Be Prepared: Fourth of July!

As many of us prepare to celebrate July 4^th, barbecues, swimming and fireworks are likely highlights! But while Independence Day celebrations can provide great summer memories, they can also be the most dangerous. Accidents can and do happen. So as the fun-filled weekend approaches, make sure you’re prepared for some of the risks associated with the holiday. Here are a few tips from our friends at Insurance Information Institute:

• July 4^th is a popular vacation time and theft rates tend to increase as homes and businesses are left empty.  Be sure to ask a trusted neighbor, person or service to check on your home or business while you are away.
• If you’re hosting a BBQ, make sure your grill is clean and located a safe distance away from your house.
• Keep children and pets away from open flames or grills; call 911 for serious incidents.
• If you’re around a pool, make sure young children are accompanied by an adult and that the proper protections are in place (e.g. fence).
• Check your pool or party area for potential accident hazards such as glass, electronics, toys, etc.
• Skip your own fireworks display and attend a local celebration.

Visit the I.I.I. website for more information and tips on grilling and pool safety.

Have a happy and safe Fourth of July!

 

This article is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute and is not intended to take the place of legal or risk management advice. Readers should consult their own counsel or other representatives for any such advice. Any and all external websites or sources referred to herein are for informational purposes only and are not affiliated with or endorsed by OneBeacon Insurance Group. OneBeacon Insurance Group hereby disclaims any and all liability arising out of the information contained herein.

Here’s how self-driving cars are already impacting cities and towns

This aptly named article, authored by OneBeacon Government Risks’ Kenny Smith, highlights some of the unique considerations cities and towns should be taking into account now regarding the autonomous vehicles that will be on the roads in our communities in the future.  Read the article here , which was published on PropertyCasualty360.com.

If you’re in NYC, stop by our Product Fair!

It’s not too late! If you’re in the neighborhood, stop by our Product Fair tomorrow beginning at 4:00 p.m.  Join our team of underwriters for appetizers, drinks and networking to learn more about our products and services at The Liberty, 29 W 35^th Street. You’ll also have a chance to participate in our raffle!

We look forward to seeing you there. Register here!

OneBeacon Entertainment Sponsors AICP Bootcamp

Monday, June 5 marks the beginning of the 2017 Association of Independent Commercial Producers (AICP) “AICP Week”.   As part of the week of events, OneBeacon Entertainment will be a  sponsor of  the “AICP Business Affairs Boot Camp: Emerging Platforms,” which will feature a variety of speakers and panels addressing emerging issues and platform trends in the industry.

Founded in 1972, by a small group of television commercial production companies concerned with a single issue, today’s AICP has grown to represent exclusively, the interests of companies that specialize in producing commercials on various media – film, video, digital – for advertisers and agencies.

For more information on the event or the AICP, visit their website at aicp.com.