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Church Safety and Security | Use of Church Vehicles

Religious organizations utilize vehicles for a variety of reasons, whether it’s for transporting youth groups, providing rides to community members in need or...

03 October, 2022

Are You Prepared For A Hurricane?

Hurricanes are capable of producing winds in excess of 155 mph and causing catastrophic damage to coastlines and several hundred miles inland. Additionally,...

27 September, 2022

Life Events That Affect Your Insurance

As we age and reach different milestones in our lives, our insurance needs to change too. In order to ensure adequate coverage, contact your...

15 September, 2022

Know Your Insurance | Understanding a Personal Article Floater

It’s a common misconception that homeowners or renters insurance policies cover all personal property. Even if they do cover personal items, there is...

14 September, 2022

Why Are Auto Insurance Prices Rising?

Inflation will cause the price of all insurance policies to rise slowly, but you may have noticed that your auto insurance prices are...

14 September, 2022

Protecting Expensive Musical Instruments in Religious Organizations

Churches and other religious organizations can protect expensive instruments by insuring their musical instruments! Music plays an integral role in religious organizations. It's purpose...

14 September, 2022

Cyber Claims: Phishing Scam Prevention and Identification

Strong Phishing Scam Prevention Phishing is a type of cyber-fraud that utilizes deceptive emails or other electronic communication to manipulate recipients into sharing sensitive...

29 July, 2022

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Byars|Wright Announces Merger With Pritchett-Moore Insurance

Birmingham-based Byars|Wright, Inc. and Tuscaloosa-based Pritchett-Moore Insurance announce merger Byars|Wright Insurance and Pritchett-Moore Insurance announced today they have entered into a merger agreement. As...

06 July, 2022

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Byars|Wright Reveals New Agency Ownership

Byars|Wright announces four new shareholders: Paul Burnett, Evan Chambers, Gabe Clement, Haig Wright III Byars|Wright Insurance is proud to reveal the names of four...

09 May, 2022

Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Distracted Driving is dangerous and can be costly for businesses. Did you know that April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month? The National Safety Council...

19 April, 2022

Medical Malpractice and Liability Risks Post-ACA

The recent changes to the U.S. health care system have caused shifts in liability trends and the general litigation environment in the medical...

27 January, 2022

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Cybersecurity Considerations for Hybrid Work

How employees across the country work and live shifted greatly in recent years. While employers have adapted to this, it's important they also...

08 November, 2021

Minimizing Curbside Pickup Risks

Curbside pickup has quickly emerged as a popular and convenient food service option for restaurant owners and customers alike. These operations allow restaurant...

08 November, 2021

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Byars|Wright Expands with New Department and Sixth Office!

Byars|Wright Insurance, a locally-owned independent insurance agency celebrating its 75-year-anniversary in 2021, recently announced the launch of their new Employee Benefits Department following...

08 June, 2021

Call it in the air! Will you need long-term care?

There's a 50% chance that you will need long-term care one day. So...

05 April, 2021

Planning Ahead With Long-term Care Insurance

Did you know you can plan for your future with long-term care insurance? When it comes to health, unfortunately, we don't have a...

05 April, 2021

Customer Testimonial | Insurance for Municipalities

"I'm with a company that handles my insurance and believes in Relationships" - Mayor Stan Hogeland, City of Gardendale. We live here, work here,...

19 February, 2021

Prepare Your Vehicle for Winter

Winter weather can create various driving challenges. Cold temperatures make it difficult for engines to work properly, while snow limits tire traction and...

15 February, 2021

Be Prepared | Winter Storms

Preparing for winter storms is crucial to survival and safety. Become familiar with winter storm warning signals so you can take appropriate action...

15 February, 2021

Protect Your Home From Freezing Temps & Ice Storms

As a homeowner, you take pride in maintaining your investment and protecting it from outside risks. Among these risks, winter weather presents some...

15 February, 2021