California Casualty not only has a family friendly atmosphere but also gives back to local communities. Year-round our employees participate in multiple philanthropic events across the company. We recognize those who serve our communities and support our home towns in many ways.
Recently, our Kansas office engaged with a local charity that focuses on giving supplies to local foster children who may not have back-to-school essentials. Our employees were able to fill 15 backpacks full of school supplies that included notebooks, folders, pencils, pens, highlighters and more through donations.
“Move over; it’s the law!” That is the urgent message from public safety groups across the U.S.
Here’s why; many of us freeze and don’t know what to do when we see an emergency vehicle on the side of the road with its lights flashing. Not moving over is breaking the law, and could endanger a first responder, tow truck driver or highway worker’s life.
Traffic incidents are the number one cause of in the line of duty deaths for law enforcement officers and highway workers. On average, an officer or highway worker gets hit by a driver every day in the U.S. They include Colorado State Trooper Cody Donahue, struck and killed November 2016 by a distracted truck driver as he investigated an accident, and Johnson County Kansas Master Deputy Brandon Collins died when a driver slammed into the back of his cruiser in January of 2017. They are just a few of the hundreds of law enforcement officers, firefighter/EMTs and highway workers injured or killed every year while trying to help others.
Because of the human toll, every state in the U.S. now has a “move over” law mandating that drivers approaching a stationary emergency or maintenance vehicle with flashing lights must move to the next adjacent lane if it is safe to do so or to slow down significantly if unable to move over.
A recent poll found 70 percent of Americans have not heard of “move over” laws and didn’t know what they should do. That’s why jurisdictions across the country are stepping up education and enforcement about their “move over” requirements as the summer driving season gets into full swing. The odds are that you’ve seen a tweet, a Facebook post or a variable message board promoting the “move over” law in your area.
Penalties vary, but drivers who fail to slow down and move over can get a ticket.
Rather than get a ticket or cause a serious accident, California Casualty is asking you to slow down and move over when you see an officer, paramedic, firefighter, tow truck driver or road crew with their lights flashing on the side of the road. You could save a life.
You’ve no doubt encountered the glazed look of your child mesmerized by a blue screened device. You’d like them to do their homework, go out and play, or spend some family time. Often, your demands or pleas to turn it off meet with an argument, indifference or just outright defiance.
You are not alone; a recent study found the average child spends seven-and-a-half hours a day plugged into a game console, smartphone or computer. While some digital media use can be beneficial, The American Academy of Pediatrics is addressing the issue with new recommendations and resources to help families maintain a healthy media diet.
So what’s a parent to do? Here are seven strategies to help your children unplug:
Set a good example. Your kids are watching as you regularly binge on Netflix, check email, or text friends or relatives while at the dinner table. If you don’t want them to be doing it, don’t do it yourself. Create digital-free zones. Have your children help set up rules such as no texting, TV or laptops during meals and time each evening when cell phones, TVs, and computers will be shut off. Make digital time family time. Joining your kids playing video games or watching a favorite show lets them feel you’re engaged. It will make it easier to help limit that activity. Set time limits. Whether it’s a home timer, an onscreen countdown clock or verbal reminders, it’s important that you set and stick to deadlines for the digital activity to end. Recommend other activities. Tell them that after an hour of media, they can have dessert, paint or play a game of hide-and-go-seek. Keep your kids active. Whether it’s joining them for a bike ride, hike, game of tag, soccer, baseball or basketball, your children will be getting exercise, and they won’t be using their computers or phones. Help them find organized activities. Organizations such as scouting, sports teams, church groups, academic clubs or volunteer work assist them to engage in social and physical activities, and coaches and group leaders often ban electronic devices.
If all of these fail, have a frank discussion with your children about the mental and physical health issues associated with overuse of electronic devices, game consoles or TV. Ask them if they notice that they might be gaining weight, feeling isolated, having mood swings or are less energetic because of so much time spent watching movies or gaming. Then ask them if they have any suggestions to solve the problem. You might be surprised at their insights and solutions.
You’ve heard the saying, “If you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.” With students going back to school, Oregon teachers, members of OEA (Oregon Education Association), are showing the passion they have for education through the most popular marketing channel there is, TV.
OEA believes lifelong learning is essential in a constantly changing world. This new campaign, called “Teaching is Love,” features unscripted television ads from Oregon educators, students and parents talking about their experiences working together for the schools Oregon students deserve.
“Teaching and learning are more than facts and testing, it’s about making personal connections, sparking imagination, and instilling that love of learning lasts a lifetime, “says Hanna Vaandering, an elementary physical education teacher, and OEA’s President.
From now through the end of September, these ads will be running on local Oregon channels in Portland, Eugene, Medford, and Bend.
What’s more rewarding than helping someone after their life has been turned upside down? At their very lowest point, you can make them whole again, or as close to whole as possible. That’s the life of working in insurance claims.
Following one of the worst fires to hit California, California Casualty claims specialists were a lifeline for many in the affected communities. They worked overtime to make sure the claims process was started, that insureds had a safe place to stay and the ability to pay for meals. California Casualty field claims adjusters met customers at coffee shops and evacuation centers to provide checks to get those who lost everything some temporary stability back into their family’s lives. They listened, offered hugs and even shared tears and laughter with policyholders.
“It was the most rewarding thing I have ever done,” said one. Another commented that working with people to bring them out of the worst moments of their lives was an amazing experience. “Just the act of listening and showing empathy made such a difference for them. In fact, I still have people who call me directly to say hi and some have become friends.”
If you desire something new: helping people and working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, then insurance claims just might be for you. Here are five clues you should contact California Casualty for one of our claims openings:
You like to help others – you will be doing your very best each day to help people after a crash, fire or burglary (or any number of other unexpected calamities). California Casualty claims employees find ways to help those who have had a loss rather than trying to deny their claim.
You seek a new challenge – you won’t be bored in the action packed world of claims. You will be balancing multiple projects and employing empathy and problem solving to begin making people’s lives whole again. We have a stated goal of doing what is right by our customers and we work very hard to maintain a 96 percent claims satisfaction rating.
You respect American heroes – California Casualty is a policyholder owned company that serves a select group of people who make our communities better: educators, law enforcement officers, firefighters and nurses.
You enjoy a great team environment – at California Casualty we value the hard work our employees do. We have developed a virtual claims environment where other employees can assist with difficult situations. You will find many of your colleagues have 20, 30, even 40 years with the company. You will be well trained and enjoy working in a family run company that treats employees like family. Many of our employees say they could never work anywhere else.
You want to be a part of something different – California Casualty is a 100-year-old, family run company. We take our responsibility to our customers very seriously. So seriously, in fact, we developed a Code to govern our actions. Each day you walk through the doors at California Casualty, you’re helping protect hundreds of thousands of customers who make our communities better. We have a higher calling than many of the other companies you see on TV.
Do you have what it takes to serve those who serve our communities? Explore great claims career opportunities here.
Sales is a competitive career that requires skill, dedication, and drive. Often salespeople will have many positions in their career, but at Calcas, our goal is to bring in the best and make them want to stay!
Here are some additional reasons to join our Leawood, KS based sales team:
You’ll have the opportunity to serve extraordinary people. We exclusively serve American Heroes – Educators, Nurses, Firefighters, and Peace Officers. Calcas is a pioneer in affinity marketing with these groups and is well known in their communities. With every call, you’ll have the chance to make a meaningful, long-term impact in the life of someone who works every day to make our communities better.
You’ll work with cutting edge sales systems. Calcas is a model for efficiently using CRM and dialing systems to optimize our consultants’ production. This means you’ll get the right leads, from the right people, at the right time, so you can keep your focus on selling.
You’ll receive highly qualified marketing leads. At Calcas, sales and marketing work closely together. We don’t purchase leads – you’ll be speaking with people who want to talk to you. Our 100 year plus reputation of caring for our customers will back you up, and the benefits available for our groups gives you plenty of sales ammo!
You’ll experience a culture focused on growth and opportunity.
You want a challenge? You got one. Those that are up to the challenge will have opportunities to advance within the company. Our training is second to none, and our learning and development program ensures you can continue to grow your skill set.
You’ll come to work in a family atmosphere. We’re a family owned company, and our employees and policyholders are part of that family. If you want to work at a company that supports you as individual, nurtures your potential, and welcomes you in every day – you’re looking in the right place.
