Slosek Insurance, Business Insurance, Personal Insurance Springfield, MA

Q: Am I covered for rental car expenses if my car is inoperable?
A: Only if you have rental car reimbursement coverage added to your policy.

Q: Will my teenage son/daughter be covered if he/she drives my car?
A: Yes, as long as they have a valid drivers license and have been added to your policy.

Q: If I let a non-family member drive my car is he/she covered in the event of an accident?
A: Yes, as long as they have a valid drivers license.

Q: What is the difference between collision and comprehensive coverage?
A: Collision covers physical damage resulting from accidents with another vehicle or a fixed object. Comprehensive covers losses other than collision, subject to policy exclusions.

Q: If a tree in my yard is struck by lightning and crashes into my house am I covered?
A: Yes. Damage to the house and removal of the tree is covered.

Q: Will damages caused by a furnace puff back be covered by my homeowners insurance?
A: Cleaning expenses are covered.

Q: My pet damaged my carpet. Can I claim it on my insurance?
A: No.

Q: A flood destroyed my home. Am I covered?
A: No. Flood coverage is excluded under your homeowner policy. A separate flood insurance policy would cover the loss.

Q: An earthquake damaged my home. Am I covered?
A: Only if you have an earthquake endorsement on your policy.

Q: What are the differences between actual cash value/replacement costs and all risks/named perils?
A: Replacement cost is the current cost to replace an item. Actual cash value is the replacement cost less depreciation for age. Special form coverage covers all losses except those that are excluded. Named perils cover only specifically named perils such as fire, lightening, windstorm, etc.

Q: Is all my personal property automatically covered under my homeowner policy?
A: Yes. However, there are limitations on certain items.

Q: A visitor slipped and fell on ice and is suing me. Am I covered?
A: Yes, up to the policy limit of your comprehensive personal liability.

Q: Should I advise my agent every time I make a home improvement?
A: You need to make sure that your home is always insured for at least 80 percent of its replacement cost or you will be subject to a co-insurance penalty in the event of a claim.

Q: Will my homeowner's policy cover me if my wedding ring is stolen or lost?
A: Your homeowners policy will cover the loss only if there is reasonable thought that a theft occurred up to $1,000. If you need more coverage an Inland Marine policy should be purchased with the value based upon an appraisal of the item.

Q: What is the most comprehensive policy available for small businesses?
A: The Business Owners Policy is the most widely used form of coverage. It provides coverage for building and contents, loss of income, and general liability up to policy limits. Separate policies for business auto, worker's compensation, bonds, and other business exposures are also available. Your agent can tailor these coverages to the needs of the specific business.

Q: Why should I package all my insurance?
A: By packaging all of your insurance policies you can achieve significant savings.