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Washington Mutual Insurance Association affiliates with Wayne Mutual Insurance WOOSTER, Ohio (September 14, 2009) – Washington Mutual Insurance Association in Lakeville, Ohio has signed an affiliation agreement with Wayne Mutual Insurance Company. The agreement, which has been approved by the Ohio Department of Insurance, authorizes the existing Wayne Mutual board of directors and company officers to lead both companies. “Washington Mutual has a proud heritage of meeting the insurance needs of its policyholders,” said Tod J. Carmony, who serves as chairman, chief executive and president of both companies. “We have the highest regard for the talented and dedicated staff at Washington Mutual and are confident that, working together, we can provide our policyholders with a broad range of insurance products and services to meet their individual needs.” Washington Mutual provides insurance protection for homes, farms, personal property, livestock, machinery and other valuable items. The company provides protection against financial loss by fire, windstorms, or lightning and offers extended-coverage policies for additional perils as well. Washington Mutual Township & Fire Insurance Association was founded in 1878 to benefit area farmers. The company hired its first agent in 1890. Agents and directors worked from their homes until 1925, when the first office was constructed near Lakeville. Since its inception, Washington Mutual has continued to grow with very little change in philosophy. Washington Mutual remains a mutual company, owned by its policyholders. "This affiliation is an ideal move for our company, our policyholders, and our agents," said Blaine E. Budd, general manager of Washington Mutual. "Being part of another successful insurance organization will enable us to combine our strengths and provide a broader and deeper range of insurance solutions." With the affiliation now approved, the two companies will begin working closely together, but will continue to operate as separate entities. “Wayne Mutual will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2010,” said Tod Carmony. “This affiliation will better position our company to provide the strength, security and superior service our policyholders have come to expect.” Leaving car running and unattended could cost you Common sense tells us that leaving a car idling and unattended could lead to its quick disappearance. But in cold weather, many Ohioans would rather run the risk than sit in a cold car while warming it up. The Ohio Insurance Institute (OII) reminds drivers that it’s also in violation of Ohio law to leave a car running while unattended and you could run the risk of a possible citation. Ohio Revised Code (ORC) 4511.661 states: (A) No person driving or in charge of a motor vehicle shall permit it to stand unattended without first stopping the engine, locking the ignition, removing the key from the ignition, effectively setting the parking brake, and, when the motor vehicle is standing upon any grade, turning the front wheels to the curb or side of the highway. Most municipalities establish an ordinance and fine for a minor misdemeanor of this nature. The maximum allowable fine is $150. Since Ohio law does not specifically exclude private property from this statute, it’s possible that you could be cited for leaving the motor running in your driveway while not remaining with the vehicle. The Institute suggests that such a law is likely in place to deter auto theft. Stolen vehicles are covered under the comprehensive (other than collision) portion of an auto insurance policy. This is an optional coverage that protects insured vehicles in situations other than a collision or overturn. Deductibles apply. Provided courtesy of the Ohio Insurance Institute Wayne Mutual introduces electronic funds transfer (EFT) Wayne Mutual Insurance now offers a simplified way to pay your insurance bill: Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT). With EFT, Wayne Mutual will draw payments directly from your checking, savings or credit union account every month. Your insurance bill is automatically paid on time, conveniently and with no hassle. Save Time! No more writing checks and
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