In business since 1919, The Hoffman Group is one of the largest independent insurance agencies in Northeast Ohio.
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- Location:
- Northeast OH
- Phone:
- 800-826-4006
- Mon - Fri:
- 8:15 am - 4:30 pm
The Hoffman Group A new study released by the Pew Research Center found that texting and talking on a cell phone while driving has become a way of life for many teenagers. Approximately 26 percent of teens say they have texted while driving and 48 percent of those ages 12 to 17 say they have been in a car when the driver was texting.
The Hoffman Group OH Department of Insurance Director Mary Jo Hudson is reminding Ohioans that p roperty damage caused by snow, freezing rain, and cold temperatures can be avoided if they take a few easy steps to protect their homes and vehicles before severe winter weather affects the region. Routine maintenance can also help consumer...s avoid claims on their homeowner and/or auto policies, helping to keep premiums down & save money.
The Hoffman Group The arrival of fall signifies the start of the deer mating season, which means an increase in the chances for deer/vehicle collisions. Ohio Dept of Ins Director Mary Jo Hudson is reminding drivers to be on the lookout for more deer on roadways and to check with their insurance agent to make sure they are adequately co...vered in the event that they strike a deer while driving.
The Hoffman Group Oct is Natl Long-term Care (LTC) Planning Month and the ODI advises taking a careful approach when deciding how to pay for LTC. “Before anyone purchases LTC ins, it’s extremely important to consult your family, attorney, tax advisor and review many factors, including your future ability to pay premiums and your family’...s commitment to tend to your health care needs in the future,” said Mary Jo Hudson, Dir of the ODI.
The Hoffman Group The county that includes Akron has become the latest area in Ohio to ban text messaging while driving. The measure approved by the Summit County Council carries $150 fines for violators caught reading or sending text messages from behind the wheel of a moving vehicle.
The Hoffman Group Ohio law requires that children under four years old and under 40 pounds must ride in a car seat or booster that is appropriate for the child's age and weight. Beginning Oct 7, 2009, Ohio also requires that children ages four through seven who are less than 4'9" tall must ride in a federally approved booster seat. Chil...dren through age 15 must wear a seat belt or be secured in an appropriate child restraint system.
The Hoffman Group Teenagers with their own cars or free use of one are much more likely to get in crashes than those who share a car. And crashes are much less common among teens whose parents set clear driving safety rules. The findings are in two studies by researchers at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and funded by State Farm In...surance Co. They are in the October issue of Pediatrics.
The Hoffman Group We are a sponsor for the MSTAR FUNRUN 5K/10K 2009 being held at Fox Meadow Country Club in Medina on October 4, 2009. Visit www.mstarfoundation.com for more info.
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The Hoffman Group A new survey conducted by Liberty Mutual found that parents are not always setting a good example for their teen drivers. In fact, 69 percent of parents of teen drivers said they practice at least two dangerous or distracting behaviors while driving and 49 percent admit to practicing at least three behaviors.
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The Ohio Department of Insurance and Nationwide Insurance have issued a warning regarding an international mail fraud scheme that uses the Nationwide name.
The Hoffman Group The Ohio Department of Insurance, the Ohio Emergency Management Agency and the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes, Inc. - FLASH® today announced a partnership to offer disaster safety and prevention information to Ohioans. The partnership was formalized at a signing ceremony this afternoon at the Ohio Emergency Managemen...t Agency on the one year anniversary of the Hurricane Ike windstorm.
The Hoffman Group While Labor Day often signals the unofficial end of summer, the Ohio Department of Transportation’s (ODOT’s) historic construction season will continue well into the fall. So ODOT reminds drivers to be watchful and knowledgeable as they venture out this holiday weekend. Last Labor Day holiday weekend saw a total of 1,9...33 collisions, from Friday evening through the end of Labor Day.
The Hoffman Group On 9/14/08, the effects of Hurricane Ike were felt across OH. As the one year anniversary of this event approaches, OH Dept of Ins Director Mary Jo Hudson is reminding all OH homeowners who believe their homes or property may have suffered damage from last September’s wind storm that their insurance policies may requi...re claims to be filed within one year after the date of loss or damage occurring.
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The insurance industry is a key player in Ohio's economy, according to the Ohio Insurance Institute (OII). With 261 insurance companies located there, Ohio is a top state for industry employment with close to a $6 billion payroll, according to a new report released by the OII.
