Don’t Let a Celebration Turn into an Emergency Every year, the 4th of July lights up the sky with dazzling fireworks—but it also sends thousands of people to emergency rooms due to burns, fires, and accidents. While fireworks are a staple of Independence Day celebrations, mishandling them can lead to dangerous and even life-altering consequences. […]
Think flood insurance is only for those living near rivers or coastlines? Think again. Every year, countless homeowners are blindsided by water damage caused by unexpected floods—in places they thought were safe. One heavy storm or blocked drainage system can turn a dry street into a waterlogged disaster zone. And without flood insurance? The cleanup […]
When families think about life insurance, the focus often falls on the primary breadwinner. After all, their income supports the household financially. But there’s another crucial member of the family whose contributions, though unpaid, are just as vital—stay-at-home parents. The Invisible Workforce at Home Stay-at-home parents may not earn a paycheck, but their daily work […]
When disaster strikes, are you ready to file an insurance claim? Below is a simple step-by-step guide to help you through the process — from the moment something goes wrong to the final settlement. 1. Assess the Situation and Stay Safe Before anything else, make sure you and others are safe. In emergencies like auto […]
Caden Gliva is serving as a Marketing Intern at Briggs Agency for the summer of 2025. He joined the agency in 2025 and has quickly come to appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and the opportunity to work alongside such a supportive and professional team. He is currently pursuing his degree in Marketing at Valparaiso University, with […]
Leah Robertson has recently joined Briggs Agency in 2026 as our Marketing Coordinator. She is currently receiving her bachelor’s degree at Valparaiso University in Marketing and is licensed in Property & Causality. Growing up in Crown Point, she loves to spend time with her friends and family and finds quality time crucial. Furthermore, […]
Matt Davis joined Briggs Agency in 2025 as an Insurance Producer and is licensed in Property & Casualty and Life & Health Insurance. He has 15+ years experience in the construction industry managing residential and commercial projects. Matt combines his industry knowledge and prior business ownership experience to help clients find tailored insurance solutions and build […]
Andrew T. Briggs has been with Briggs Agency since 2016 and currently serves as the President. He enjoys building strong relationships with business owners and the community and helping clients manage risk. Andrew holds a B.S. in Fire Protection Administration from Eastern Kentucky University and is licensed in Property & Casualty and Life & […]
Your Insurance Company Is Coming; Are You Ready? You’ve finally obtained a house insurance policy, but your insurer wants to perform a home inspection before everything is finished. Don’t worry if that sounds scary. This is a routine procedure meant to safeguard you and your insurance company by guaranteeing that the house is fairly evaluated […]
The Bills Start After the Storm: How Natural Disasters Are Changing the Cost of Insurance Imagine watching the television while a tornado razes neighborhoods or a storm roar toward the coast. While safety is the primary issue, a less obvious effect that follows is an increase in insurance premiums. Natural catastrophes not only cause physical […]