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Jun 4 2021 In today’s digital world, slander and libel lawsuits are more common than you may think. Comments made in haste or anger on social media can have lasting and far-reaching effects on a person’s reputation or character, so it’s easier than ever to libel,...
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Oct 11 2017 One of the most certain things in life is uncertainty. Your dog could bite the neighbor’s kid. Your teen driver could hit a cyclist. A guest could fall down your stairs. A rainy morning commute on worn-out tires could result in a multi-car accident. And you...
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Nov 7 2014 The holidays can be a great time to get out of town to visit family you rarely get to see, hit the slopes or flee to the beach. Regardless of how you spend your time away, you need to ensure your house stays safe while you're gone. A house left empty can be...
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Apr 4 2014 While fall and winter have their own pleasures, longer nights mean increased danger on the roads. You might think you drive just as well at night, but consider this: Even though nighttime driving accounts for just 23% of vehicle miles traveled, more than 50%...
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Mar 10 2014 Everyone wants to keep their home safe from burglars or intruders, but not everyone wants to have an alarm system installed. There are plenty of people who prefer the do-it-yourself route, whether it's home improvement or home security. And nowadays, there...
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Oct 8 2013 Fall is a wonderful time to be outside on your bike, thanks to the crisp, cool weather and changing colors of the landscape. Staying safe on the road in autumn requires some special precautions, however. Because we at O'Connor want you to be around to enjoy...
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Jul 2 2013 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 But for some families, the holiday is a nightmare. Each year, homes in Connecticut are damaged by wayward...
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May 6 2013 As the second Sunday of May nears, it's time to think of ways to celebrate mothers - although, of course, that's a worthy pursuit at any time of year! At O'Connor Insurance, we thought it would be fun to give you a little of the history behind Mother's Day,...
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Apr 2 2013 Spring is a time of new beginnings in Old Saybrook - and now is a great time to take on some cleaning and organization tasks around your home. If you're anything like many of us here at O'Connor Insurance, some of these tasks are long overdue! Here are some...
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Mar 1 2013 Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 10, 2013, for most places in the United States, so don't forget to set your clock forward one hour. We here at O'Connor Insurance want to remind you it's also a great time to improve your family's safety. Be safe in...
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Feb 1 2013 It goes without saying that keeping yourself and your family healthy through the winter months in Old Saybrook can be a challenge. When you combine chillier temps, housebound days - not to mention kids passing around colds at school like they're playing "Hot...
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Dec 21 2012 You'll no doubt hear the phrase "Happy Holidays!" about a thousand times over the next month. Here at O'Connor Insurance, we'd like to change that a little bit: "Happy - and Safe - Holidays!" While the holidays certainly bring cheer here in Old Saybrook, they...
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