News Releases
NW Insurance Council News Releases
2019 News Releases
PUBLIC POLICY
January 29, 2019
Proposed WA motorcycle helmet bill "misses the mark" on insurance; puts riders at risk
DISASTERS & PREPAREDNESS
March 21, 2019
Oso Landslide's fifth anniversary offers painful reminders, lessons for slide-prone NW
YOUR INSURANCE POLICY
February 22, 2019
Life is full of changes, so be sure to review your insurance policies to make sure you're covered
AUTO
March 20, 2019
Collision claims are 9.7 percent higher in Washington due to legal marijuana, report says
January 25, 2019
HOMEOWNERS
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
2018 News Releases
AUTO & BOAT
March 14, 2018
On the road for spring break? Include a review of your insurance on your packing list
March 27, 2018
Rise in uninsured driver rate a concern – and a reminder to review your auto coverage (OR)
Rise in uninsured driver rate a concern - and a reminder to review your auto coverage (WA)
Rise in uninsured driver rate a concern - and a reminder to review your auto coverage (ID)
April 2, 2018
April's distracted driving awareness month calls attention to a deadly and costly problem (WA)
April's distracted driving awareness month calls attention to a deadly and costly problem (OR)
April's distracted driving awareness month calls attention to a deadly and costly problem (ID)
April 13, 2018
Insurance study: Drivers see dangers of distracted driving, but not for themselves (WA)
Insurance study: Drivers see dangers of distracted driving, but not for themselves (OR)
Insurance study: Drivers see dangers of distracted driving, but not for themselves (ID)
May 2, 2018
Boating Season: watercraft safety and insurance will keep you cruising this summer
June 21, 2018
Parents: keep your teenage driver safe and your auto insurance rates lower (WA)
Parents: keep your teenage driver safe and your auto insurance rates lower (OR)
Parents: keep your teenage driver safe and your auto insurance rates lower (ID)
July 16, 2018
NICB reports good news for Washington vehicle owners: declining auto theft rates
NICB reports auto thefts in Oregon are on the rise
NICB reports auto thefts in Idaho are up less than half percent statewide
September 19, 2018
Honda Accord, Civic top the "10 most-stolen vehicles" list in WA; are you protected from auto theft?
Honda Accord, Civic top the "10 most-stolen vehicles" list in OR; are you protected from auto theft?
November 8, 2018
November 15, 2018
Driving during the Thanksgiving holiday? Check the oil, the tires – and your auto insurance coverage
December 13, 2018
Out shopping for Christmas? Make a dent in your holiday list… not your car
HOMEOWNERS
February 2, 2018
Avoid a personal foul: careless Super Bowl parties pose a risk for severe liability penalties
February 8, 2018
Is your Valentine’s Day gift insured?
April 9, 2018
Dog bite insurance claims topped $9 million in Washington in 2016; costs even higher in 2017
$4.6 million in paid insurance claims from dog bites in Oregon in 2016 - and costs rose in 2017
Dog bites resulted in $1.8 million in insurance claims paid in Idaho in 2016; costs higher in 2017
April 24, 2018
Spring home maintenance can prevent damage insurance may not cover
May 24, 2018
Grilling this Memorial Day weekend? A dash of common sense could prevent a fire emergency
June 28, 2018
Fourth of July: fireworks spark concerns about safety insurance
July 11, 2018
Storage Units: extra space may – or may not – require extra insurance
July 24, 2018
Many homes may be underinsured, analytics firm says. Is yours among them?
October 9, 2018
Fire Prevention Week: NFPA encourages everyone to "Be Aware. Fire can happen anywhere"
October 31, 2018
Frightening monsters, ghosts and vampires? Not covered. But auto theft and property damage are!
December 10, 2018
It’s cold out there! But please use caution with space heaters, wood stoves and fireplaces
December 19, 2018
December 14, 2018
Planning a holiday party? Before you host, know your (insurance) limits
DISASTERS & PREPAREDNESS
January 9, 2018
Potential Rattlesnake Ridge landslide emphasizes the need for special insurance for homes
January 24, 2018
Earthquake and tsunami: advance preparation and insurance are keys to survival and recovery
March 22, 2018
Oso Landslide anniversary offers painful reminders, lessons for the future in slide-prone NW
April 17, 2018
NWS landslide alert emphasizes the need for special insurance coverage for homes and businesses
May 9, 2018
Concerned about Volcano damage? Here’s a primer on what is and isn’t covered if a NW volcano erupts
June 13, 2018
Prepare now before wildfire threatens your family and your property
August 2, 2018
Wildfire threatening your home, vehicle or business? Here’s what to know
September 14, 2018
National Preparedness Month: Insurance and preparation are keys to disaster survival and recovery
October 17, 2018
November 26, 2018
November storm: are you insured? What to do to get back on your feet after storm damage (WA)
November storm: are you insured? What to do to get back on your feet after storm damage (OR)
November 30, 2018
December 18, 2018
December 19, 2018
Port Orchard tornado: Home, Business Insurance covers damage from yesterday’s destructive twister