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New Employee Spotlight: Alecia Mathis
We have amazing employees at California Casualty. The New Employee Spotlight is a series aiming to highlight the talented individuals that are brand new to our team. Please help us give them a warm welcome! Today we're spotlighting New Underwriting Assistant, Alecia...
Daylight Savings and Car Crashes
Daylight savings may not only be affecting your sleep routine, research shows that daylight savings also has a connection with a surge in fatal car crashes. During daylight savings time in the spring our clocks “spring forward” one hour, changing the amount of light...
Tornadoes and High Wind: A Threat to Your Home, Vehicle, & Family
There’s a reason why a tornado strikes immediate fear for those in its path. These violent storms can flip cars, uproot trees, and destroy entire properties. Their powerful winds can even lift objects hundreds of feet off the ground and leave complete devastation in...
Spring Driving Safety Tips
Spring brings warmer weather, plenty of sunshine, and new blooms. But it also brings its share of storms, road glare, and other driving hazards. Here’s how you can stay safe when driving this spring. Tip #1: Drive slowly and use caution in the rain. Roads are...
Everything You Need to Do Before Looking for Your Next Car
You’re ready for a new car—or a new used one. But starting your car search at the dealership puts you at a serious disadvantage. Before you start the process to make such a significant purchase, do your due diligence. Here’s what you need to do before you look for...
Quick & Easy Spring DIY Room Makeovers
Have you spent years dreaming about a home makeover? Or find yourself sitting on social media watching others DIY thinking 'why can't I do that?' You CAN! Believe it or not, you don’t have to be a design expert to create a cozy corner, a relaxing vibe, or a stylish...
Lawn Care Calendar
Everyone loves a lush, green lawn. But that thick neighbor-envying grass isn’t just pretty to look at or comfortable to walk on; a well-manicured lawn can boost your home’s curb appeal and even its value. Maintaining your lawn regularly will also help keep weeds and...
How to Get Your Home Ready to Sell
Getting your house ready to sell can seem like a daunting task. But the good news is, it doesn’t have to be! Knowing what to do, and giving yourself enough time to do it, are the key to keeping it a manageable, and (hopefully) stress-free, experience. Follow these...
What Happens if a Hit-and-Run Happens to Me?
No matter the situation, it’s stressful to be in a car crash. It’s even more nerve-wracking if the other driver refuses to stop. In a hit-and-run, you’re left all alone with all of the damage—and if you can’t find the other driver—the cost. A hit-and-run is defined...
The Benefits of Relaxing Music for Your Classroom
This article is written by former New Jersey first grade teacher, Felicia Niven. If you’ve ever played music in your classroom, you know it can transform the mood in a minute. Music is the language everyone speaks- even kids. We instinctively react energetically to...