Good Neighbor Tips

Keeping kids safe when sledding.

December 30, 2015
Keeping kids safe when sledding.

Good Neighbor Tips. A blog by Erin Doan, Erin Doan State Farm Insurance, Scottville; www.erindoan.com. Assuming that we might get more snow this winter, be cautious while sledding. A study by Nationwide Children’s Hospital found that more than 20,000 children go the emergency room each year for sledding-related injuries. Help keep your kids safe with these tips: Choose a Safe Sled Look…

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What to do after a hit and run crash.

December 22, 2015
What to do after a hit and run crash.

Good Neighbor Tips. A blog by Erin Doan, Erin Doan State Farm Insurance, Scottville; www.erindoan.com.   As with any collision, you must carefully document hit and run accidents for your insurance company and the police. However, that can be a little tricky since one driver has taken off! Here are some dos and don’ts for handling the situation. DO get as…

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Christmas decorating guide.

December 18, 2015
Christmas decorating guide.

Good Neighbor Tips. A blog by Erin Doan, Erin Doan State Farm Insurance, Scottville;www.erindoan.com.   ‘Tis the season to trim the tree — and watch the ladder step while you’re at it. Holiday decorating can be hazardous if you’re not careful. Help keep it fun and festive with these holiday safety tips: Electrical Safety Only make purchases from trusted retailers…

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Getting your car and home ready for winter.

December 8, 2015
Getting your car and home ready for winter.

Good Neighbor Tips. A blog by Erin Doan, Erin Doan State Farm Insurance, Scottville;www.erindoan.com.   Winter’s on its way! Get ready by preparing your home and vehicle for colder weather. You can improve your safety, save money and keep comfortable throughout winter with a few simple steps: At Home: Have you… Cleaned the gutters? Clear debris from gutters and test…

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What to do if you get pulled over.

November 17, 2015
What to do if you get pulled over.

Good Neighbor Tips. A blog by Erin Doan, Erin Doan State Farm Insurance, Scottville;www.erindoan.com. Getting pulled over can be stressful and scary for a lot of drivers — especially if they don’t know how to handle the situation. Slowly pull over. Use the turn signal and proceed to the right side of the road. If the location seems dangerous, continue driving…

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