance concerns. When you are going over your options, keep in mind that certain qualities of a particular space may increase your risk and impact […]
Read MoreWill a Homeowners Insurance Claim Negatively Affect You?
Before making a claim, you should call your insurance agent. Being a homeowner, you know there are things that may breakdown or get damaged. There is a difference between regular maintenance and needing to file a homeowners insurance claim. Filing a homeowners claim can negatively affect you and may even lead to a non-renewal of […]
Read MoreWays to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft
According to the Insurance Information Institute, the number of consumers who fell victim of identity fraud was 14.4 million in 2018. Even though this number is lower than years past, these victims bore a heavier financial burden; 3.3 million people were responsible for some of the liability of the fraud committed against them. Identity theft […]
Read MoreDe-Ice Your Driveway with These 5 Effective Ways
Winters in the Chicago suburbs can turn your driveway into an ice rink. We wanted to share five of the most effective ways to de-ice your driveway and walkways. We will also share tips on how to prevent ice from accumulating in the first place. Rock Salt: This is the most common way to de-ice […]
Read MoreUmbrella Insurance for Additional Protection for Your Business
R.C. Keller & Company understands that a serious loss can impact your business drastically. Having umbrella coverage can help protect you from the unexpected so you can focus on what really matters: your business. Purchasing the higher liability limits through an umbrella policy is smart business and it will provide a greater peace of mind […]
Read MoreDriving on Icy Roads
Living in the Midwest, we are no strangers to snow and how it can make driving in the winter difficult. Icy roads are one of the top causes of car accidents in the United States and cause hundreds of deaths each year. The state of Illinois ranked fifth for winter weather-related driving fatalities, with an […]
Read MoreProtect Your Home This Winter
Living in the Midwest, especially in Schaumburg and the rest of the Chicagoland area, extreme winter weather can lead to serious damage to your home. A frozen water pipe could burst and cause a flood in your home and basement. An ice dam within your gutter can divert the water to your interior walls, creating […]
Read More3 Things to Keep in Mind When You Host a Holiday Party
Whether you are prepping your family’s homemade, traditional recipes, cleaning your home for guests or decorating for the perfect holiday festivity, hosting a holiday party is a lot work. At the same time, it can be fun, and your guests may look forward to your party for weeks. We wish parties could be all fun […]
Read MoreBedtime Phone Eyesight Scare
Your smartphone could cause temporary blindness. This scare sounds a bit far fetch but, according to two reports, viewing a phone at night under certain circumstances can cause what is being called “transient smartphone blindness”. However, there is a simple solution. The victims were two women who had been repeatedly checking their phones in the […]
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