Rule Breakers, Rule Followers, and Rule Enforcers

Any community association is governed by a set of by-laws or other governing document that outlines a set of rules for the residents of the community. Managers are taught to rely on these documents and refer to them regularly. Owners and residents are responsible for reading and understanding the rules of the community and then…

National EMS Week May 15-21, 2016

It is National EMS Week. At Deeley Insurance Group we are proud to protect and insure a number of great local volunteer fire and emergency service departments. Personally, I am wowed by all the services EMS workers perform. I am wowed because I am “that Mom.” Any EMS worker knows me or a Mom just…

Have you made your emergency kit?

Truth is – I steal the money out of my disaster kit all the time. It is my way of securing a few dollars and then when I really need a treat… I got it. I replenish it once a year on June 1st to make sure that in the case of a hurricane, I…

An Evacuation Plan!

I have lived and worked in Worcester County, Maryland all of my life. In my lifetime, I have evacuated on three occasions. I have been forced to “shelter in place” or stay home more times than I can count. I have learned to find friends who have generators, boats, and construction equipment that can get…

Where to Get Hurricane Information

As any storm approaches, look toward your local weather and municipalities to take the lead and heed their advice! However – if you just want to storm track, check out these great links. National Hurricane Center Central Pacific Hurricane Center National Weather Service U.S. State and Territory Emergency Management Agencies Maps of evacuation zones courtesy…

HOME Act

New Legislation has been proposed in the House of Representatives that would potentially allow a credit to homeowners that live in a qualified homeowners association. Community Association Institute is lobbying strongly for this bill and it is currently in the Ways and Means Committee. A qualified homeowners association must have mandatory membership, principal residences, and…

Cyber Extortion – what can you do?

The screen goes black. Then the popup message shows up. Hackers have your data and your system and you can't get back in without paying a ransom? It happens and with the speed and determination of cyber criminals – hackers – it is going to happen more and more. What can your business do to…

Chesapeake Employers to Alter Rate Structure in 2020

Chesapeake Employers carries workers compensation coverage for many of our insureds and other businesses in Maryland. Due to a court ruling the carrier will have to change the rate structure. Chesapeake Employers will be changing the rating method and complying with a national rating method imposed by the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI). This…

Counterfeit Money? How would you know?

The Ocean City Police Department has warned businesses of counterfeit currency. The $50 and $100 bill have been passed as counterfeit. Businesses are urged at all times to closely examine currency. It appears the counterfeit pens that may businesses have relied on previously are giving some false results. The Federal Reserve Board offers these tips…