Driven to distraction, why do we need another stupid reminder? Sometimes we all do stupid things, especially when we try to do too many things at once. If one of those things involves 4,000 pounds of metal and glass moving at high velocity, a small l...

Deer breeding season is once again upon us. This is a time when we typically see deer on the move. This is a dangerous time for drivers. According to the Insurance Information Institute, 1.6 million deer-vehicle collisions occur each year, with Novem...

Every year families and friends gather to celebrate holidays. Vow to make memories you really want to remember.  Let’s make sure we visit family and friends at gatherings rather than in the emergency room. If you are traveling, plan the t...

Last week’s post entitled, “Pedestrian Safety- Are you a Jaywalker?” focused on pedestrian behavior.Distracted walking is increasing and ultimately we are all responsible for our safety when walking along or across roadways. But the...

Only the history buffs among us would know the origin of the descriptive term, “jaywalker.”  I’ll leave it to Merriam-Webster to describe the origin and original meaning as well as how we’ve gotten to the current understa...

What better day to discuss this topic than “Shoe the World Day?”  There are multiple factors to consider when selecting the most appropriate foot protection.  The goal is to make sure that your feet are comfortable, supported, a...

Autumn is one of the prettiest times of year. The trees are changing colors creating a spectacular view. Autumn also presents a set of challenges when driving.  There are several factors that play against safe driving this time of year. We can e...

Policyholders rewarded with cash distribution for 25th time (Portland, ME) – The MEMIC Group Board of Directors has authorized distribution of an $18 million dividend to more than 14,000 eligible policyholders. The 2023 MEMIC dividend brings th...