Tips for Recognizing and Avoiding RMV Phishing Scams
Today, much of our communication with others occurs online, with email, social media, and text messages accessible through an app on our smart devices. While this method of communicating is certainly convenient, it also makes it possible for fraudsters to launch sophisticated attacks mirroring these interactions in an attempt to gather personal information from even the most tech-savvy people. From deep fake videos of Taylor...
Read More Supporting Local Businesses & Non-Profits in a Time of Crisis
During the COVID-19 pandemic it is important for everyone to do their part to stop the spread and flatten the curve. For many, this means staying at home, practicing good social distancing, and waiting for the worst of the storm to pass. For others, such as nurses, doctors, and other medical/ health care professionals, it means battling coronavirus on the front lines, putting themselves at...
Read More COVID-19-Related Business Losses
Are COVID-19-related business losses covered by commercial insurance coverage? Across the North Shore and Greater Boston region, businesses of all sizes and industries are experiencing considerable operational issues due to the coronavirus, or COVID-19, pandemic. At Gilbert Insurance, we are trying our best to help relieve some of the stress and uncertainty business owners like you are feeling as a result of this strange situation....
Read More Gilbert Insurance Agency, Inc. Announces the Acquisition of Aljane Insurance, Inc. of Medford, MA
Gilbert Insurance Agency, Inc. is pleased to announce the acquisition of Aljane Insurance, Inc. of Medford, Massachusetts. Mark Gilbert, President of Gilbert Insurance, says, “We are honored that Janine Bandino, who has run the Aljane Insurance since 2010, has entrusted us with taking care of the insurance needs of their clientele.” The Aljane Insurance Agency, founded by Ms. Bandino’s father, John Bandino, in 1972, has...
Read More COVID-19 Response – Remote Customer Service
Customer Support Via Phone & Email is Available. As your insurance agent, it is always our job to offer our clients the best protection possible. We are currently taking steps to do just that during the current COVID-19 outbreak, including closing our office until further notice to all walk-in business. The health and wellbeing of our clients and our employees is Gilbert's number one priority,...
Read More Massachusetts Hands-Free Cell Phone Law
Understanding The New Massachusetts Hands-Free Cell Phone Law After years of debating how to curb hand-held cell phone use by drivers, Massachusetts lawmakers and Governor Charlie Baker have finally come to an agreement on legislation that bans the use of all cell phones and other electronic hand-held devices, including headsets, headphones, and navigation devices, while operating a motor vehicle. When this law, signed by Governor...
Read More New Massachusetts Commercial Auto Marking Rules
Understand the Massachusetts State Marking Regulations for Your Commercial Vehicles Before You Get Pulled Over More and more reports keep coming into our office that commercial auto drivers are being pulled over by Massachusetts state police for not registering their commercial vehicle with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). Unfortunately, these drivers do not seem to be aware of the Massachusetts State Marking Regulations that...
Read More Renting In Boston? Three Reasons Why You Absolutely Need Renters Insurance
Living in Boston or in a neighboring city, such as Somerville, Malden, Medford and Everett, certainly has its perks; renowned restaurants, lively bars, boutique shopping, vintage movie theaters and trendy coffee shops are all easily accessible to residents. And while these advantages are likely some of the main reasons you’ve chosen to embrace city living, we also recognize that they can come with a hefty...
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