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2025 News Releases
April 17, 2025
Boise braces for strong winds: What Homeowners, Renters and Auto Insurance covers
Washington home insurers paid $38.9 million in "dog bite" claims last year (WA)
Oregon home insurers paid $15.5 million in "dog bite" claims last year (OR)
Idaho home insurers paid $10.2 million in "dog bite" claims last year (ID)
April 9, 2025
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)
April 3, 2025
Washington sees a 32 percent drop in vehicle thefts in 2024: Auto theft has decreased but remains a concern. Take precautions and consider Comprehensive coverage
Oregon sees a 30 percent drop in vehicle thefts in 2024: Auto theft has decreased but remains a concern. Take precautions and consider Comprehensive coverage
Idaho sees a 14 percent drop in vehicle thefts in 2024: Auto theft has decreased but remains a concern. Take precautions and consider Comprehensive coverage
March 26, 2025
Severe Spring storms in the forecast: Know what your Homeowners and Auto Insurance policies cover (WA, OR, ID)
March 20, 2025
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 13, 2025
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)
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 (OR)
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 (ID)
March 7, 2025
Spring home maintenance can prevent damage insurance may not cover (WA, OR, ID)
February 27, 2025
Nisqually earthquake's 24th anniversary is a reminder to prepare your home and consider insurance coverage (WA, OR, ID)
February 14, 2025
Is your Valentine's Day gift insured? (WA, OR, ID)
February 6, 2025
Don't get flagged: careless Super Bowl parties pose a risk for severe liability penalties (WA, OR, ID)
January 9, 2025
New Year, new you? Start with a coverage check-up: Ten key questions to ask your insurance agent (WA, OR, ID)
2024 News Releases
December 30, 2024
Stay safe this New Year's Eve, and understand your social host responsibilities (WA, OR, ID)
December 20, 2024
Away for the holidays? Protect your home from burglars and avoid insurance claims (WA, OR, ID)
December 12, 2024
Planning a holiday party? Before you host, know your (insurance) limits (WA, OR, ID)
December 5, 2024
Don't let Porch Pirates loot your packages! Should you file a stolen package claim with your insurance company? (WA, OR, ID)
November 25, 2024
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 22, 2024
Shopping online for holiday gifts? Protect yourself from cybercriminals, and consider Personal Cyber Insurance (WA, OR, ID)
November 20, 2024
Winter storms and insurance: what to do and what to know (WA, OR, ID)
November 13, 2024
Winter storms and insurance: what to do and what to know (WA, OR, ID)
November 6, 2024
Insurers say: Washington Commissioner's Proposed Delay of Costly "Transparency" Rule Will Benefit Insurance Consumers
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)