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2024 News Releases
October 17, 2024
Winterize your home or business now to prevent costly damage, insurance claims (WA, OR, ID)
October 15, 2024
"Great Shakeout" is a reminder for Washingtonians to be prepared - and to consider earthquake insurance
"Great Shakeout" is a reminder for Oregonians to be prepared - and to consider earthquake insurance
"Great Shakeout" is a reminder for Idahoans to be prepared - and to consider earthquake insurance
October 1, 2024
Attention Drivers: Lookout for deer, other wildlife, and consider Comprehensive and "PIP" Coverage (WA, OR, ID)
September 26, 2024
Insurance premiums surge due to economic pressures. What you can do to help manage the costs (WA, OR, ID)
September 5, 2024
National Preparedness Month: Insurance and preparation are keys to disaster survival and recovery (WA, OR, ID)
August 27, 2024
Kids starting college? Do your homework to make sure you have the right insurance (WA, OR, ID)
August 20, 2024
Kids are headed back to school - on foot, on bikes, on buses and with parents... here's what parents should know (WA, OR, ID)
August 8, 2024
Is Personal Cyber Insurance worth the investment? Key factors to consider for digital protection (WA)
Is Personal Cyber Insurance worth the investment? Key factors to consider for digital protection (OR)
Is Personal Cyber Insurance worth the investment? Key factors to consider for digital protection (ID)
July 24, 2024
Wildfire: What to know about insurance coverage and preparedness (WA, OR, ID)
July 17, 2024
Don't let Porch Pirates loot your Prime Day packages! Should you file a stolen package claim with your insurance company? (WA)
Don't let Porch Pirates loot your Prime Day packages! Should you file a stolen package claim with your insurance company? (OR)
Don't let Porch Pirates loot your Prime Day packages! Should you file a stolen package claim with your insurance company? (ID)
July 16, 2024
More than one million vehicles stolen in the U.S. last year, NICB reports (WA)
More than one million vehicles stolen in the U.S. last year, NICB reports (OR)
More than one million vehicles stolen in the U.S. last year, NICB reports (ID)
July 10, 2024
Making a splash during the heatwave? Dive into pool safety and insurance coverage for peace of mind (WA, OR, ID)
July 2, 2024
Fourth of July: fireworks spark concerns about safety and insurance (WA, OR, ID)
June 26, 2024
Now is the time to prepare, reduce wildfire risk for your home & family (WA, OR, ID)
June 11, 2024
Parents: graduation might bring insurance changes (WA, OR, ID)
May 31, 2024
Parents: keep your teenage driver safe - and your auto insurance affordable. Teen-driver-involved accidents highest during '100 Deadliest Days' (WA, OR, ID)
May 20, 2024
Contractor fraud costs Americans billions every year: NICB's Contractor Fraud Awareness Week runs May 20-24, 2024 (WA, OR, ID)
May 17, 2024
Concerned about volcano damage? What is and isn't covered if a NW volcano erupts (WA, OR, ID)
May 7, 2024
It's motorcycle season: More focus needed on safety and insurance from all drivers (WA, OR, ID)
May 1, 2024
Now is the time to prepare, reduce wildfire risk for your home & family: Join Wildfire Preparedness Day on Saturday, May 4 (WA)
Now is the time to prepare, reduce wildfire risk for your home & family: Join Wildfire Preparedness Day on Saturday, May 4 (OR)
Now is the time to prepare, reduce wildfire risk for your home & family: Join Wildfire Preparedness Day on Saturday, May 4 (ID)
April 25, 2024
National Small Business Week: Own and operate a small business? The right insurance coverage is crucial for success (WA, OR, ID)
April 17, 2024
Washington ranks fourth in U.S. for vehicle thefts by volume, NICB reports (WA)
Oregon auto thefts decrease by 27 percent statewide in 2023 (OR)
Idaho auto thefts decrease by 15 percent statewide in 2023 (ID)
April 10, 2024
Dog Bite Prevention Week: Washington home insurers paid 20.4 million in "dog bite" claims last year (WA)
Dog Bite Prevention Week: Oregon home insurers paid $12 million in "dog bite" claims last year (OR)
Dog Bite Prevention Week: Idaho home insurers paid $5 million in "dog bite" claims last year (ID)
April 2, 2024
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: A distracted driving ticket could cost more than just the fine, insurers say (WA)
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: A distracted driving ticket could cost more than just the fine, insurers say (OR)
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: A distracted driving ticket could cost more than just the fine, insurers say (ID)
March 28, 2024
Spring home maintenance can prevent damage insurance may not cover (WA, OR, ID)
March 19, 2024
Spring home maintenance can prevent damage insurance may not cover (WA)
Spring home maintenance can prevent damage insurance may not cover (OR)
Spring home maintenance can prevent damage insurance may not cover (ID
March 14, 2024
Make your own luck to get home safe on St. Patrick's Day: Getting a DUI is not only dangerous but expensive and will impact your auto insurance rates (WA)
Make your own luck to get home safe on St. Patrick's Day: Getting a DUI is not only dangerous but expensive and will impact your auto insurance rates (OR)
Make your own luck to get home safe on St. Patrick's Day: Getting a DUI is not only dangerous but expensive and will impact your auto insurance rates (ID)
February 27, 2024
Nisqually earthquake's 23rd anniversary is a reminder to consider disaster preparedness and insurance coverage (WA)
Nisqually earthquake's 23rd anniversary is a reminder to consider disaster preparedness and insurance coverage (OR)
Idaho's 4.9 magnitude earthquake is a reminder to be prepared, consider earthquake insurance (ID)
February 22, 2024
Did your auto insurance premium go up? Here's some options to help manage the cost (WA)
Did your auto insurance premium go up? Here's some options to help manage the cost (OR)
Did your auto insurance premium go up? Here's some options to help manage the cost (ID)
February 12, 2024
Is your Valentine's Day gift ins
February 8, 2024
Don't get flagged: careless Super Bowl parties pose a risk for severe liability penalties (WA)
Don't get flagged: careless Super Bowl parties pose a risk for severe liability penalties (OR)
Don't get flagged: careless Super Bowl parties pose a risk for severe liability penalties (ID)
January 31, 2024
Landslides: If your home or business is at risk, you need special coverage (WA, OR, ID)
January 9, 2024
Winter storms and insurance: what to do and what to know (WA)
Winter storms and insurance: what to do and what to know (OR)
Winter storms and insurance: what to do and what to know (ID)
January 4, 2024
New Year = New you? Time for a coverage review! Ten questions to ask your insurance agent or company (WA, OR, ID)
2023 News Releases
December 19, 2023
Away for the holidays? Protect your home from burglars and avoid insurance claims (WA, OR, ID)
December 13, 2023
Planning a holiday party? Before you host, know your (insurance) limits (WA, OR, ID)
December 7, 2023
Don't let Porch Pirates loot your packages! Should you file a stolen package claim with your insurance company? (WA, OR, ID)
December 5, 2023
'Pineapple Express' increases flood and landslide risk in Western Washington: What to know about insurance coverage
'Pineapple Express' increases flood and landslide risk in Oregon: What to know about insurance coverage
November 28, 2023
Shopping online for holiday gifts? Protect yourself from cybercriminals, and consider Cyber Insurance (WA, OR, ID)
November 17, 2023
Driving during the Thanksgiving holiday? Check the oil, the tires - and your auto insurance coverage (WA)
Driving during the Thanksgiving holiday? Check the oil, the tires - and your auto insurance coverage (OR)
Driving during the Thanksgiving holiday? Check the oil, the tires - and your auto insurance coverage (ID)
November 13, 2023
Wildlife collisions declined in 2022 but driver safety - and insurance coverage - remain crucial (WA)
Wildlife collisions declined in 2022 but driver safety - and insurance coverage - remain crucial (OR)
Wildlife collisions declined in 2022 but driver safety - and insurance coverage - remain crucial (ID)
November 2, 2023
Winter Driving Safety and Insurance: What to do and what to know before you go (WA)
Winter Driving Safety and Insurance: What to do and what to know before you go (OR)
Winter Driving Safety and Insurance: What to do and what to know before you go (ID)
October 26, 2023
Frightening monsters, ghosts and vampires? Not covered. But auto theft and property damage are! (WA, OR, ID)
October 17, 2023
"Great Shakeout" is a reminder for Washingtonians to be prepared - and to consider earthquake insurance
"Great Shakeout" is a reminder for Oregonians to be prepared - and to consider earthquake insurance
"Great Shakeout" is a reminder for Idahoans to be prepared - and to consider earthquake insurance
October 10, 2023
Earthquake strikes Western Washington: What to know about preparation and insurance coverage (WA, OR, ID)
October 4, 2023
Kia and Hyundai recalls prompt concerns about safety, auto theft, and insurance coverage (WA, OR, ID)
September 28, 2023
Flood-damaged vehicles could end up rusting on a used car lot near you (WA, OR, ID)
September 20, 2023
Attention Drivers: lookout for deer, other wildlife, and consider Comprehensive and "PIP" Coverage (WA)
Attention Drivers: lookout for deer, other wildlife, and consider Comprehensive Coverage (OR)
Attention Drivers: lookout for deer, other wildlife, and consider Comprehensive and "PIP" Coverage (ID)
September 12, 2023
Kids starting college? Do your homework to make sure you have the right insurance (WA, OR, ID)
September 6, 2023
National Preparedness Month: Insurance and preparation are keys to disaster survival and recovery (WA, OR, ID)
August 28, 2023
Don't Get Scammed Following the Wildfire: Insurers Urge Homeowners to Use Caution When Hiring a Contractor or Public Adjuster (WA)
August 21, 2023
Wildfire: What to know about insurance coverage and preparedness (WA)
August 18, 2023
Kids are headed back to school - on foot, on bikes, on buses and with parents... here's what drivers should know (WA, OR, ID)
August 2, 2023
Ford Pickup, Honda Civic top the "10 most-stolen vehicles" list in WA. Are you protected from auto theft?
Ford Pickup, Honda Civic top the "10 most-stolen vehicles" list in OR. Are you protected from auto theft?
Chevrolet and Ford Pickups top the "10 most-stolen vehicles" list in ID. Are you protected from auto theft?
July 27, 2023
Are you Wildfire-Ready? Creating your home inventory now can speed your insurance claim later (WA, OR, ID)
July 11, 2023
Wildfire threatening your home, vehicle or business? What to know (WA, OR, ID)
June 30, 2023
Fourth of July: fireworks spark concerns about safety and insurance (WA, OR, ID)
June 21, 2023
Parents: Graduation might bring insurance changes (WA, OR, ID)
June 14, 2023
Now is the time to prepare, reduce wildfire risk for your home & family (WA)
Now is the time to prepare, reduce wildfire risk for your home & family (OR)
Now is the time to prepare, reduce wildfire risk for your home & family (ID)
June 8, 2023
Washington boating accidents and property damage decreased in 2022, deaths increased (WA)
Fewer boating accidents, deaths and injuries in 2022 offers hope for summer boating season (OR)
Idaho boating accidents and injuries decreased but deaths, property damage increased in 2022 (ID)
June 1, 2023
Parents: keep your teenage driver safe - and your auto insurance affordable (WA)
Parents: keep your teenage driver safe - and your auto insurance affordable (OR)
Parents: keep your teenage driver safe - and your auto insurance affordable (ID)
May 31, 2023
Severe weather hits Treasure Valley region: What to know about storms and insurance coverage
May 22, 2023
Contractor Fraud Awareness Week: NW Insurance Council joins with the National Insurance Crime Bureau to combat post-disaster fraud
May 10, 2023
It's motorcycle season: More focus needed on safety and insurance from all drivers (WA, OR, ID)
May 4, 2023
Now is the time to prepare, reduce wildfire risk for your home & family: Join Wildfire Community Preparedness Day on Saturday, May 6 (WA, OR, ID)
May 3, 2023
Own and operate a small business? The right insurance coverage is crucial for success (WA, OR, ID)
April 26, 2023
"Speed kills - and it costs money, too," insurers warn (WA, OR, ID)
April 10, 2023
Dog Bite Prevention Week: Washington home insurers paid $24.7 million in "dog bite" claims last year
Dog Bite Prevention Week: Oregon home insurers paid $8.38 million in "dog bite" claims last year
Dog Bite Prevention Week: Idaho home insurers paid $4.3 million in "dog bite" claims last year
April 5, 2023
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: A distracted driving ticket could cost more than just the fine, insurers say (WA)
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: A distracted driving ticket could cost more than just the fine, insurers say (OR)
Distracted Driving Awareness Month: A distracted driving ticket could cost more than just the fine, insurers say (ID)
March 22, 2023
Oso Landslide's 9th anniversary offers sobering reminders, lessons for slide-prone NW (WA, OR, ID)
March 16, 2023
Make your own luck to get home safe on St. Patrick's Day: Getting a DUI is not only dangerous, but also expensive and will impact your auto insurance rates (WA, OR, ID)
March 10, 2023
Spring home maintenance can prevent damage insurance may not cover (WA, OR, ID)
February 27, 2023
Nisqually earthquake 22nd anniversary a reminder to consider disaster preparedness and insurance coverage (WA, OR, ID)
February 21, 2023
What to know about winter storm damage and insurance (WA, OR, ID)
February 14, 2023
Is your Valentine's Day gift insured? (WA, OR, ID)
January 5, 2023
Don't get flagged: careless Super Bowl parties pose a risk for severe liability penalties (WA, OR, ID)
January 17, 2023
Floods, mudslides and landslides: if you're at risk you need special coverage (WA, OR, ID)
January 5, 2023
The "once-a-year check-up" and 10 questions to ask your insurance agent or company (WA, OR, ID)