680K+ Cars Involved In Latest Ford Recall
Ford is recalling more than 680,000 cars in two recalls to fix problems with seat belt pretensioners and faulty seatback welds.
December 7, 2016
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The Distracted Driving Problem: Optional Text-Blocking Technology And iPhone Addiction
We’ve all heard it: texting and driving is dangerous. In the United States, more than eight people are killed every day in motor vehicle accidents that involve distracted driving, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC).
December 6, 2016
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Workers’ Comp Study Identifies Best Practices For Claims Success
What makes a claims organization successful? They tend to measure their performance using outcomes-based metrics, employ claim decision support tools such as workflow automation and predictive modeling, and use an “advocacy-based” claims model that puts employees’ needs first.
December 1, 2016
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Another Recall For Dehumidifiers Responsible For $19M In Property Damage
Federal safety regulators are hoping the fourth time is the charm for millions of recalled dehumidifiers that have now been linked to 450 fires and more than $19 million in property damage: Gree Electric Appliances — the manufacturer fined a record $15.45 million over the fiery dehumidifiers earlier this year — has re-announced the recall.
December 1, 2016
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Kia Recalls Nearly 72K Sportages Over “Thermal Events”
Blaze, inferno, and conflagration are all words that can be use interchangeably with “fire.” But, as referenced in Kia’s latest recall, the carmaker has its own term to describe the incident you never want to happen to your vehicle — “thermal event.”
November 28, 2016
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Faulty Sliding Doors Prompt Recall Of 744K Toyota Sienna Minivans
Unless you have little regard for your personal safety or the safety of those in your vehicle, you generally want the doors on your minivan to remain closed while it’s in operation.
November 23, 2016
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DUI-Related Crashes Spike On ’Blackout Wednesday’
As everyone knows, the day after Thanksgiving Day is called “Black Friday.” It is the busiest retail shopping day of the year. But fewer people realize the day before Thanksgiving Day is dubbed “Blackout Wednesday” or “Drinksgiving” in some circles.
November 23, 2016
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After Turkey Day, Vehicle Thefts Rise Thanks To Black Friday Shoppers
When you’re making the rounds at the stores this holiday season, make sure your car isn’t on someone’s gift list. Unattended vehicles, especially those loaded with valuables, make attractive targets for thieves.
November 22, 2016
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Use Extreme Caution Deep-Frying That Turkey!
Fire crews in South Florida are urging those planning to deep fry their turkey this Thanksgiving to be cautious. With Thanksgiving this Thursday, many have deep fried turkey on their holiday menu, and fire rescue officials warned if the turkey is not properly prepared, dipping it into the deep fryer can cause an explosion.
November 22, 2016
Life & Health
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Risk Toolbox Launches Free COI-Related Compliance Resource for the Insurance Industry
Risk Toolbox (Parsippany, N.J.) announced at ACORD 2016 in Boca Raton, Fla., that it has published more than 200 pages of certificate-of-insurance (COI) related information on its website in order to provide a compliance resource for carriers, agents and brokers.
November 15, 2016
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It’s Not Just Twitter’s Problem: What Insurers Need To Know About DDoS Attacks
The events of Oct. 21, 2016 have sobering implications for the future of insurance IoT, but that shouldn’t dissuade insurers from preparing to exploit the opportunity.
November 15, 2016
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Maine House Fire Leaves 3 Dead
The Maine fire marshal’s office says no working smoke detectors were found in a home where a woman and two children died in a fire.
November 9, 2016
Property
Maine
Blaze Consumes Historic Maine Landmark
Fire destroyed the Ken-Rose Farm house on Route 15 in Blue Hill this morning but crews were able to save the barn. According to authorities, the call for help came in just before 5 a.m.
October 28, 2016
Property
Maine
Driver Saved After Plunging High-Speed Into River
A driver survived a high-speed crash into the Union River in Ellsworth, Maine, last Thursday when his car careened out of control. He was rescued by a good Samaritan who sprinted into action.
September 7, 2016
Auto
Maine
Kenworth Semi-Trailer Truck Destroyed By Arson, Owner Arrested
Two northern Maine men have been charged with burning a commercial tractor trailer truck. The State Fire Marshal’s Office have arrested the owner of the truck 47 year old John Craig, from Masardis, and his employee 23 year old Richard Gilman of Millinocket.
August 31, 2016
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