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Backcountry fire risk decreases in San Diego County

It may now be possible for property owners in San Diego County’s backcountry to buy fire insurance for the first time.  The change comes after an insurance organization that weighs wildfire risk determined that the backcountry is safer after years of investment, according to the Los Angeles Times. The ruling may also make it possible

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New Rules Emerge for Construction in Flood Prone Areas

Regulations for companies and homeowners using federal funds for projects in flood-prone areas will push construction projects to higher ground. The new regulations recently released by the Federal Emergency Management Agency require building on higher ground, up to two feet higher than the 100-year floodplain, according to the Wall Street

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Judge Says State Farm Should Issue Premium Refunds

California customers were charged excessive premiums for rental and home insurance policies by State Farm a judge ruled, recommending millions in refunds. Consumer advocacy groups challenged State Farm’s proposed 7 percent rate increase, which the insurance giant said was needed to cover new risks from wildfires. Administrative Law Judge John

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Experts Call on Auto Industry to Take Car Hacking Seriously

The hackers who stopped a Jeep remotely are back proving more of today’s vehicles have security vulnerabilities. This time, cybersecurity researchers Charlie Miller and Chris Valasek hijacked the steering and brake systems by plugging into the car’s electronic system. What the researchers have done is difficult, but they believe car

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Are you covered for the sharing economy? Likely no

Uber and Airbnb have emerged as the leaders of the sharing economy.  More people than ever are branching away from traditional hospitality services such as hotels or taxis. Instead, consumers are opting for cheaper home or ride sharing services.  But peer-to-peer sharing companies are not sharing the risk. Instead, they

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Cyber Security Coverage Becoming Important For Homeowners

From the new fridge that shows you photos of your food to the thermostat that learns how to heat and cool your house the internet of things has reached Main street.   The internet of things describes physical devices such as appliances, watches, and cars, that have embedded electronics to

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Dead Trees Increase the Local Wildfire Threat

Dead Trees Increase the Local Wildfire Threat

Millions of dead trees increase wildfire risk to property Drought, extreme heat and tens of millions of dead trees could create a destructive wildfire season in California. There are at least 66 million dead trees in six counties across California, according to the U.S. National Forest Service, caused by years

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Nike, Louis Vuitton Among the Favorites for Counterfeiters

You may want to think twice before you buy that designer handbag online. New global data on the seizure of fake goods show Rolex, Nike, Ray Ban and Louis Vuitton were the brands with the most knockoffs.  In fact, counterfeit goods have turned into a global industry worth as much as $461

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