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Hosting a Holiday Party? 5 Things You Need to Know Now to Keep It Safe

Tis the season for a holiday get together or a party. Whether you are hosting a party at home or a holiday party for your business, here are some tips to keep it safe. Sometimes there is a tad too much holiday spirit flowing and you may have to intervene to keep someone from drinking too much and getting behind the wheel. This can be a touch subject, but at times it is necessary to action. Here are some ways you can keep control and keep the peace from your Small Business Insurance Partner Downey Insurance Group.

Marlborough Historical Society – Festival of Trees 2011

It is such a wonderful time of year and celebrating the Christmas season would not be complete in Marlborough without visiting the Festival of Trees. This year The Marlborough Hisorical Society will be holding ”The 4th Annual Festival of Trees “ in a new location: Hellenic Hall at Sts. Anargyroi Greek Church, 9 Cashman Street, November 25, 26th, 27th and December 2nd, 3rd, 4th. Everyone in our MA Insurance office loves sponsoring this event because is brings so much Christmas Spirit to the Marlborough area. Even though this is a relatively new tradition, it has already stolen the hearts of many locals and we believe it will continue for many, many years to come. Then to bring this wonderful program to and end on December 10th The Marlborough Historical Society will be holding “Christmas at the Farm” at The Peter Rice Homestead (the home of the Historical Society).

Best Thanksgiving Leftover Recipe EVER from Your MA Auto Insurance Specialist

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! If your house is like ours on Thanksgiving there will still be an abundance of leftovers after everyone eats themselves into a food coma. If you struggle with what to do with all those leftovers I have the perfect leftover recipe for you brought to you by your MA Auto Insurance Specialists. See we do think about things other than Insurance, although everything relates to Insurance in our world! This also is a great solution for all of those who are lucky enough to be guest this Thanksgiving and are sent home with a plate full of goodness. I am sorry I don’t have any pictures; these have never lasted long enough to photograph! I introduce the Perfect Leftover Recipe – Leftover Turnover Pies!

How to Stay Safe on Black Friday from Your Massachusetts Insurance Partner Downey Insurance Group

Who is venturing out for Black Friday this year? Is this your first year or are you a Black Friday veteran? While some people revel in this mayhem, many people do not share their enthusiasm. But one thing is for certain, you cannot beat the deals that are offered on Black Friday! We have all heard the horror stories about black Friday, so here are a few ways to keep yourself and your purchases safe this year from your Massachusetts Insurance partner Downey Insurance Group.

General Contractors and General Liability Insurance

General Contractors are the ringmasters for most construction projects. These projects may include the use sub-contractors and other employees of the General Contractor. Many general contractors have a construction specialty such as single or multi-family homes, commercial property, or other larger scale commercial venues. Their level of experience is crucial to effectively and efficiently completing complex construction projects. This expertise opens them up to a Commercial Liability Insurance exposure, that if not properly managed could put them in a tough spot.

Will Your Massachusetts Auto Insurance Policy Protect You During Your Thanksgiving Travels?

I believe that some of these out of state drivers traveling out of Massachusetts will not be covered by their current Massachusetts Auto Insurance Policy. How is this possible? Because, in Massachusetts the Minimum “Compulsory” Limits that many people are carrying on their policy do not carry over the Massachusetts state line. With the new “name you own price and coverage options” out there, I believe that there are many people who do not know this very important fact. Nothing can ruin your holiday season like an uninsured and unrepresented liability or property damage lawsuit.