The 10 most common Christmas Day claims
December 26, 2022 | Benefits Pro
From fallen limbs, to ice damage, to frozen pipes, winter comes with its own unique set of risks for homeowners, and throwing the excitement and stress of the holidays on top of that can lead to a whole new set of hazards.
Americans Who Decorate For Holidays Are Hazardous: Survey
December 24, 2022 | KNEWZ
Many Americans who decorate their homes for the holidays are unknowingly filling their homes with fire hazards, according to a new survey conducted by Selective Insurance.
'Stuff the Stocking' contest collects toys from NJ schools
December 22, 2022 | New Jersey Herald
North Jersey children in need will have a more joyous holiday season thanks to the generous efforts of 45 schools in Sussex, Morris and Warren counties.
The 10 most common Christmas Day claims
December 21, 2022 | PC360
From fallen limbs, to ice damage, to frozen pipes, winter comes with its own unique set of risks for homeowners, and throwing the excitement and stress of the holidays on top of that can lead to a whole new set of hazards.
Your Christmas decorations could burn your house down
December 16, 2022 | Z96.3fm
Selective Insurance announced the results of a recent study that showed 97 percent of people who decorate for Christmas have at least one fire hazard.
Your Christmas decorations could burn your house down
December 16, 2022 | B104.7
Selective Insurance announced the results of a recent study that showed 97 percent of people who decorate for Christmas have at least one fire hazard.
Are Your Christmas Decorations a Fire Hazard? Probably
December 16, 2022 | 92.3fm WDEF
A new survey by an insurance company found that 97% of people who decorate inside their homes for the holidays do so with at least one fire hazard.
Are your Christmas decorations a fire hazard? Probably
December 16, 2022 | 93.9fm WTAX
A new survey by an insurance company found that 97% of people who decorate inside their homes for the holidays do so with at least one fire hazard.
Policyholders are decking their halls with Hazards
December 9, 2022 | PC360
More than 95% of people use at least one fire hazard when decorating home interiors for the holidays, Selective Insurance reports.
Build a Bike for the Season of Hope Toy Drive
December 5, 2022 | Build-A-Bike
Selective Insurance expands into Alabama, concentrates operations locally
November 21, 2022 | Birmingham Business Journal
It's the super-regional insurance company's first foray into the state.
Winter Vacations and Unoccupied Homes: Losses Waiting to Happen
November 21, 2022 | Independent Agent
Even long-time homeowners may not know how losses can occur in an unoccupied home.
Are You Prepared for a Food Recall?
November 14, 2022 | Food Manufacturing Magazine
Food recalls surged in the first half of 2022 to levels not seen in years.
Project Self Sufficiency's 2022 Season of Hope Kicks Off with Santa and Songs
November 9, 2022 | TapInto Sparta
Santa arrived in a convertible with the top down last week for the Project Self Sufficiency annual Season of Hope Kickoff Celebration.
4 Tips for Procuring Cyber Insurance for Small Business
October 17, 2022 | Independent Agent
Cyber liability insurance provides critical protection for small businesses that are less able to recover from a cyber attack than their larger peers.
A New Use for the Old D.L.B. Smith Building in Branchville
October 16, 2022 | New Jersey Herald
See how Selective transformed a historic local building in Branchville, NJ, into a unique collaborative space for visiting employees.
How a Culture Shift Affects Your Agency's Recruitment
October 14, 2022 | The Standard
Selective's Carrie Martinelli and Rob Redden explore how a company culture shift can help employers retain top talent.
Protecting Homeowners Against Smart Home Threats
October 10, 2022 | Independent Agent
Smart home devices make your life more convenient but could also expose you to cybercrime unless you take precautions.
Selective Insurance to Remove Personally Identifiable Info from Totaled Vehicles
October 4, 2022 | IBM
Learn how Selective can help prevent personally identifiable information, such as addresses in your GPS, from being stolen after a total vehicle loss.
Selective Insurance will Remove Personally Identifiable Information in Vehicle Following a Total Vehicle Loss
October 3, 2022 | Collision Week
Your vehicle could end up anywhere after a total loss. Removing PII from it can help prevent identity fraud.
Failing to Prepare for Cyber Threats Can Prove Costly
September 1, 2022 | Business West
Cyber threats against small businesses are on the rise. Owners and managers must improve cybersecurity to avoid costly damages.
32 N.J.-based companies rank on Forbes Best-in-State Employers 2022 list
August 25, 2022 | ROI-NJ
Forbes ranks its Best-in-State employers based on employee feedback about workplace safety, compensation, opportunities for advancement, and more. See how Selective ranks in NJ.
Homeowners aren't taking basic security steps before leaving on vacation
August 5, 2022 | PC360
70% of homeowners will take a vacation before the end of the year. Selective's Allen Anderson explains how taking a few basic home security measures can be just as important as packing your suitcase.
Construction Jobsite Safety Essentials
August 5, 2022 | Pro Builder Magazine
Safety at construction sites is a growing concern. Employers can help protect their workers and businesses by investing in job site training and awareness programs.
Practice Makes Perfect and Safe, Too
July/August, 2022 | Construction Executive
Selective's recent Workplace Injury Report found that new employees sustained injuries 18% sooner than employees in 2011—a trend employers should keep in mind.
Great Place to Work Honored 11 Large P&C Carriers in 2021
July 26, 2022 | PC360
Selective is proud to stand alongside 10 other insurers on Great Place to Work®'s 2021 list of large, high-trust P&C companies.
Selective Partners to Offer Home Security Systems
July 20, 2022 | P&C Specialist
Selective's Jim McKeown shares his thoughts on our recent partnership with SimpliSafe, which will provide eligible policyholders with complimentary home security systems.
Who's Using What in P&C
July 16, 2022 | PC360
Insurance technology partners like SimpliSafe® are helping Selective and other carriers develop creative solutions that help support and protect policyholders.
Where does this Insurance CIO see Enormous Potential?
July 15, 2022 | Insurance Business America
Selective's CIO, John Bresney, discusses the future of technology in the insurance industry and how automation, AI, and machine learning can improve customer experience and drive positive change.
Selective Insurance expands to the Vermont market
July 5, 2022 | Vermont Business Magazine
Selective has opened for business in Vermont! Thomas Purnell, Senior Vice President, Regional Manager, Northeast Region, weighs in on the great benefits Selective has to offer businesses of all sizes in Vermont.
New Employees at Risk for Workplace Injuries
June 30, 2022 | SHRM
Scott Smith, VP, director of safety management, sits down with SHRM to talk about safety training during the onboarding process and best practices for employers.
Today is National Insurance Awareness Day
June 28, 2022 | Insurance Journal
In light of Insurance Awareness Day, Brian Sarisky, chief underwriting officer of commercial lines, provides insights for small businesses when it comes to their comprehension of coverage.
New Employees at Risk for Workplace Injuries
June 22, 2022 | Shrm
Scott Smith, VP, Director of Safety Management, sits down with SHRM to talk about safety training during the onboarding process and best practices for employers.
How to Protect Productivity by Prioritizing Safety
June 20, 2022 | Construction Business Owner
Scott Smith, VP, director of safety management, discusses the importance of effective safety training for new hires.
Homeowners Insurance Trends: ISO Changes and Smart Devices
June 13, 2022 | Independent Agent
Shelly Gallagher, VP, personal lines operations, tackles the importance of taking advantage of technological advancements for homeowners.
Why an Increase in DIY Home Projects Creates an Opportunity for Agents
June 6, 2022 | Independent Agent
From the pandemic to inflation, Shelly Gallagher, VP, personal lines operations, touches on how these factors and DIY projects have created new opportunities for agents and their coverage offerings.
Worker's Comp Trends from Selective Insurance
May 14, 2022 | Commercial Construction & Renovation
Research from Selective's ten-year study on trends in worker compensation claims emphasizes the need for comprehensive onboarding and training for both new and tenured employees.
Homeowners and Business Properties Risk Being Underinsured, says APCIA Survey
May 12,2022 | Independent Agent
Brenda Hall, EVP, commercial lines chief operating officer, weighs in on the selective study that found many business owners are in the dark about the scope of their insurance coverage.
Inflation Means Most Business Owners are Now Underinsured
May 2022 | Florida Realtor
A recent study commissioned by Selective Insurance has found that only 43% of businesses have increased insurance limit.
Injuries Occurring Much Earlier in Workers' Job Tenure: Study
May 2022 | Safety and Health Magazine
Selective's recent study finds that employees are reporting work-related injuries much sooner in their tenure than they were 10 years ago.
Workplace Injury Trends Indicate Need to Re-Evaluate Safety Training
April 2022 | PC360
Based on a 10-year research on workplace injury trends, Selective found that as time has passed, workers have been reporting employment-related injuries earlier in their tenures.
Pressure to work while driving keeps workers dialed in
April 2022 | Business Insurance
Not only do workers feel pressured to be available to pick up a work phone call while driving, but Selective also found that 39% of drivers have participated in a work video call while driving.
Study: Why Can't People Put Their Phones Down While Driving
April 2022 | WRAL ( Raleigh)
Selective's study finding that 70% of people have used their phone while driving in the past 90 days has raised questions of the psychology behind distracted driving.
Dangers of distracted driving: Majority of drivers admit to using phone while behind the wheel
April 2022 | Click on Detroit
In 2020, an estimated 3,142 people died as a result of distracted driving. Still, in 2022, Selective found that 70% of drivers have looked at their phone while driving during the last 90 days.
Work Pressures Might Be Propelling Distracted Driving Rates
April 2022 | PC360
Pressure to always be on the job has caused distracted driving amongst many. Brenda Hall, executive vice president, commercial lines chief operating officer at Selective weighs in.
7 in 10 Drivers Use a Mobile Device Behind the Wheel
March 2022 | SmartCitiesDive
Traffic deaths have sky rocketed in recent years, which has direct correlation to Selective's research which indicating 70% of drivers have admitted to using a mobile device while driving in the past three months.
7 Out of 10 Drivers Distracted by Phone Behind the Wheel: Study
March 2022 | NBC-4 Washington
It is time for change in the cell phone industry, after a new study conducted by Selective Insurances and Advocates for Highway Safety has found that 7 out of every 10 drivers have picked up their phone while driving in recent months.
Selective Insurance Releases 10-Year Workplace Injury Trend Report
March 2022 | Workers Comp Wire
Selective Insurance recently released the results of a study of ten years of its workers compensation claims.
Three-Quarters of Licensed Drivers Used a Mobile Device While Driving, New Survey Finds
March 2022 | Streetsblog USA
A survey conducted by Selective found that 70% of drivers have admittedly used their cellphones while driving in the past three months.
Missouri Lawmakers Considering Ban on Phone Use While Driving
March 2022 | St. Louis Post - Dispatch
More people are using their phones while driving then not, and Missouri lawmakers are working to make a change and pass a ban on cellphone use while driving.
Selective Insurance Releases 10-Year Workplace Injury Trend Report
March 2022 | Trade and Industry Development
Selective's 10-year study of workers compensation claims examines timing of reported injuries, injury trends by industry and the injuries reported by first-year employees.
Workers Reporting Injuries Earlier in Tenure, Carrier Study Reveals
March 2022 | Carrier Management
A recent study conducted by Selective has found that workplace-related injuries are occurring much earlier in employment than they were in 2011.
Greenville Chamber partners with Selective Insurance to provide upstate businesses with premier insurance solutions
March 2022 | Upstate Business (SC)
The Greenville Chamber announces its exclusive business partnership with Selective to help local Chamber investors thrive.
3 Ways Agents Can Get the Flood Insurance They Need
March 2022 |Independent Agent
Cassie Masone, Selective's VP of Flood Operations, and others, highlight the vital precautions to consider in order to prepare communities for unexpected flooding.
Scale and Protect Your Heavy Construction Business During the Infrastructure Boom
March 2022 | Construction Executive
James Albi of Selective examines what causes America's infrastructure challenges, and how they can be fixed.
4 Important Product Recall Insurance Terms for Small Business
February 2022 | Independent Agent
Darryl Holmes of Selective explains how small businesses put themselves at a high risk if they don' take into consideration the proper insurance coverage needed to cover any and all potential product recall situations.
Victree Place in Selective Insurance Competition
February 2022 | Indiana State University News
The Indiana State University team placed 2nd in Selective's 3rd College Competition.
What One Carrier is Doing to Lure College Students to Insurance
February 2022 | P&C Specialist
College students weigh in on participating in Selective's Annual College Competition, and the carrier highlights other early career programs that attract recent graduates to the insurance industry.
Fight Talent War with Cross Pollination
February 2022 | Insurance Journal TV - On Point
Selective's CIO, John Bresney, discusses several Selective programs for finding and keeping employees on this insurance industry podcast.
Fight Talent War with Cross Pollination
February 2022 | Insurance Journal TV - On Point
Selective's CIO, John Bresney, discusses several Selective programs for finding and keeping employees on this insurance industry podcast.
Be Prepared – Avoid Winter Construction Safety Hazards
February 2022 | Modern Contractor Solutions
Both inside and out, winter weather poses significant safety challenges for contractors and construction companies, but Builders Risk insurance can protect contractors from incidents impacting projects.
Selective Challenges College Students to Run a Virtual Insurance Agency
February 2022 | Carrier Management
Selective kicks off Insurance Careers Month with its third annual College Competition which connects insurance agencies with students from schools all around the country.
Why Small Businesses Need Product Liability and Product Recall Coverage
February 2022 | Independent Agent
Product recalls can be particularly difficult for small businesses. Many owners underestimate their exposures and do not carry enough product liability coverage.
Selective Challenges College Students to Run a Virtual Insurance Agency
February 2022 | Carrier Management
Selective Insurance is kicking off Insurance Careers Month with its third annual College Competition, which connects employees and independent insurance agencies to teams of students from around the country.
Selective Targets Vermont, Idaho and Alabama for Commercial Lines Growth
February 2022 | Inside P&C
The next phase of Selective's geographic expansion for its commercial lines segment is underway in 2022.
Why the Excess & Surplus Property Market Is Growing but Not Profitable
February 2022 | Independent Agent
One of the biggest factors contributing to the lack of profitability among some insurance carriers is a massive uptick in the costs of labor and construction materials worldwide. Jeff Kamrowski, President & CEO of MUSIC weighs in.
NJ Companies Land on Best Places to Work for LGBTQ Equality List
January 2022 | ROI - NJ
Selective Insurance Group, Branchville, scored high marks on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Corporate Equality Index (CEI).
How Much Flood Insurance Do I Need?
January 2022 | Insure.com
Home insurance doesn’t typically cover flood damage, so you need a separate flood policy to get that protection. Selective's Allen Anderson explains the benefits of this additional coverage.