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Football Fan Safety

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SuperBowl 2015Make football season not just fun, but also safe!

Finally, we’re welcoming fall, that eagerly anticipated season when we get to enjoy cooler temps, colorful leaves, the start of school and, of course, football season in California! Football season brings with it a whole host of seasonal activities for football fans, from game-day tailgates and sports bar outings, to friendly bets and bowl parties.  At Henderson Insurance Services we want your football season to be both exciting and safe, so as you cheer your team to victory, consider the following tips.
  • Keep it clean: Tailgating is one of America’s favorite pastimes!  If you’re tailgating, opt for non-breakable, recyclable containers. This will make cleanup easier and help avoid injuries resulting from broken glass.
  • Be smart: Whether you are tailgating, hosting a football-watching party at your house, sitting in the stands or joining your buddies at the local bar, know your limit on alcohol intake and make sure you have a designated driver.
  • Know where you’re going: Pre-plan travel to and from the stadium to avoid getting lost and to make finding parking easier if you drive.
  • Fill those bellies: Whenever alcohol is consumed, make sure food is too!
  • Be weather wise: If you’re heading to the stadium, be sure to prepare for the weather. In colder temps, bring layers and blankets (especially if you’re bringing the little ones along).  Also, avoid umbrellas if you find yourself in a lightning storm.
  • Keep it close: Whether you’re hitting the live game or the local tavern, be sure to keep your valuables, such as wallets, mobile phones and purses, safe.  Also, keep it close to you (better yet, attached) at all times to avoid theft.
Wherever and however you’re watching the game this weekend, we hope you enjoy every last minute.  Go team! Game day insurance tips Here are a few pointers for making sure your insurance provides an additional safety net on game day:
  • Make sure you have adequate auto coverage to cover any contents that may be stolen in the unfortunate event of a break-in at the stadium parking lot.
  • Ensure you have sufficient liability coverage on your homeowner’s policy, as well as medical payments coverage and possibly umbrella coverage. These exist to protect you in the event someone becomes injured while at your house.
  • Consider roadside assistance coverage. In the event your vehicle breaks down or you lock your keys in your car, it can save the day.

Understanding Common Gaps in Insurance Coverage

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Common Gaps To find out what the most common gaps are, we sought the advice of the claims professionals at Safeco Insurance. They quickly focused on three common insurance gaps. All three shared a similar feature, a misconception that can lead to inadequate coverage. 3 Common Insurance Gaps 1. Valuable Articles Coverage:
  • Misconception: If my wedding ring and grandma’s heirloom earrings are stolen, my homeowners’ policy has me completely covered.
  • Fact: When policyholders become the unfortunate victim of a theft, fire or natural disaster. their experience becomes even more painful when they discover that their homeowners’ policy has specific internal limits on jewelry. collectibles. art and other items.
  • Guidance: Talk to your independent insurance agent about jewelry, antiques or memorabilia that you own. If you buy a new collectible or get a gift, such as a new watch, be sure to check in with your agent to make sure your coverage is still adequate.
2. Loss of Use Coverage:
  • Misconception: If l‘m involved in an accident and my car is in the shop, I’ll still be able to get to work because my auto policy includes rental car reimbursement.
  • Fact: When a covered loss requires a vehicle to be in the shop for repairs. many customers are unaware that their base policy does not help pay for the cost of a rental car – and they find themselves in a bind with no way to get to work, or get the kids where they need to go.
  • Guidance: Consider a scenario where your insured vehicle has been in an accident and must be in the shop for two, four or more days. Could you share the other family car or borrow a car from a relative? Could you get by biking or using public transportation? If the answer is no, loss of use coverage may be a valuable addition to your policy.
3. Original Equipment Manufacturer Coverage:
  • Misconception: If my Ford Mustang is in an accident, the damaged parts will be replaced with new, original equipment manufactured by Ford.
  • Fact: Customers with luxury vehicles or prized sports cars can be disappointed to learn that their car is being repaired using a new part not manufactured by the original manufacturer or a recycled part made by the original manufacturer.
  • Guidance: Have a discussion with your independent agent about your preferences. If it’s important to you that your car be repaired using original factory parts. consider original equipment manufacturer (OEM) coverage.
 

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