08/21/23

Ten ways to protect your health from wildfire smoke

The threat of wildfire smoke poses a significant risk to public health. Wildfire smoke is a complex mixture of delicate particulate matter, gases, and toxic compounds that can adversely affect the respiratory and cardiovascular systems. Protecting your health from wildfire smoke requires proactive measures to minimize exposure and safeguard your well-being. 1. Stay Informed: Monitoring […]

08/10/23

EPB&B welcomes a new member to our commercial lines team

Elliott, Powell, Baden & Baker welcomes our our new Commercial Lines Account Manager, Dawn Williams to our diverse team of insurance professionals. Dawn brings twenty years of experience in the industry on both the carrier and agency side making her a great asset to our team and our customers. Here is more about Dawn, her […]

07/23/23

Workers’Compensation; A Required Safety Net For Employers And Employees

Workers’ compensation coverage in Oregon is a vital safety net that protects employees and employers alike in the event of work-related injuries or illnesses. It ensures that injured or sick workers receive necessary medical treatment and financial support while also providing employers with liability protection. The Oregon Workers’ Compensation Division administers the state’s workers’ compensation […]

07/12/23

EPB&B Welcomes Our New Commercial Lines Account Manager

We would like to welcome our new Commercial Lines Account Manager, Israel Ferrer. Israel’s years of experience in Property and Casualty Insurance, along with his dedication to helping his clients find the right insurance solutions to fit their needs, makes Israel a perfect fit for the EPB&B team. Here is more about Israel’s education, experience […]

06/05/23

EPB&B Merges With KBI Insurance

After many months of planning, we are pleased to announce the merger of KBI Insurance with Elliott, Powell, Baden, and Baker, effective June 1, 2023.  We are excited to have the President of KBI, Dave Kilhefner join our team as a Producer in Commercial Lines and together we will strive to provide KBI customers with […]

03/26/23

Spring Flooding: Are You Protected? 

Flooding is the most common and expensive natural disaster, but few businesses and homeowners are adequately prepared and insured.  In a recent statement  from the NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration) it estimated that almost 50% of the United States is at risk for spring flooding.  Take steps now to make sure you are protected […]

03/13/23

2023 SCAMs To Add To Your Watch List

Scammers are tricky. Just when one scam is exposed, another one pops up, and now with access to so many of us via digital measures, it is hard to know if what we are receiving is the real deal or a scam in disguise.  According to the Better Business Bureau (BBB), most con artists have […]

02/20/23

Why Business Owners Need General Liability Insurance

Did you know that four out of 10 small business owners are likely to experience a property or general liability claim in the next 10 years? Claims range from unexpected incidents, damage to a customers property, to unforeseen accidents, such as a customer getting injured after slipping and falling. Whether you are a boutique hotel, […]

02/13/23

EarthQuake Insurance Is A Solid Investment

This week marks 323 years since a major earthquake struck the Pacfic Northwest. According to the Oregon Office of Emergency Management, there is a 1 and 10 chance that a major earthquake will strike Oregon again within the next fifty years, but we all know mother nature plays by her own rules. In the case […]

12/12/22

It’s Cold Outside: Protect your Business From Frozen Pipe Damage 

Bitter temperatures can freeze pipes, creating catastrophic property losses and that can be detrimental to your business. This year we have already had our fair share of cold weather, and chances are it will get colder. But there is still time to prepare. With proper winter weather preparation, you can minimize the impact of severe […]