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Are You Ready for Winter?

Tim McElhinny, CIC, LUTCF Partner, McElhinny Insurance Agency LLC tim@mcelhinny.com 412-650-5700 Are You Ready for Winter? The bliss and tranquility that often accompanies the proverbial “Winter Wonderland" could turn chaotic if you don’t follow the proper cold weather safety precautions. Do you know what to do if you get stranded in your car? What can you do to prevent ice storm damage? Here are some...

Holiday Candle Safety Tips for your Home.

Tim McElhinny, CIC, LUTCF Partner, McElhinny Insurance Agency LLC 412-650-5700 tim@mcelhinny.com Tricks of the Wicks House-warming candles, left unmanaged, can lead to dangerous fires Candles are a great way to make a house feel like home, but if left unattended, they can have devastating effects.   According to the U.S. Fire Administration, candles cause an estimated 15,600 fires in homes each year. Over half of...

Fatal Car Crashes Involving Teen Drivers Drop.

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What Does Your Auto Insurance Do for You?

Tim McElhinny, CIC, LUTCF McElhinny Insurance Agency LLC 5624 Brownsville Road Pittsburgh, PA  15236 412-650-5700 tim@mcelhinny.com Pittsburgh Auto Insurance Agent Unexpected extras Does your insurance do this for you?   ERIE’s auto insurance policy provides you and your family with extra features that go beyond the standard auto insurance coverage at no additional cost.   So, when you purchase an ERIE policy with comprehensive and...

DANGEROUS TALK! Cell Phone Useage While Driving

Let’s Talk INSURANCE Presented by Timothy C. McElhinny, CIC, LUTCF, Partner, McElhinny Insurance DANGEROUS TALK The latest study concerning the effects of mobile phone use on drivers shows that talking on the phone is more distracting than even the most talkative passenger. Whether a driver uses a hand-held phone or a hands-free device, talking on a phone can make driving dangerous, causing drivers to follow...