June 28, 2016
AgencyGrilling Safety
Just like hamburgers and hot dogs, a sizzling grill is a symbol of summer and grilling isn’t just about great food. Backyard barbecues often create treasured memories with friends and family. Keep in mind, however, that when you grill, you’re literally playing with fire. Thousands of residents each year learn this the hard way, […]
June 29, 2016
AgencyFirework Safety
For most of us, the Fourth of July is a time to enjoy the company of family and friends, having fun and creating memories – whether at home or away in Baton Rouge. For some families, the holiday is a nightmare. Homes each year in Louisiana are damaged by wayward fireworks. Thousands of people […]
June 29, 2016
AgencyPet Safety During Fireworks
For most of us, the Fourth of July is a time to enjoy the pyrotechnics that mark the holiday. But for our pets, fireworks are another story. Many pets can be traumatized by the noisy rockets and firecrackers so many of us enjoy. At Baton Rouge Insurance Agency, we hope your holiday is […]
July 29, 2016
AgencyHelpful Insurance Tips
College is expensive enough without finding out too late that an accident or theft isn’t covered under your current policies. So, as you get your children ready to head off to school in the fall, there’s one vital “to-do” to add to your list (other than writing that tuition check): a review of your insurance […]
August 2, 2016
AgencyBack to School Safety
The end of summer means many things, such as cooler weather, shorter days and … the start of a new school year! That means we all should be extra careful on the roads, in school zones and around buses in the Baton Rouge area. Remember to watch for bikes, too! Here are some tips […]
December 15, 2016
AgencyPrevent Christmas Tree Fires
5 Tips to Help Prevent Christmas Tree Fires (Christmas Tree Photo by Steven Tom) Christmas trees are a beloved holiday tradition, but they can pose a fire risk. On average, says the National Fire Protection Association, fire departments across the country respond to more than 200 blazes related to holiday trees each year. Despite how […]
December 15, 2016
AgencyThe Live vs. Artifical Debate
The Christmas tree conundrum: real or fake? The kind of tree that adorns a person’s home during the holidays can provoke debate as much as Coke vs. Pepsi or Chevy vs. Ford. When it comes to Christmas trees, do you choose live or artificial? Do you cut your own, or do you prefer […]
December 15, 2016
AgencyGiving During the Holidays
Giving During the Holidays Without Getting Taken Every year during the holidays, people in Baton Rouge look for ways to give gifts, not just to family and friends but to those less fortunate. It’s the spirit of the season. Unfortunately, some of the charities out there don’t help people as fully as they claim […]
December 16, 2016
AgencyHoliday Home Security
Make home safety a priority while you’re away for the holidays (Holiday Décor Photo by Bernhard Suter) The holidays can be a great time to get out of Baton Rouge to visit family you rarely get to see, hit the slopes or flee to the beach. Regardless of how you spend your time away, […]
December 16, 2016
AgencyFinancial Safety While Travelling
Travel Smarts for Your Money and Identity Thieves love tourists. It’s nothing personal. They’re just looking for an easy target – someone who’s carrying cash and credit cards, tablets and cameras, passports and other identification, all while being distracted by the new sights and sounds all around them. So how do you take it […]