Auto Safety

Keeping You Safe When You Need It Most

It's nice to know that, if you are ever in an accident, we will be there for you with professional and timely claims service.  However, we also understand that you'd rather not get involved in an accident at all.  While you can't prevent them all, we want to help make each and every one of your drives as safe as possible.

Tips for the Road

Use Your Seat Belts -- It is estimated that safety belts saved 14,903 lives in 2003 and that 446 chidren under age 5 were saved as a result of child restraint use.

Secure Your Kids -- Children in rear-facing child seats should not be placed in the front seat of vehicles equipped with passenger-side air bags.  It is recommended that children 12 and under sit in the rear seat, away from the force of a deploying airbag.

Drive Within the Speed Limits -- In 2003, speeding was a contributing factor in 31% of all fatal crashes, and 13,380 lives were lost in speeding-related crashes.  The economic cost of speeding-related accidents is estimated to be $40.4 billion each year.

Take Precautions -- Don't give someone a reason to break into your car.  Secure any valuables in the trunk or glove compartment, where they can't be seen.

Winter Weather Tips -- Remember that you need three times as much space to stop on slick roads.  If your car does skid, don't use the brakes -- ease off the accelerator and steer into the direction of the skid.

If You Have An Accident

It's important to remain calm and remain at the scene.  Check the condition of all parties in your vehicle.  Contact police, and if necessary, emergency medical services.  Next, gather information.  Do not sign any written statements at the accident scene.  Contact the agency at 330-864-8300 to report the claim.  Your Claims Associate will contact you within 24 hours of reporting your accident.  If your car is towed, remember to remove all of your personal belongings.