As Memorial Day weekend approaches, all of us at Scurich Insurance Services would like to take a moment to thank our clients, friends, families, and community throughout Watsonville and the surrounding Central Coast areas for your continued trust and support.
Memorial Day is more than the unofficial start of summer — it is a time to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten.
We hope this long weekend provides an opportunity for you to relax, spend time with loved ones, enjoy the outdoors, and reflect on the importance of community, service, and gratitude.
Travel and Safety Reminder for the Holiday Weekend
Whether you are heading out on the road, enjoying a backyard barbecue, taking the boat out, or simply spending time with family and friends, Memorial Day weekend is one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. Please remember to:
- Drive safely and avoid distractions
- Never drink and drive
- Review your boat, RV, motorcycle, or recreational vehicle insurance before traveling
- Stay hydrated and prepared for outdoor activities
- Keep an emergency kit in your vehicle
- Practice pool and water safety with children nearby
A little preparation can help make the weekend safer and more enjoyable for everyone.
Protecting What Matters Most
At Scurich Insurance Services, we are proud to help individuals, families, farms, and businesses throughout California protect what matters most. From commercial insurance and workers compensation coverage to home, auto, life, health, umbrella, and farm insurance solutions, our team is here to help guide you through your insurance and risk management decisions.
Because we represent multiple insurance carriers, we can help clients explore coverage options that fit their unique needs and budgets.
Thank You from Our Team
We sincerely appreciate the opportunity to serve our community and look forward to continuing to help protect your family, business, and future.
From everyone at Scurich Insurance Services, we wish you a safe, relaxing, and meaningful Memorial Day weekend.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of insurance does Scurich Insurance Services offer?
Scurich Insurance Services provides a wide range of insurance solutions including commercial insurance, workers compensation, professional liability, farm insurance, group benefits, home insurance, auto insurance, life insurance, health insurance, and umbrella coverage.
Does Scurich Insurance Services work with multiple insurance carriers?
Yes. Scurich Insurance Services represents numerous insurance carriers, helping clients compare options and find coverage tailored to their needs.
Why is Memorial Day important?
Memorial Day honors and remembers members of the United States military who lost their lives while serving the country.
What are some important Memorial Day weekend safety tips?
Key safety reminders include driving responsibly, avoiding impaired driving, practicing water safety, reviewing insurance coverage for recreational vehicles, and preparing for increased holiday travel traffic.
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I had lunch at The Farm (The Farm Bakery Cafe & Gifts ) on Wed with Dave Whiting and Dave Dias.
Had a fantastic meal with great conversation. It’s been several years since I’ve been there. They are well known for their fruit tarts which were excellent as usual. They also do a lot more now, breakfast, lunch and a whole host of yummy bakery products.
Here is link to their extensive menu- https://www.thefarmbakerycafe.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Fall21-Menu-Final1.pdf
If you are in the area, go check out The Farm, I highly recommend it!
Your Insurance Agent,
Tony Scurich
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Dear Clients and Friends,
Due to the COVID-19 and Santa Cruz County Shelter in Place requirements our team will be working remotely.
Email is the preferred communication mode though we will be periodically checking our voice mails.
Please email us at [email protected]
We appreciate your patience and understanding during these difficult times.
Be safe,
Scurich Insurance Services Team.
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Your commercial insurance policies protect your business, making your insurance agent an essential resource for your company. While you may not have your agent on speed dial, you will want to contact him or her in several circumstances.
Verify Coverage Details
You can purchase a variety of different policies for your business, and need to understand your exact coverage. Contact your insurance agent to verify which types of coverage you have and your policy limits.
Update Your Policy
When you add a vehicle to your commercial fleet, sell a piece of equipment, move to a new location, or make other changes to your business operations, call your insurance agent. These updates could affect your insurance needs, policy and premium.
File A Claim
If you need to file an insurance claim, contact your agent immediately. You may call the agent’s office, send an email or text, or fill out an online claim form on the company’s website. Remember to submit pictures, too, as you get your claim process started.
Ask Questions About a Claim
After you file an insurance claim, you may have questions about the adjuster’s findings or the settlement timeline. Feel free to contact your agent and ask any questions you may have.
Discuss Your Bill
Whether you pay your insurance bill annually, semi-annually or quarterly, you may inspect your bill and realize that you have questions about one of the charges or fees. Most insurance agents remain transparent about billing, and they can explain anything you don’t understand about your insurance charges, fees or payment date.
Pay Your Bill
If you experience any issues when you pay your insurance bill, call your agent. You may also ask for a change in the policy due date or a change in payment frequency.
Initiate an Annual Review
You should receive a notice a few weeks before your commercial insurance policy’s renewal date. Ask your agent for a meeting to renew your coverage. During this meeting, discuss details about your business and the types of insurance you need, including coverage limits and cost, as you verify that you have the right insurance for your needs.
Request a New Quote
Based on your insurance policies you purchase and your loyalty to your commercial insurance company, you may qualify for discounts or a more competitive rate. Your agent can rework your coverage limits, check for discounts and give you a new quote that meets your budget.
Throughout the year, you may wish to contact your commercial insurance agent for several reasons. Always feel free to reach out and discuss your needs as you purchase the right coverage for your business.
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As you go about your daily business, insurance fraud is probably one of the furthest things from your mind. However these all-too-common scams, everything from homeowners who report a non-existent burglary to collect on their policies to drivers who stage auto accidents and file injury claims – are criminal acts that you have a legal obligation to report.
If you’re aware of, or suspect, a fraudulent act that involves insurance follow these steps:
- Inform the insurance fraud bureau in your state either through its telephone “hot line” or online.
- Contact the fraud department of the insurance company involved. Most companies have hotlines for this purpose. If a fraud hotline isn’t available, or if you’re uncomfortable using it, write the fraud department instead.
- If the alleged fraud involves a medical issue – such as a claim for a non-existent condition – contact your state medical board or chiropractic board immediately in order to protect the complainant, as well as other possible victims.
- If appropriate, notify other authorities, such as the police (if someone’s life might be in danger) or your local Social Security office (in case of suspected Social Security fraud).
- Remember that, as a witness, you must report all the details involved: full names, dates, organization, company name, the amount of money involved, etc. Provide any documentation or other information you think might help with the investigation.
- Be patient. Investigating complaints takes time; it might be months before the investigators have gathered enough evidence to bring the perpetrators into court.
A word to the wise. insurance scams costs billions of dollars a year, driving up premiums for everyone – including you.
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How can you oversee your employees’ use of company e-mails without violating their privacy?
According to a recent nationwide survey, more than 40% of businesses monitor their workers’ e-mails. If you’re one of these companies, a disgruntled employee might well sue you for invasion of privacy (the number of privacy lawsuits has skyrocketed by 3,000% during the past decade).
The best way to protect yourself against this risk is to create a written policy warning employees that you might be monitoring their use of e-mail. Bear in mind that because your business owns the e-mail system – software, network access, and computers – you have the legal right to oversee workers for misusing it to violate company policy or break the law.
The first step in implementing this policy is to have all employees sign a disclaimer that acknowledges the company’s right to monitor their e-mail. You can do this when an employee is hired, at contract renewal, or at a company meeting – and don’t forget to circulate any updates to the policy throughout the company. Apply e-mail monitoring as uniformly as possible, because singling out an individual without a clear reason to do so could leave you vulnerable to a discrimination lawsuit. Finally, be sure to have your attorney review the policy.
A comprehensive e-mail policy can:
1) provide an effective defense against invasion of privacy litigation
2) educate your employees on the proper use of e-mail – which should go far to reduce potential problems from misusing the system.
If you’d like to learn more about how to balance protecting the integrity of your company’s e-mail system with your employees’ right to privacy, please get in touch with us. As always, we’re here to help.
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