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Ride Safe: May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

Posted on: May 10, 2019 by titan-goodrich

It can be a glorious feeling to ride with the wind in your face and the sun on your back, but the fun can turn deadly in an instant if riders do not take the proper precautions. Motorcycle riders are overrepresented in traffic accident fatalities. Take the right precautions every time you ride your bike […] Read More

How to Spot a Distracted Driver

Posted on: April 5, 2019 by titan-goodrich

April is distracted driving awareness month in the insurance world, and we wanted to bring a different side of this topic to light on our blog this month. If you know the dangers of distracted driving, you avoid it. However as many of us know, you can’t control the actions of other people on the […] Read More

March 2018 Insurance Update

Posted on: March 22, 2018 by titan-goodrich

You absolutely have insurance issues to consider when renting out your home. As you might have guessed, rental property owners have unique insurance needs. A standard homeowners policy isn’t appropriate for rental property, because: 1) You don’t need to insure the contents of the house, unless you provide furnished accommodations; 2) You need to be […] Read More

Fall House Maintenance Tips

Posted on: October 25, 2016 by titan-goodrich

The presence of pumpkins on every porch and within every restaurant’s menu means one thing: Fall is upon us! It’s time to switch out your seasonal wardrobe, stock up for trick-or-treaters, and take stock of your Virginia Homeowners Insurance policy. That’s right: Fall is prime time to make sure you’re well covered in case a […] Read More

Sitting on the Job

Posted on: September 12, 2016 by titan-goodrich

As a Virginia business owner, there are certain steps you’ve undoubtedly taken to safeguard your business against a myriad of risks. You probably have a Virginia Business Insurance policy. You may have security cameras to deter theft. You probably have policies and procedures in place to reduce worker’s compensation risks, such as slips-and-falls. There’s one risk […] Read More

Wearable Technology as a Risk Management Tool

Posted on: July 29, 2016 by titan-goodrich

They’re definitely trendy, but wearable technologies are also useful for  a myriad tasks. From fitness trackers to VR headsets, it’s no wonder these devices have taken our culture by storm. However, could employers benefit from exploring wearable technology as a risk management tool? As we discuss how wearable technology can benefit your business, ensure your digital assets […] Read More

The Impact of DOL Overtime Rule on Home Healthcare Employers

Posted on: July 13, 2016 by titan-goodrich

In May, the U.S. Department of Labor announced new rules designed to protect employees’ interests in regard to overtime compensation. If you’re in the Virginia Home Healthcare industry, the impact of DOL overtime rule could be significant. The most significant change you should be aware of is an increase in salary a worker needs to […] Read More

Textalyzer Test: Driving Under the Influence of Distraction

Posted on: June 9, 2016 by titan-goodrich

It’s a problem that did not exist decades ago. Today, it’s something that contributes to a growing number of car accidents and, by some estimates, causes nearly 20% of fatal car accidents. Texting while driving is quickly becoming as problematic as drinking and driving. Could a  Textalyzer Test help police officers prove that drivers are […] Read More

Goodrich & Watson Insurers Acquires the Dwyer Insurance Agency of Newport News

Posted on: January 13, 2016 by titan-goodrich

From Doug Dwyer to his customers: “Let us start by saying Thank You! Thank you for being a party to the success of Dwyer Insurance Agency over the last 21 years. Thank you for being our business partners and friends. It has truly been a pleasure serving you. Dolores and I will be retiring as of December […] Read More

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