News Releases

NW Insurance Council News Releases

2020 News Releases

February 19, 2020

The "once-a-year check-up" and 10 questions to ask your insurance agent or company 

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Is Your Valentine's Day gift insured?  

FEBRUARY 6, 2020

MEDIA ADVISORY-Major flooding and increased landslide risk in Western Washington: What to know about insurance coverage  

JANUARY, 30, 2020

Don't get flagged: careless Super Bowl parties pose a risk for severe liability penalties  

2019 News Releases

PUBLIC POLICY

December 30, 2019

Attention motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians! New road rules in Washington to take effect Jan. 1 

December 2, 2019 

NW Insurance Council Statement in Response to Insurance Premium Tax (Policy Surcharge) 

July 25, 2019 

Heads-up bikers! Washington's mandatory auto insurance law will also apply to motorcycles beginning July 28 

April 8, 2019

Proposed tax increase on home, auto & business insurance unfair to consumers, P&C insurers say

March 29, 2019

NW Insurance Council opposes SB 5996 - Wildfire Premium Tax increase for home, auto and business insurance

January 29, 2019

Proposed WA motorcycle helmet bill "misses the mark" on insurance; puts riders at risk

DISASTERS & PREPAREDNESS

December 19, 2019 

"Pineapple Express" expected later this week: What to know about storms and insurance  

October 22, 2019

Flood Insurance: Don't wait for flood waters to rise, consider coverage now 

October 9, 2019

Snowstorms and Insurance: What to do and what to know (WA) 

September 13, 2019

Flood Insurance: Don't wait for flood waters to rise, consider coverage now (WA)

Flood Insurance: Don't wait for flood waters to rise, consider coverage now (OR)

Flood Insurance: Don't wait for flood waters to rise, consider coverage now (ID) 

September 5, 2019

National Preparedness Month: Insurance and preparation are keys to disaster survival and recovery (WA)  

National Preparedness Month: Insurance and preparation are keys to disaster survival and recovery (OR)  

National Preparedness Month: Insurance and preparation are keys to disaster survival and recovery (ID)  

August 1, 2019

Wildfire threatening your home, vehicle or business? What to know (WA)  

Wildfire threatening your home, vehicle or business? What to know (OR)  

Wildfire threatening your home, vehicle or business? What to know (ID)  

July 12, 2019

4.6 earthquake shakes Seattle region: Six things to know about preparation, response and insurance 

July 6, 2019

California earthquakes: Six things for Northwest residents to know about preparation, response and insurance 

May 28, 2019

Idaho Tornado Warning: Know what your Homeowners, Renters and Auto Insurance policies cover before the next storm hits 

May 21, 2019

Prepare now before wildfire threatens your family and your property 

March 21, 2019

Oso Landslide's fifth anniversary offers painful reminders, lessons for slide-prone NW 

YOUR INSURANCE POLICY

October 28, 2019

Frightening monsters, ghosts and vampires? Not covered. But auto theft and property damage are! 

August 21, 2019

Kids off to college? Do your homework to make sure you have the right insurance  

June 6, 2019

Parents: Graduation season might bring insurance changes 

February 22, 2019

Life is full of changes, so be sure to review your insurance policies to make sure you're covered 

AUTO

November 26, 2019

Driving during the Thanksgiving holiday? Check the oil, the tires – and your auto insurance coverage 

October 3, 2019

Winter Driving Safety and Insurance: What to do and what to know before you go 

September 24, 2019

Attention Drivers: lookout for deer, other wildlife, and consider Comprehensive and "PIP" Coverage (WA) 

Attention Drivers: lookout for deer, other wildlife, and consider Comprehensive and "PIP" Coverage (OR) 

Attention Drivers: lookout for deer, other wildlife, and consider Comprehensive and "PIP" Coverage (ID) 

August 16, 2019

Getting a ticket for DUI is not only dangerous and expensive, it will impact your auto insurance rates
Extra patrols deployed in Washington to look for impaired drivers 

July 18, 2019

NICB reports good news for Washington vehicle owners: declining auto theft rates 

NICB reports declining auto thefts in Oregon 

Auto thefts down slightly in Idaho, NICB reports 

May 23, 2019

Parents: keep your teenage driver safe and your auto insurance rates lower. Teen-driver involved accidents highest during '100 Deadliest Days' (WA) 

Parents: keep your teenage driver safe and your auto insurance rates lower. Teen-driver involved accidents highest during '100 Deadliest Days' (OR) 

Parents: keep your teenage driver safe and your auto insurance rates lower. Teen-driver involved accidents highest during '100 Deadliest Days' (ID) 

April 17, 2019

Distracted Driving Awareness Month calls attention to a deadly and costly problem (ID) 

Distracted Driving Awareness Month calls attention to a deadly and costly problem. If you get a ticket, your insurance premium could be affected (WA) 

Distracted Driving Awareness Month calls attention to a deadly and costly problem. If you get a ticket, your insurance premium could be affected (OR) 

March 20, 2019

Collision claims are 9.7 percent higher in Washington due to legal marijuana, report says 

January 25, 2019

WA Distracted Driving study shows drivers are using cell phones less, but engaged in other distractions more 

Distracted Driving study shows drivers are talking on cell phones less, but "fiddling" with them more (OR) 

Distracted Driving study shows drivers are talking on cell phones less, but "fiddling" with them more (ID) 

HOMEOWNERS

December 13, 2019

Planning a holiday party? Before you host, know your (insurance) limits 

December 5, 2019

Don't let Porch Pirates loot your packages! Should you file a stolen package claim with your insurance company? 

November 19, 2019

It's getting cold out there! Be careful using space heaters, wood stoves and fireplaces 

October 2, 2019

Winterize your home or business now to prevent costly damage and insurance claims 

September 23, 2019

Thinking of renting out your home to make extra cash? Better check your insurance policy first 

June 26, 2019

Fourth of July: fireworks spark concerns about safety and insurance (WA) 

Fourth of July: fireworks spark concerns about safety and insurance (OR) 

Fourth of July: fireworks spark concerns about safety and insurance (ID) 

April 25, 2019

Dog bite insurance claims topped $11 million in Washington in 2018 

Dog bite insurance claims topped $5 million in Oregon in 2018 

Dog bite insurance claims topped $2 million in Idaho in 2018 

March 12, 2019

Spring home maintenance can prevent damage insurance may not cover 

February 13, 2019

Is your Valentine's Day gift insured? 

January 31, 2019

Don't get flagged: careless Super Bowl parties pose a risk for severe liability penalties 

February 5, 2019

Snowstorms and Insurance: What to do and what to know 

MEDIA ALERTS

February 14, 2019

Snowstorms and Insurance: What to know 

February 6, 2019

NW Insurance Council launches new website