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Did you get started on your Home Inventory checklist?? If not, here a few tips to get you started: Photograph and video each room of your home, make sure to open drawers and cabinets. Record… Read More
Check out our article in 422 Business Advisor's February issue! http://www.422business.com/sites/default/files/Rt422BA_Feb2019_GreaterReading.pdf Read More
What to do when stuck at home on a snowy day? Complete your home inventory file and check list. The information you place in your home inventory file can make insurance claim settlements faster and… Read More
Thank you to our host, Omega Systems, our sponsor, Penn National Insurance and to all attendees!! For information on future OSHA training opportunities, please contact Dan McDevitt. 2 Read More
Attention Dentists!! There is a new Medicare Bond requirement for Dental Sleep Medicine professionals. If you are enrolled as a Medicare DMEPOS please contact a member of our Commercial Lines team for assistance. Read More
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Our upcoming OSHA 10 training is full to capacity!! If you are interested in our next trainnig session, please contact Dan McDevitt 484-949-4739 Read More
West Reading Tavern, Chef Alan's, Gettin' Crabby at the Crab Barn, and 3rd and Spruce are just a few of our local recommendations for your Valentine dinner!! Check them out!! Read More
Roses are red Violets are blue I bought Life Insurance Because I love you Did you know that in the US the average person spends nearly $135 a year on Valentine's Day gifts? Consider spending… Read More
Shopping for a Valentine Bouquet? Be sure to Visit Steins Flowers, Inc. Amy & her team always ensure that our office planters are seasonally decorated and welcoming to our clients. Stein's Flowers, located in Shillington,… Read More
Our February Enews is headed to an inbox near you! Be sure to read for tips on where to take your Valentine out to each, buy their flowers & more! Also included are tips for… Read More
Why Choose Gallen Insurance? We strive to help you protect what matters most: Your Family. Your Business. Your Home. Your Health. Gallen Insurance has been providing complete business, personal, and benefit services since 1957 when… Read More
Do you have questions on Medicare or Medicare Supplements? Are you receiving a tremendous amount of information in the mail? You should take advantage of our experience to make an informed decision on the following:… Read More
Congratulations!! Amy Pertschi, Vice President of Commercial Lines here at Gallen Insurance recently headed off to the beautiful destination of Jamaica to get married! Congratulations to Amy & her husband, Chris. Amy and Chris are… Read More
As we enter into the New Year, everyone has been talking about their New Year's resolutions. Whether we want to lose weight, start a new hobby, pay off credit card debt, or quit smoking, we… Read More
Start this new year off right by taking some time to clear out the old clutter and make room for the new goals! We've created a checklist to help you get started. From paper and… Read More
The 2019 OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety Course presented by Dan McDevitt of Gallen Insurance is fast approaching! The course will be held on Thursday February 21 and Friday, February 22 2019 at the office… Read More
Have you ever thought about insuring holiday gifts? Although the holiday season has passed, the time you enjoyed with family & friends likely included gift giving. It's important not to forget to insure those gifts… Read More
2019 will be grand! May the coming year bring only the best memories! Our office will be closed on New Years Day. Read More
Friendly reminder that we are closed today and tomorrow. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas!! We look forward to offering you service on Wednesday. Read More
Our employees wanted to work together on a way to give back this holiday season. After contacting local organizations, we found a great need with the The Salvation Army of Reading, PA for their Angel… Read More
Did you know that nearly half of all holiday decoration fires happen because items are placed too close to a heat source? A few simple safety tips- keep items away from heat sources, inspect lights… Read More
Our 2019 OSHA 10 training dates are now available. Contact Dan McDevitt for more information!! Read More
At Gallen Insurance it is often likely that there will be a puppy, a dog or 2 walking around during the work day. What better way for us to share our love of pets with… Read More
If you are still trying to hunt down the perfect tree to capture the heart of your home this season look no further than Geissler Tree Farms, Inc! Located in Leesport, Geissler has both pre-cut… Read More
Our office will be closing at 12:30 for our employee luncheon. Read More
Have you decided on a health insurance plan for the next year? If you do not update your Marketplace application and enroll in a plan before December 15, you will be automatically re-enrolled in a… Read More
We are pleased to welcome Amber as a member of our Personal Lines Team here at Gallen Insurance. We'd like to take this opportunity for you to get to know her. Read about Amber in… Read More
Our annual Employee Holiday Party is approaching. To help get everyone in the holiday spirit, we decided to host an office/cubicle decorating contest!! The winners, from Grinch to Grand Prize, will be announced and awarded… Read More
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Dental coverage in the Marketplace In the Health Insurance Marketplace, you can get dental coverage 2 ways: as part of a health plan, or by itself through a separate, stand-alone dental plan. IMPORTANT: You can’t… Read More
Business Spotlight: Unique Pretzels Unique Pretzels is a family owned business operating now for over six generations!! Next month, Unique will be sharing yet another original with customers as they have created the first Craft… Read More
Here are some safety tips to help you avoid a deer collision: Be especially alert this time of year (and in Spring) Slow down, especially at dusk & dawn Always drive sober & alert If… Read More
Tomorrow is the last day to order your wreaths and greens from the Waterfall Gardens sale!! Contact them today and pick up your items by paying via cash or check this weekend. Read More
We wanted to take a moment to let you know how thankful we are to have customers like you. We wish you and your family nothing but the best this Thanksgiving and throughout the holiday… Read More
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Dental coverage in the Marketplace In the Health Insurance Marketplace, you can get dental coverage 2 ways: as part of a health plan, or by itself through a separate, stand-alone dental plan. IMPORTANT: You can’t… Read More
Gallen Insurance is proud to be a drop off site for items to support Mary's Shelter during the WEEU 830AM, THE VOICE OF BERKS COUNTY AND BEYOND! Radio Thon!! Please bring items from 9am-5pm to… Read More
A premium tax credit can drastically lower the cost of health insurance premiums. Depending on household income, you may be eligible for a premium tax credit. These can drastically lower the cost of health insurance premiums. To… Read More
Get a Head Start on 2019's Individual Health Insurance Open Enrollment Like last year’s Open Enrollment Period, the 2019 Open Enrollment Period to sign up for individual health insurance will last less than two months—45… Read More
It’s that time of year again and the cold weather will be here soon enough.... The TSFRS annual Coats For Kids collection is underway! Help keep a child warm and donate today! Township of Spring… Read More
The Safe Berks Halloween Costume Drive is underway! The children and teens of Safe Berks need new or gently used Halloween costumes and accessories! Donations can be brought to Safe Berks, 255 Chestnut St., Reading,… Read More
We need your help to share this campaign and help Dave reach his $1,000 goal in support of Bethany Children's Home Over the Edge campaign. We need to hit this goal to see Dave rappel… Read More
An Ostrich's eye is bigger than its brain Read More
Gallen Insurance will be closed, today, September 3rd, in observance of Labor Day Read More
Just a final thank you to everyone who submitted their Chip Clip photos to us! We loved sharing the various uses all month long. If you don't have a clip, stop in and see us… Read More
Our client Ken's Towing & Auto Repair hosted a car show over the weekend. Here is a photo for all of our auto enthusiasts 🙂 Read More
Gallen Insurancechip clip gets the job done! (Artwork courtesy of Isabel, Lura Beth Bare) Read More
"Very likely to recommend Gallen" - Gino S. Read More
Wow folks! Dave is ALMOST at his goal!! Can you share this post and spread the word to help support the Over the Edge campaign for Bethany Children's Home? When Dave reached his $1,000 goal… Read More
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Stay up to date with your favorite charity by hanging their postcard on your fridge with a Gallen Insurance chip clip! Mona Pants 🙂 Read More
Ugh! That annoying string hanging from your blinds? Gallen Insurance chip clip to the rescue!! Read More
“People who text while driving are six times more likely to be involved in a car crash while those who talk on a mobile device while driving increase their crash risk more than two times.”… Read More
Fill your heart by Clearing the Shelter! The ARL is excited to be a part of this national adoption event this Saturday from 12-5 when ALL animals will be FREE to adopt with sponsored adoptions!… Read More
In the excitement and anticipation of sending your child off to college, please don't forget to take some time to review your insurance. Remember, in most cases a student living off campus may need a… Read More
Gallen Insurance is Hiring - Insurance Customer Service - Berks County, Greater Reading, Pennsylvania Read More
Co-worker getting on your nerves? Give them a pinch with a Gallen Insurance chip clip! Read More
Did you forget your hair tie? No worries, use a Gallen Insurance chip clip!! Read More
Wahoo!! Dave is over half way!! Please share this post to help him reach his goal for Bethany Children's Home!! Read More
Stay tuned as we will be posting the Chip Clip photos all month long 🙂 Read More
FYI how to build a trap to reduce the Spotted Lanternfly populations in your very own backyard. http://www.readingeagle.com/berks-country/article/get-growing-build-a-spotted-lanternfly-trap-in-your-berks-backyard Read More
Customer Review from Cindy L. - "Very likely to recommend Gallen and refer my friends & family" Read More
Dave has raised over $350 out of the $1,000 he needs to Rappel down the Abraham Lincoln tower in Reading on September 21st!! Please consider donating & sharing to help spread the word & support… Read More
Help us support Dave's fundraising campaign for Bethany Children's Home https://www.givegab.com/p2p/over-the-edge-for-bethany-children-s-home-2018-8a834eef-d262-4aaa-bfcb-b88ccdcecb3f/dave-gallen Read More
LAST CHANCE to have your CLIP photo featured in our upcoming Enews...send your pics to lbare@galleninsurance.com by Friday!! Read More
"The SafeBerks Walk For No More raised over $35,000 to help provide Safe Haven and ongoing support for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault." Save the date for next year's walk, June 15, 2019!!! Read More
We've Been Out Supporting Some Great Causes! Gallen Insurance recently was proud to sponsor: SafeBerks Walk For No More- the walk supports Safe Berks and brings awareness to help end domestic violence. Easy Does It… Read More
One of our clients, Arnold's Office Furniture having some fun in the sun!! Read More
There is plenty of time left for your summer getaway. Make sure your home is safe before you leave. Statistically, theives target homes that appear temporarily unoccupied while homeowners vacation. Follow our steps to help… Read More
Insurance coverage for pools can vary depending on your insurance carrier & specifics about your pool. To verify your coverage based on your individual pool, call us at 610-777-4123, email or contact us online today! Read More
Before you head out to work for Uber or Lyft, be sure you understand when their company insurance has you covered, when your personal insurance kicks in and the 'in between.' Did you know that… Read More
FORTUNE® ranks Cincinnati Financial Corporation, operating through The Cincinnati Insurance Companies, among the largest U.S. companies, according to the 2018 FORTUNE 500® list. http://www.parsintl.com/web/Fortune500CreditNotice2018.html Gallen Insurance would like to extend our congratulations to the Cincinnati… Read More
There is no doubt that ride sharing & car sharing services have changed not only the way folks can find a ride, but also the way many are finding supplemental income. Uber alone reported "75… Read More
Gallen Insurance is proud to offer Professional Liability Insurance policies that include surgical procedures. Our staff can help ensure that you are properly insured! Read More
Join us in welcoming our newest Gallen employee; Yogi!! Yogi is a Portuguese water dog. Yogi is currently 3.5 months old. (14 weeks) We were thankful when we heard the news that Ann Gallen Moll, company… Read More
Did You Know?? If you have questions, please feel free to contact a member of our Business Lines Team http://www.galleninsurance.com/about-us/our-staff/ Read More
"What Safety Really Costs: The True Value of Personal Protective Equipment" from Westfield Insurance http://contractors.westfieldinsurance.com/business-tools/contractor-protective-equipment Read More
Why I Walk: Safe Berks services include a Safe House for up to 50 adults and children who are in danger, a 24-hour Hotline, individual and group counseling, legal services and advocacy, and educational programs.… Read More
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The SafeBerks Walk For NO MORE is only 5 days away! Sat. June 16, and will kick off Art on the Avenue in West Reading! This walk makes a statement. We are saying together, as… Read More
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Remember, although the Trump administration has changed the individual mandate penalty to $0 starting in 2019, the mandate remains for employers & some states are enacting their own mandates. Read more in this informative article:… Read More
...our employee Dan McDevitt shared this photo of his cat Riggins just "hanging around" Can we get a thumbs up for Riggins?? Pet Insurance Plans for Vets, Groomers, Trainers and More! Did you know that… Read More
Show us a photo of you giving your cat a hug today!! Pet Insurance Plans for Vets, Groomers, Trainers and More! Did you know that along with insurance for your pets, if you have a… Read More
We get it, the beach is calling your name!! Being prepared means more than planning the top attractions & packing your bags! Before you travel, add these important reminders to your list of things to… Read More
Back to work after a holiday weekend, we thought you could use some cuteness overload from our recent office visitors Read More
Stay safe & enjoy your holiday!! Read More
Chantelle Oliver from our Personal Lines department has a fantastic story of Love & War... Her grandparents "met" during WWII. Read this story as we approach Memorial Day!! Read More
Many thanks to our client A & T Heating & Air Conditioning for installing our new AC Unit to keep the office cool! https://www.facebook.com/GallenInsurance/videos/10156282888363468/ Read More
Thank you to everyone who will be participating. If you have interest in a future course, please feel free to reach out to Dan McDevitt dmcdevitt@galleninsurance.com Read More
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Marisa Promutico & Dan McDevitt attended the luncheon on behalf of Gallen Insurance to accept our agency's recognition as the Best in Berks!!! Thank you to all of our wonderful customers for this honor &… Read More
You may recognize Amy from a recent engament announcement, but before Chris walks her down the aisle, we thought we should help him & our readers get to know Amy better. Here are 10 facts… Read More
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Many thanks to Encompass Insurance for these tips to help ensure Memorial Day and Graduation Safety. Read More
Thank you to Encompass Insurance for these helpful tips to reduce stress in the workplace. Read More
Celebrate with Mimmo's Restaurant & Pizzeria Read More
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Way to go Personal Lines Department for winning the "Grow Your Way to Maui" from Encompass Insurance! This significant achievement was awarded to 2 agencies in our division and Gallen Insurance was #1!! Read More
Lulu Belle spent the afternoon with her owner, Amy, here at the office after her grooming appointment. So tiny & adorable!! Hey, let's make it a take your pets to work day!! Don't forget to… Read More
What a neat way to help simply by downloading an app & taking your dog for a walk!! Check it out - Animal Rescue League of Berks County The free Walk for a Dog app… Read More
Which type of Life Insurance policy is best for you? Follow along this chart for a quick decision. Our professional agents can help you with any further questions & get you a quick, no hassle… Read More
There are many benefits of a life insurance policy, but understanding the types can be confusing. Term? Whole? Universal? Let Gallen Insurance take the guess work out of which policy works for you & help… Read More
Earth Day 2018 is April 21st!! Here are some events we found happening around Berks. Read More
Thank you to everyone who participated in our recent OSHA 10 Construction Safety Course!! Dan McDevitt, Commercial Lines producer here at Gallen, quickly filled registration for this course. We are pleased to offer training as… Read More
Employers: Looking for a way to increase employee satisfaction & retention? Consider adding Life Insurance as a valuable benefit to you Employee Benefit Package. Here are a few reasons why: 1. Benefit can be paid… Read More
Happy Monday!! We'd like to take a minute to introduce our current office puppy, Atom!! Read More
Friday the 13th, did you know that fear of the number 13 has a specific name? According to English Language Wikipedia fear of the number itself is called "triskaidekaphobia" and the fear of Friday the… Read More
Any member of our Commercial Lines department can assist you with obtaining a no hassle quote to add Commercial Life Insurance to your existing insurance portfolio. See "Business Lines" for a list of direct dial… Read More
Key employees be can be what keeps your business, especially a small business, operating on par. If one of your key employees passes a way, a Commercial Life Insurance policy can help keep your business… Read More
Dan McDevitt is representing Gallen Insurance today at the Lehigh Valley PAHCOM Conference! If you are attending this event be sure to stop by & spin the wheel for your chance at various prizes!! Read More
Don't leave your hard work & your intention for your business in the wrong hands. A Commercial Life Insurance policy can allow you to leave ownership & assets into the right hands. … Read More
Commercial Life Insurance overview: All life insurance is designed to cover specific aspects of the insured's life. Commercial policies pertain to your business and could include coverage to protect your business in the event of… Read More
A commonly overlooked, yet extremely important aspect of insurance for your business is Commercial Life Insurance. Stay tuned as we give you some examples of what this type of insurance is & how it can… Read More
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Many thanks to Acuity Insurance for these safety tips during Distracted Driving Awareness Month!! https://www.acuity.com/acuity-focus/2015/auto-focus/7-easy-ways-to-avoid-distracted-driving?__prclt=UPbSmGh2 Read More
Our office is gearing up to welcome Asiago back to the office next week & this time she will be bringing along one of her puppies, ATOM!! While we wait for her arrival at the… Read More
Our office will remain open during normal business hours to serve your needs on Friday and Monday. Read More
Just how much life insurance do you need? Great advice included in the article here from one of our insurance partners, The Cincinnati Insurance Company https://blog.cinfin.com/2017/06/22/life-insurance-how-much-need/ Read More
Thank you Berks County & Berks County Living for naming Gallen Insurance as the best Insurance Agency for 2018! Read More
Sharing some news from one of our Insurance partners, The Cincinnati Insurance Company https://blog.cinfin.com/2017/07/20/life-insurance-college-debt/ Read More
You may have noticed that at Gallen Insurance we have several specialties that is because we allow our employees to work in the areas that they care about & are passionate about. Chantelle can help… Read More
Although PA has not started yet, it could come soon. NJ is our closest neighbor considering their own state health laws. https://acatimes.com/aca-complexity-to-grow-as-states-develop-their-own-healthcare-solutions/ Read More
Day 2 of our OSHA Construction Safety Course session was cancelled yesterday due to snow, the make up date has been set for 3/30! Read More
Visit www.galleninsurance.com/pets to save 15% on your Pet's Insurance Plan today! We also have plans for those who protect & care for pets including Veterinarians, Groomers, & Trainers! Read More
Did you know that along with insurance for your pets, if you have a passion for protecting & caring for pets as a Veterinarian, Groomer, Trainer and more we have a plan for you!! Contact… Read More
We plan to add another date in the coming months. Contact Dan McDevitt to be added to the event list for the next session! dmcdevitt@galleninsurance.com Read More
Starting in April, 2018 ALL enrolled Medicare recipients will receive new ID cards like the one shown here. The new cards will be printed without using insured's Social Security numbers for security reasons. *Important notes:… Read More
Our very own Jay Mahoney, CBC, Benefits Manager wants to help breakdown any confusion or misunderstanding in regards to the types of health insurance. Read more in our recent news article: http://files.constantcontact.com/aeb7619c001/cac74e13-759c-4729-8bcc-f5bc2c4a9030.pdf O Read More
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CO can be deadly- it kills more than 400 people each year & puts over 20,000 into the hospital Carbon Monoxide gas is colorless & odorless making it difficult to detect CO gas is produced… Read More
The entire Gallen work family is thankful that this family had a Carbon Monoxide detector and paid attention when the alarm went off. Recently, one of our employee's family members had a close call with… Read More
Commercial Lines producer, Dan McDevitt can be spotted at the Greater Philadelphia Valley Forge Dental Conference representing Gallen Insurance with the help of one of our carriers, The Cincinnati Insurance Company this week! We work… Read More
From paint to decor and fixtures, the team did a tremendous job creating a sanctuary!! Just look at this lovely group of volunteers & the beautiful room! Read More
Gallen Insurance is pleased to announce a Complimentary OSHA 10 Hour Construction Safety Course for all of our business and commercial line insured. This course will be on Wednesday, March 20 and 21 at the… Read More
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We look forward to offering Acuity Insurance, our newest carrier! Dave Gallen is about to board the plane and head to headquarters in Sheboygan, Wisconsin for training & to be sure our customers have the best… Read More
Our very own Commercial Lines producer, Dan McDevitt, popped the question in Central Park and she said YES! Congratulations to Dan on his engagement!! Pictured here is Dan & his beautiful fiance' Ewelina. Read More
Check out all the reasons we think Valentine's should be called Gallentine's when we think about our boss! Read More
...here is a sneak peak of our "Gallen"tine we are working on for Ann Moll!! Read More
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Take a minute to review the common warning signs for a heart attack or stroke. Also remember, there are uncommon signs as well...so if you or a loved one is experiencing unusual symptoms, please play… Read More
Our newest employee, Jitterbug is pictured here. I'd say the shirt fits great do you agree?? Read More
Marisa & Ben recently spoke at a lunch & learn event at Keller Williams Realty Group - Berks County. Many thanks to Team McFadden, Susan McFadden, Realtor for having our team join your team :)… Read More
We all love our furry friends, but truth be told those trips to the vet can be costly. Insure your pet with a Pet Insurance plan with Gallen Insurance & 4Paws!! A comprehensive plan offering… Read More
Life Insurance: Start The New Year Off Right As we enter into the New Year, everyone has been talking about their New Year’s resolutions. Whether we want to lose weight, start a new hobby, pay… Read More
Congress Passed the Tax Reform Bill which includes changes on the horizon for Health Insurance. Among the changes, employers will especially see updates on: Medical Expense Deduction - increase to expenses in excess of 10%… Read More
Jennifer Fry owns The Vet On Main and Fairchild "Feral Friends" Foundation. The Fairchild "Feral Friends" Foundation has an amazing vedor event coming up on March 10th. Please check out their page & the event.… Read More
Green Policy At Gallen Insurance we believe in protecting people, animals and the planet. We take our commitment to this seriously. We have always been in the business of protecting what is most important in… Read More
41% of tech employees think so. http://wf.insure/2kMZMwz Interesting! What do you think? Read More
Tool Theft, Damage and Vandalism: How Contractors Can Prepare for and Prevent On-the-Job Crime http://contractors.westfieldinsurance.com/business-tools/contractor-tool-theft-checklist Read More
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Good morning!! Our office is open today. Thank you to the UGI crew for handling the gas leak & for the all of the road workers salting & keeping us safe in the snow!! Be… Read More
Our office is closed due to a gas leak. Certainly this was unexpected & we apologize for our inability to take calls at this time. We will keep everyone posted as we are unsure of… Read More
Wishing everyone a safe & very Merry Christmas!!🎄🎁 Read More
It has been a close race, but we are happy to announce that we have the votes in & can announce the winners as promised!! The winners of our 2017 Holiday Pet Contest are as… Read More
Employee votes are still coming in! We still have time to announce the winner today as promised!! For now, can we get a thumbs up for all of our wonderful contestants in the 2017 Holiday… Read More
Wrapping up our Holiday Pet Contest, we have Kylo an English Bulldog (looking thrilled in his Santa hat) and Tucker, a.ka. Tuckie Baby, a beagle dachshund mix, looking pretty in her Christmas sweater. Submitted by… Read More
These buddies could be on a Christmas card!! Meet Brody & Valor, Golden Doodle friends submitted by A. Knickman Read More
Meet Benjamin, he simply refused to give up his role as 'Super Puppy' to get dressed for our holiday photo contest but, as he assumed, we still want to enjoy his adorableness anyway! Benjamin is… Read More
Oh what fun!! (from left to right) Bella, Frankie, Dillon & Skye Blye submitted from M. Boyer from K9Camp & K9Creations Read More
Get ready for some cuteness overload! Willie, Kasha, Clyde & Rudy. All 4 pups are rescues. They seem to be all ready for the upcoming Christmas holiday!! These pups were submitted by R. Wolfe Read More
Beautiful Bella, posing for her Christmas photo! She could be on a Christmas card! Submitted by B. Grater Read More
Talk about original!! Mato's Towing rescued this guy & decided to help keep him warm with some leg warmers!! Read More
Can you find Abby near the Christmas tree? She is ready for Santa to bring her some new toys & treats for sure!! Submitted by J. Leed Read More
Meet Turk and some of his human friends that he allowed in the photo. What a sweet crew!! Submitted by M.Freeborn Read More
Meet Brody, an English Bulldog, he is feeling a bit shy or maybe hesitant whether he has enough energy to really deliver all of the gifts as Santa this year!! Submitted by E. McConnell Read More
Ho Ho Ho!! Meet Rascal. A beautiful Chocolate Lynx Siamese kitty submitted by K.Boyer for our 2017 Holiday Pet Photo contest!! Read More
Meet Oliver, or should we call him "Santa Claws" Submitted by J.. Fry, VMD Read More
Our contestants will continue to be posted here on facebook through tomorrow, December 20th! There is still time to send in a photo of your pet dressed in their holiday best!! Email your entry to… Read More
You may remember Belle, as she was also a contestant in our Halloween contest. She is ready for the holidays dressed to impress as a reindeer!!! Contestant owner, our very own Dan McDevitt. Read More
Meet Baron & Charlie (Baron is the larger of the two tiny pups, Charlie is the little guy. These contestants for our 2017 Holiday pet photo contest have been submitted by our own Anne Carter. Read More
We are waiting for your entry!! Send in those holiday pet photos today!! Read More
He's checking his list, checking it twice...we thought we better offer some suggestions to Santa, he seems so busy this time of year! Read More
As promised, here are some moments from our Employee Holiday Party for your enjoyment!! Read More
Thank you to everyone for your patience with us as we closed the office early last Friday for our Employee Holiday Party! We will be sharing some photos with you soon! Happy Monday!! Read More
"As ready as I will ever be" Meet the adorable Santa Pup Tully submitted by H. Stevenson Read More
-----Thank You For Your Patience----- We will be reopen for your business needs on Monday, December 11th @ 9 am Gallen Insurance www.galleninsurance.com 610.777.4123 Read More
At Gallen Insurance we believe in protecting people, animals and the planet. We take our commitment to this seriously. We have always been in the business of protecting what is most important in our lives… Read More
Gallen Insurance will be closed on Thursday, November 23 as we celebrate the Thanksgiving Holiday. We will be open on Friday, November 24 from 8am - 2pm. As we give thanks this holiday season, we're… Read More
In our recent enews, we hilighted our Marketing Coordinator, Lura Beth Bare! We asked Lura some interview questions to help you get to know here better, check out her answers here: Read More
We have mentioned this here before, but it is certainly important enough to repeat: Governor Wolf's policy mandates that 3D mammograms must be provided to women in PA by their insurance with NO cost sharing.… Read More
Some extra Thankful photo booth fun! Thanks to Mike in our Benefits department. Read More
We would like to take a moment to give a spotlight moment to Kasper TV & Appliance located here in Shillington, PA. Their tagline says so much about the way they handle their business "Large… Read More
We hope you like our new cover photo! We had a blast with our Thankful photo booth at the office. We have some folks who had a little more fun than others....stay tuned as we… Read More
Join SafeBerks for a for a concert to benefit the playground renovation on Saturday, November 11th or visit their site to purchase a block for $15. Concert Sat. Nov. 11 to benefit the Safe Berks… Read More
Sunday November 5th is the end to Daylight Saving Time for 2017. Be sure to set your clock back and "Fall Behind" Read More
Let's celebrate thankfulness all month long in November. What is something you can be thankful for today?? Read More
Congratulations to our winner of the Gallen Insurance 2017 Halloween Pet Photo Contest....Skye!! Princess Skye to be exact. The winner will receive a box of dog treats & $25 Wawa Gift Card for her owner Read More
Have a Safe, Happy & Healthy Halloween Make sure your driveway, walkways and yard are well lit Keep trip or fall hazards out of the area Be extra cautious with your pets, the costumes &… Read More
Contestant #12 Amber is on the left with her brother Poncho. The background brings out the pups for sure!! Owner: S. Conklin of Conklin Web Solutions Read More
Contestant #11 Rosie is ready for a Yee-Haw'n time! Owner: J. Johnson Read More
Contestant #10: Reba, the adorable donut!! Owner: Becky McCarty Read More
Thank you to our entries in our 2017 Pet Halloween Costume contest! Take a look at these contestants and give your favorite or all of your favorites a thumbs up! (final employee voting will take… Read More
Contestant #8 & #9 Tucker, aka Tucker Baby or as pictured, Super Tucker is a 6 year old female Beagle Dachshund mix. Kylo Ren, pictured as Pikachu, is a one year old male English Bulldog… Read More
Today is the final day for submissions for our 2017 Pet Halloween Photo contest!! Please submit your photo to lbare@galleninsurance.com to be entered into the contest!! Read More
Contestant #7: Milo Milo is a 6 yr old Miniature Pinscher. Follow his adventures on Instagram @ Milo_theminpin What a creative outfit- Milo is dressed as George from the movie "It" Owner: D. & B.… Read More
Distracted Drivers Are Scary! As an employer, it is important to have training programs in place to help establish behaviors to keep your employees safe behind the wheel. Whether that is the drive in to work,… Read More
Gallen Insurance 2017 Pet Halloween Photo Contest Contestant #6: Roux (pronounced roo) Roux is 1 1/2 years old and just about the cutest unicorn!!! Owner: T. Musgrove Read More
Gallen Insurance 2017 Pet Halloween Photo Contest Contestant #5: Skye Better referred to as Princess Skye! Owner: E. Albright of the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce & Industry Read More
Automobile & mobile device manufacturers are constantly looking for ways to combat the high statistics of distracted driving accidents, however, so far the hoped for increase in safety is not being realized. Studies have shown… Read More
Gallen Insurance 2017 Pet Halloween Photo contest Contestant #4: Jax Look how cute a pumpkin can be!! Owner: Imperial Contracting Group, Desiree — with Imperial Contracting Group. Read More
Contestant #3: Belle Belle is pumped to represent the US in her USA contest!! She happens to be owned by our very own Commercial Insurance Producer, Dan McDevitt Read More
Gallen Insurance 2017 Halloween Pet Photo Contest (email your entry today!!) Contestant #2: George You may recognize George as he became quite famous after winning our Holiday Pet photo contest in 2016!! George is dressed… Read More
The contestant photos are coming in for our Halloween Pet Photo contest! Give a thumbs up to your favorite & be sure to send in your pet's photo to lbare@galleninsurance.com Contestant #1: Chester Chester is… Read More
October is now Pinktober Breast Cancer Awareness Month Breast cancer is the second most common type of cancer in women. About 1 in 8 women born today in the United States will get breast cancer… Read More
Don't forget to send in your photos for our 2017 Pet Halloween Contest!! Read More
PA is heading in the right direction during PINKtober, Breast Cancer Awareness month, with Governor Wolf's policy mandating that PA women must be provided with 3D mammograms under their insurance coverage with no cost sharing. Read More
Have a Safe, Happy & Healthy Halloween Sweet treats, scary decorations, trick-or-treaters....these are the first things that come to mind about Halloween. Have you considered that there are liability exposures associated with having guests on… Read More
Have a Safe, Happy & Healthy Halloween Sweet treats, scary decorations, trick-or-treaters....these are the first things that come to mind about Halloween. Have you considered that there are liability exposures associated with having guests on… Read More
Thank you for joining us for Fire Prevention week! For more information & resources to help you plan your 2 ways out, visit the National Fire Protection Association online at www.nfpa.org Read More
Teach your children about fire safety! Township of Spring Fire Rescue Services is holding an event on Saturday, October 14th from 9 am- 1pm Read More
Over 160,000 fires each year start in the kitchen! Do not leave the stove unattended, keeps loose clothing and children out of the kitchen when you cook, smother open flames with a lid. Read More
Did you know that more than 3,300 fires each year are caused by extension cords? Use extension cords only when necessary & only temporary, make sure cords do not dangle from an area where they… Read More
Two Ways Out!!! Draw a map of your home with all members of your family, marking 2 exits. Then practice twice a year. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1N8e8zk-8E&feature=youtu.be Read More
Remember to test the batteries in your smoke alarms monthly, replace batteries yearly & replace the smoke alarms themselves every 10 years! Read More
Fire Prevention Week 2017 kicks off today, October 8th and runs through October 14th. Stay tuned for tips to keep your family safe! This year's theme "Every Second Counts: Plan 2 Ways Out!" The NFPA… Read More
June Clougher (pictured in floral jacket) of Jump Start Incubator! Thank you for joining our anniversary celebration! Read More
Proud to have Penn National Insurance's Jeff Blatherwick, RVP of Commercial & Personal Lines visit us here in Shillington for our anniversary celebration! Read More
Hello to Annmarie Dallao with ARCpoint Labs of Reading, PA Read More
The face behind our fabulous 60th anniversary cake Kim's Artisan Cakery! Kim & her husband, Dustin at our celebration pictured with staff members Jodie Leigey, Chantelle Oliver & Lura Bare Read More
Great photo of Kevin Moore The Law Firm of Leisawitz Heller from our anniversary celebration! Read More
We are ready for fall y'all! Many thanks to Amy Steins Flowers, Inc. Read More
Look at this lovely group of staff members! Ann Gallen Moll, President, is holding our award presented by the Greater Reading Chamber of Commerce & Industry Read More
Getting Married? Hosting a charity function? Sponsoring a walk/run? Hosting a 60th Anniversary Open House? (Like Us!!) When hosting any type of event, new liabilities can come up that… Read More
One week from today we will be celebrating 60 years with an open house! Stop in and say hello, congratulate the team & enjoy light refreshments. Read More
Did you know that Joe Gallen ran for County Treasurer, back in the day? Read More
!! Remember to recognize and pursue kindness, forgiveness, thoughtfulness everyday. Did you go out of your way to help someone? Did you try something new this week & find that your heart felt a bit… Read More
Be Kind to Human Kind: Thursday - Thoughtful Thursday!! Break free from your own busy world and take the time to consider the needs of friends, family, co-workers and those around you today. Hold the… Read More
Be Kind to Human Kind: Wednesday - Lend a hand, willingly!! Willingly offer your time, advice or help to someone today. It doesn't have to be grand, just a moment of full attention and willing… Read More
Be Kind to Human Kind: Tuesday- Touch a Heart. Be an encourager today, write a letter to someone, show interest & care when someone is speaking, offer a compliment, offer to babysit, give a phone… Read More
Be Kind to Human Kind: Monday - boy, your auto insurance agent is going to like to know you are handling this one today!! Motorist Consideration Monday!! Be a bit more cautious & considerate on… Read More
Be Kind To Human Kind: Sunday - Sacrifice Our Own Wants for Other's Needs. Do something for someone else today!! Run an errand for an elderly neighbor, pick up a meal for the person down… Read More
- Speak Kind Words. We have all heard that our words are our most powerful weapon. Choose wisely the words that you speak today & everyday. Teach your children to speak kindly to others by… Read More
August 25th-31st is the global celebration of 'Be Kind To Humankind Week' Join us as we offer suggestions for each day! For more suggestions, check out #bk2hk on Instagram or Twitter. For today, try to… Read More
Did you know that 41 percent of all life insurance purchases are event-related? For many of us, life insurance never crosses our minds until we marry, buy a house, or start our own business. While… Read More
As we celebrate our 60th anniversary, we wanted to go back to the beginning & tell you just how Gallen Insurance started. Our agency was established in 1957 by Joseph J. Gallen, however the history… Read More
Dan, the newest member of our Commercial team was asked some important questions to help us get to know him. Check it out! Read More
We took some time to interview the newest member of our Benefit Team so you can get to know Brin better! Read More
Save the Date! Gallen Insurance is having a 60th Anniversary Open House Celebration! When: Monday, September 18th, 2017 - 4:30pm Where: 2237 Lancaster Pike - Shillington, PA Light refreshments will be served. Read More
Our current 'Sign Guy' Owen Gallen has a local Shillington audience as he updates the sign. Read More
By Demarcus Johnson - July 20, 2017 Trusted Choice® recently earned a nod from the product ratings and review publication, Consumer Reports. In a recent article listing the 10 things consumers don't know about homeowners… Read More
Our agency does NOT forget about you! Jay Mahoney, from our Health & Life department, continues to fight for your rights in hopes to see the House Bill 15853 pass to protect you and your… Read More
Gallen Insurance is proud to announce Daniel McDevitt has joined their team as a Commercial Lines Producer. In this position, Dan will be responsible for new business development, client retention and the design of insurance… Read More
Gallen Insurance is proud to announce that Brin Bossler has joined the team to further develop and support their ever growing Benefit department. Brin Bossler readily joins Gallen Insurance bringing a wealth of experience and… Read More
We all forget things. We forget our keys, our appointments and even our anniversaries (note: may be intentional...). To avoid this in our personal lives, we rely on “to do” lists – which keep us… Read More
Uh oh!! July 2nd was National "I Forgot Day" Did you forget??? We are here to remind you NOT to forget to review your life insurance! As life changes occur and as time passes by,… Read More
Did you know that a swimming pool is 14 times more likely to be involved in a child's death than a vehicle? Approx. 1,150 children under age 15 drown per year (more than half are… Read More
You know what they say about your 30s... It’s the best time to buy life insurance. Okay, so maybe they don’t actually say that, but the point still stands: Life insurance in your 30s is… Read More
It’s that time of the year we’ve all been waiting to enjoy, Summer! With the beautiful weather also comes many opportunities to have some fun with summer toys. Summer is the perfect time for long trips… Read More
Have you yet experienced seeing a drone pass by or here the buzz of one swooping close to your head? Drones are unmanned aircraft, many with camera capabilities. They may be flown by your neighbor,… Read More
Read here to find out about insuring your summer toys & info about risks associated with drones! Gallen Insurance, celebrating 60 years!! Read More
A look back over the past 60 years...way back to when Joe Gallen, Sr. opened the doors!! More to come, but please join us in celebrating our 60 years!! We will be holding an open… Read More
Westfield Insurance and the Westfield Insurance Foundation joined Gallen Insurance by awarding Mary's Shelter the Westfield Legacy of Caring grant in the amount of $2,500 to support their efforts in Family Stability! Dave Gallen & Ann Gallen Moll were proud… Read More
Gallen Insurance was recently named in the top 50 businesses of Berks County by the Greater Reading Economic Partnership. http://www.readingeagle.com/business-weekly/article/top-50-list-companies-stand-out Read More
Join Gallen Insurance on Thursday, May 11th at Zerbe Retirement Community. Ben Gallen & Jay Mahoney will be available to answer your questions. Read More
Getting to know Jodie… Jodie is our Small Business Insurance Specialist. She is licensed in Property/Casualty as well as Life Accident and Health. Jodie holds the CISR and CPIA designations. We spent some time asking… Read More
Employers can protect their workers and avoid costly fines by implementing workplace safety programs, and their insurers may be able to help. Insurance company loss control consultants can help implement safety programs, provide training and… Read More
The list of people of counting on you grows as you build a business: your family, business partners and employees. Life insurance provides a financial safety net for all of them in the event of… Read More
Take advantage of fall weather to work on projects around your home and protect it from common winter problems. Keep the following tips in mind: Clean out your gutters. Remove leaves and other debris from… Read More
The Department of Labor (DOL) in conjunction with the IRS has started audits for all businesses with benefit plans in place for ERISA compliance. • Businesses with two or more employees are subject to an… Read More
Getting to know Ben… Ben is a third generation Gallen to be a part of the Gallen Insurance team. He graduated from Marymount University in 2015 with a Bachelor’s in Business Administration. We spent some… Read More
If you’re a parent, owning a life insurance policy on yourself is essential to ensure your children could be properly taken care of even if you died. This makes sense, but why would your child… Read More
Q. What is renter’s insurance? A. Renter’s Insurance (RI) provides coverage for your personal property against damage or loss, not only where you rent, but also while you travel anywhere in the world. RI insures… Read More
Graduating high school and leaving home for the first time can be an exciting, and, in some ways, overwhelming experience. In the excitement and anticipation, parents and students tend to overlook the fact that college… Read More
Karen is an Account Executive in our Commercial Lines Department and our Non-Profit Specialist. She specializes in the quoting and service on small businesses. We spent some time asking her pesky questions so you can… Read More
Why buy D&O liability coverage? Consider a few examples showing what could happen and know that when you have directors and officers coverage, it helps protect you and your institution: Contributors can sue directors for… Read More
Why buy Employment Practices Liability Insurance? Consider a few examples when having employment practices liability coverage helps protect you and your organization. Employer fires an employee for stealing. The employee sues the company, claiming the… Read More
Sue is an Account Executive in our Commercial Lines Department. She specializes in the quoting and service on small businesses. We spent some time asking her pesky questions so you can know a little more… Read More
It’s that time of the year we’ve all been waiting to enjoy, Summer! With the beautiful weather also comes many opportunities to have some fun with summer toys. Summer is the perfect time for long… Read More
It may be time to take a look at your homeowner’s liability insurance policy. Summer is a great time to have guests over for a day at your pool or a fun cookout. However, there… Read More
EPLI covers businesses against claims by workers that their legal rights as employees of the company have been violated. The number of lawsuits filed by employees against their employers has been rising. While most suits… Read More
Anne Carter is Gallen Insurance’s Director of Operations. A graduate of the University of Wisconsin, she started out as our receptionist 18 years ago and when Chris Gallen left she took over the accounting and… Read More
Do you think life insurance is just for married couples and those with kids? That’s not quite the case! If you’re single and haven’t given life insurance a thought, take a look at these key… Read More
Buried in the OSHA regulations are some statements that would make anyone shudder who is responsible for compliance. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is the federal agency charged with the enforcement of safety and health… Read More
When you ask business owners about their retirement plans, many answer, “I’m going to sell the business.” But without a plan in place, the chance of transitioning the business to a new owner who shares… Read More
Mike works in our Benefits Department which specializes in life and health insurance. He has worked tirelessly to ensure each and every one of his clients is adequately protected, and delivering extraordinary customer service is… Read More
Good benefits can increase employee satisfaction. If you are an employer, providing valuable benefits that can be paid via payroll deduction can give you an edge when trying to attract and retain workers. Life insurance… Read More
You recognize the need for life insurance, but two important questions remain: How much coverage do you need? What information is needed to justify the amount of coverage? Depending on the reason you are applying… Read More
How much does life insurance cost? Probably a lot less than you think. A recent LIMRA study found that 63 percent of consumers polled indicated that life insurance was too expensive, yet 80 percent of… Read More
By: Jonathan Hermann Women didn’t typically enter Sloppy Joe’s Sloppier Pub, so I was surprised to find one at the bar. She had everything I looked for in a woman: a beer in hand and… Read More
Cincinnati Insurance Companies recently released a great article about hiring commercial contractors and the risk involved. You can find the article below. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate… Read More
Chantelle Oliver, CISR is the Supervisor of our Personal Lines Department. She is responsible for managing and supervising the Personal Lines Department while also maintaining the agency’s marketing and handling the new personal lines sales.… Read More
Easter is (quickly) approaching at the end of this month, and while you may already be thinking of new hiding spots for the annual Easter Egg Hunt, you may want to think about the liability… Read More
Now that open enrollment for 2016 is over, the only way you can get an individual health policy is if you qualify for the Special Enrollment Period (SEP). In order to do so, you would need to… Read More
Have you thought about how to replace your new bling in the event of it being lost or stolen? Valentine’s Day is a high jewelry receiving holiday. Did you or someone you know get a… Read More
Cyber events can have a significant impact on your customers, your employees and your bottom line. Businesses of all sizes are at risk. In fact according to a recent index, cyber risk is a top… Read More
Getting to know Kristie Lawrence… Kristie is an Account Executive in our Commercial Lines department here at Gallen. If you have your business insurance with Gallen, you may have already been lucky enough to speak… Read More
Getting to know Dave McAfee… Dave is the Claims Manager here at Gallen Insurance. He has been working in the insurance industry for 46 years and started at Aetna P&C. Dave is married with two… Read More
Gallen Insurance, Inc. of Shillington has recently named Amy Fox, CIC, CISR, CPIA as Vice President of Commercial Lines. In this position, Amy is responsible for managing and supervising the Commercial Lines Department, marketing and… Read More
Over the course of our lives, most men and women amass a collection of invaluable pieces – our father’s timepiece that has been lovingly passed down, cufflinks from Uncle Kevin, our engagement ring, that diamond… Read More
Gallen Insurance, the local, independent insurance agent in Shillington has recently named Chantelle Oliver, CISR Supervisor of their Personal Lines Department. In this position, Chantelle is responsible for managing and supervising the Personal Lines Department… Read More
Getting to know Amy Fox… Amy is our new Vice President of Commercial Lines at Gallen. We spent a few minutes with her so you can know a little more about someone you will be… Read More
Accidents involving deer can happen any time of year, but there are more deer near roads during the animal’s mating season in October, November and December. Using the following tips can help avoid a vehicle-deer… Read More
Ridesharing services like Uber, Lyft, and Sidecar are gaining popularity. Drivers sign up with one of these service, which charges a fee to connect them with passengers. Passengers arrange rides and pay with a credit… Read More
Equipment Breakdown is an additional endorsement that can be added to the standard homeowner policy. Many carriers now offer this endorsement to be added to a homeowner policy for an additional premium. It is relatively… Read More
Getting to know Marisa Promutico… Marisa is an Account Manager in our Personal Lines Department. We spent a few minutes with her so you know a little more about someone you will be working… Read More
We will now be sending out renewal questionnaires, this is what you can expect to see arriving in the mail prior to your renewal: It is that time of year again! Your auto and homeowners… Read More
Collecting vehicles is a lifestyle. It’s a statement about personality, individuality and independence. Getting the right wheels, at the right price, with the right work. There’s hardly anything better, and it’s always worth a little… Read More
We know it’s difficult to maneuver all the guidelines and regulations associated with COBRA. So we’ve decided to put together a list of Do’s and Don’ts. But first – and for the sake of clarity… Read More
This month we are delighted to highlight one of our clients and friends, Richard Herbert, the owner of L&L Services. L&L Services is locally owned and operated by Rick himself. Growing up in the local… Read More
Get the lowest costs while maintaining benefits! Get the Lowest Cost The Premium Saver is a group supplemental insurance plan that helps reduce the cost of group medical coverage. The… Read More
On February 20, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a Special Enrollment Period (SEP) for individuals and families who did not have health insurance coverage in 2014 and are subject to the… Read More
Gallen: Helping Those Who Help Our Community Here at Gallen we have a long history of not only supporting for-profit companies but non-profit organizations as well. We not only assist these organizations by providing professional… Read More
Moving to a new home can be a very exciting time, but it doesn't come without it's stressors. Packing, cleaning your old place and prepping your new home is a lot to deal with. Hiring… Read More
Your jewelry is precious to you. To insure or not insure? Valentine's Day is just around the corner and of course this girl starts thinking "jewelry." I recently lost mine when my home was broken… Read More
One of the great things about living in eastern Pennsylvania is our proximity to…everything! If you’re like us, you’re always looking to get away but don’t always have the PTO days to fly down to… Read More
Severe Hailstorm hits Berks County and what it means! May 22, 2014 is a day in Berks County that will not be forgotten anytime soon. Severe thunderstorms were expected and announced to the public, with… Read More
Winter Weather Checklists - How to be Prepared During Winter Storm Season When the cold weather is upon us and experts are predicting another rough winter ahead, our minds turn to preparedness. What do you… Read More
According to Movember.com, Movember is the global men’s health charity where men grow and women support the moustache during November. Participation begins once you sign up and become part of the official movement to change the face of men’s… Read More
Considering a Ride Share Career? Make Sure You're Protected. Many people looking for part time work or a more flexible career are turning to ride sharing programs like Uber or Lyft. But are you safe… Read More
How to Prevent Slip & Fall Claims at Your Business No business wants to spend the time or money defending a slip and fall claim, especially when most can be avoided. Following a few simple… Read More
Each year more than 2,500 people die and 12,600 are injured in home fires in the United States, with direct property loss due to home fires estimated at $7.3 billion annually. Is your family prepared for… Read More
Yes, sadly it might be time to face the facts - we probably won't get many more nice days on the boat, motorcycle, or personal watercraft (jet ski, wave runner, etc). Fall is also the… Read More
If you haven’t already signed up for Health Insurance or are uninsured, don’t be left standing out in the cold with a bad cough and no coverage. Open enrollment begins November 15th, 2014 and will… Read More
Is Farmette Living the Life for You? Ever dream of leaving city or suburban life to live on a farm of your own? There seem to be quite a bit of folks these days fulfilling… Read More
With all the changes in the healthcare laws today, business owners may be confused about the circumstances in which they need to offer health insurance to their employees. You may know that full-time employees are… Read More
Insurance for Customized Vehicle Equipment Everyone knows that your auto needs to be insured to cover any physical damages it might get from collision or any accidents. However, common policy terms in auto insurance only… Read More
Renter’s Insurance for College Students If you're a college student who prefers apartment life to the traditional dorm environment, you are probably in the process of securing a place to stay while you study. Be sure… Read More
Craft Brewery Insurance: What You Need to Know As a business owner who maintains any type of inventory, it is essential to protect your team, your product, and your financial livelihood with business insurance. What… Read More
Covering Your College-Bound Child: Is Your Homeowners Insurance Enough? Whether you’ve got a freshman son heading off for new student orientation in the next few weeks or a daughter wrapping up the final semester of… Read More
Gallen Insurance's Top Events for August 2014 We're happy to share with you so many of the great events that are taking place in Berks County this July, August and September. Please join our clients,… Read More
Fine for Paying Employees Health Care Premiums? Did you know you can be fined up to $36,500 for paying your employees health care premiums? According to the ACA guidelines, employers are not allowed to pay for their employees’… Read More
Cyber Insurance: When a Social Media Post Becomes a Legal Matter You hear it from everyone; your business needs to be on Facebook and you need to be making posts on a regular basis. Many… Read More
Top 6 Ways to Protect Your Motorcycle from Thieves Motorcycle owners take great pride in their bikes, and they hate to have anything happen to them. Sadly, motorcycle theft is relatively common. There were a… Read More
Eating Healthy Doesn’t Have to Cost a Fortune: Here’s the Proof With all of the cookbooks, food blogs, Pinterest pins and Tumblr accounts devoted to food, these days, you’d think it would be hard for… Read More
Small Business Cyber Liability Insurance Cyber Insurance is only one of the newest types of insurance on the market but it’s also one of the most important in protecting your business against a new class… Read More
Special Enrollment Opportunity in the Federal Marketplace for COBRA Beneficiaries Special Enrollment Opportunity in the Federal Marketplace for COBRA Beneficiaries There has been some confusion surrounding COBRA continuation coverage rules and… Read More
Top 10 Motorcycle Safety Tips for Summer Summer is in full swing—making it a perfect time to impart the Top 10 Motorcycle Safety Tips for the season! Tip #1 Do A Onceover If it has… Read More
All Hail Broke Loose! Now What? For those of you who don't live in Berks County, we were hit with a severe hailstorm yesterday afternoon. Our phones have been ringing non-stop with our customers making claims.… Read More
Interns & Workers' Comp: What You Need to Know Summertime is just about here and many college students are opting for internships rather than join the traditional summer workforce. Internships are a great way for… Read More
Smart Summer Solutions for the Wise Watercraft Worshiper It's that time of the year again when we break our boats and personal watercraft out of the garage or drydock and start fishing, sailing, water skiing...… Read More
Choosing the Right Classic Car Insurance Companies Lot's of companies will sell you car insurance for your classic car. But who is generally considered the best classic car insurance company? The first mistake many classic… Read More
See our new article in this month's Pennsylvania Homes. Here's a preview: What Influences Your Home Insurance Policy By Chantelle Kingsbury Tell us a little bit about your company and it's foundation. Gallen Insurance has been… Read More
Brewery Insurance is Catching Up with Craft Brewers Special Needs Growing demand has spurred huge growth and interest in the craft brewing industry. 2013 saw an 18% increase in volume and a 20% increase in… Read More
This Month in Classic Cars | Gallen Insurance April is finally here. The month in which we all take the covers off our beloved classic cars and start enjoying the spring/summer driving season. It's also… Read More
The Case for Umbrella Policies: Teen Tweet Costs Parents $750K Did you know you and your family's daily activities could result in a lawsuit? Umbrella policies are designed to give you additional liability coverage which can function to fill gaps… Read More
Pros & Cons of Employer Provided Health Insurance
Quit Your Job with the ACA? The Affordable Care Act, aka Obamacare, has been affording many people the opportunity to quit their jobs. Before you start calling those people lazy, let's learn why they're quitting… Read More
Health Insurance News: ACA Deadline is Looming Open enrollment for a qualified health plan ends March 31, 2014. Those not enrolled in a qualified health plan by that date will be subject to a penalty… Read More
Have a Safe & Happy St. Patrick's Day: Don't Drink & Drive St. Patrick's Day is one of the most beloved holidays of the year. But, it's also one of the most dangerous. While everyone… Read More
March 2014: This Month In Classic Cars Past & present, March is a great month for Classic Car enthusiasts. We, here at Gallen Insurance, are proud to not only offer you the best in classic… Read More
Gallen Insurance would like to welcome the newest member of our team, Joseph Remash! Joseph Remash Commercial Producer Gallen Insurance 2237 Lancaster Pike Shillington, PA 19607 610-898-6535 jremash@galleninsurance.com A Consultative Approach to your Business… Read More
Cyber Liability Insurance: 3 Case Studies | Gallen Insurance | Reading, PA Cyber Crime is on the rise and Cyber Liability Insurance is more important than ever in Pennsylvania. Here are 3 case studies… Read More
This Month in Classic Car History: January is a great month in history for classic car trivia buffs. Here's Gallen Insurance's top 5 moment's in class car history this month. January 1886 – The… Read More
Ridiculous Liability Insurance Claims: The Robber Who Ate Dog Food… and Got Paid! A burglar broke into a house and managed to lock himself in the garage. Since the homeowners were out of town, he… Read More
Although there is a need for safety in work zones throughout the year, each April, National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW) is held to bring national attention to motorist and worker safety. In this fast… Read More
April 4th marks National Vitamin C Day, helping to create awareness of the many vast benefits to your health of Vitamin C. This vitamin may be best known for its immune strengthening qualities, but according… Read More
Wishing you & your family a joyous Easter! Our office is open normal business hours for Good Friday & Easter Monday, so feel free to give us a… Read More
Spring is officially here! Some say the best thing you can do for your health is to get outside and soak up some of the vitamin D rich sunshine! Here are some tips to get… Read More
As February, the month of love, comes to a close, consider a very valid way to show the ones you love that you care by protecting their future. Many of us think of romantic or… Read More
Notice to Employers: Exchange Notification to Employees Delayed The deadline for employers to notify employees of the availability of Health Benefit Exchanges has been delayed from March 1, 2013 to late summer or fall of… Read More
Though Valentine’s Day is the biggest day for giving cards, flowers and chocolate, even more money is spent on jewelry. Here are some fun Valentine facts: 141 Million Valentine cards are exchanged worldwide $1.7 billion… Read More
February seems like a great month for American Heart Health Month, especially when we consider it’s the month of Valentine’s Day and when we think of Valentine’s who doesn’t think of chocolate??? The good news… Read More
Our office is wearing Red today in support of the American Heart Association’s Go Red for Women & its 10th Anniversary! February is National Heart Health Month, but this week the focus is on women.… Read More
Did you know that January is the Celebration of Life month? It is a time to be thankful for the positive things in your life, to be thankful for your health, and to be thankful… Read More
This week, January 13th-19th, is International Snowmobile Safety Awareness week and snowmobiling is big business here in the US. Did you know there are 1.4 million registered snowmobiles in the US alone? In 2011 there… Read More
The holidays have passed, yet Valentine's Day is right around the corner making this time of year very popular for marriage proposals. Getting engaged is a very exciting time for couples as they begin to… Read More
As we quickly approach the close of 2012 and look forward to a New Year in 2013, you may be pondering your New Year's resolutions. Besides thinking about starting a new diet, exercise routine, budget… Read More
Online shopping has become increasingly popular during the holiday season. The ability to avoid long lines, crowded parking lots & price comparisons with the click of a button makes this a favored choice. Be wise… Read More
In our area, we recently woke to our first snow fall of the winter season. Roads can be slick & slippery with snow on the ground, and falling snow or even heavy rain can make… Read More
This time of year, there tends to be more deer accidents than any other time of year. In fact, theses accident rates peak between November & December, especially in our area. Every year, numerous people… Read More
Data released earlier this month revealed that more cooking fires occur on Thanksgiving than anyother day of the year! Out of a list of the top 10 states for grease fires & cooking related insurance… Read More
One in five Americans will get the flu this winter, with more than 200,000 sick enough to be hospitalized. Yet most of us still don't get vaccinated, often because of misconceptions about the shot. Here… Read More
As we move forward with Health Insurance Reform, there are several changes on the horizon. Here at Gallen Insurance, we will continue to keep you, our clients and friends, up to date with these changes.… Read More
The smell of fall is in the air! As the leaves turn their beautiful hues & begin to fall, it’s a great time to start preparing for the colder winter season by taking steps to… Read More
Wrong. Many people think that since they live in an apartment and don’t own the building that their possessions are covered by the landlord’s insurance. This is not at all true. A landlord does have… Read More
As we settle into fall, it is probably going to soon be the time to prepare to store your boat for colder season. Naturally, you will want to protect your boat while you are using… Read More
This week is National Car Seat Safety week & to help ensure your child's seat is safe, tomorrow, Saturday, September 22nd is National Seat Check Saturday. A shocking statistic listed by the National Highway Safety… Read More
Effective 08/31/2012 as new law took effect as it relates to 16 and 17 year olds seeking their motorcycle licenses. They will now be required to completePennsylvania’s Motorcycle Safety Training. Act 84, signed by Governor… Read More
Just grin and bear it. Oh, and reduce your stress, too. In a recent experiment at the University of Kansas, college students were instructed to hold chopsticks in their mouths to simulate either a smile… Read More
What is Cyber Insurance? What Is Cyber Risk? How Can I Be Sure My Company Is Safe? In today's technology driven world the risks associated with doing business online and… Read More
As students prepare to head off to college, whether facing the first year or are farther along the higher education highway, it’s a good time to review your insurance protection before their departure. How will… Read More
Why You Need A Home Inventory In the event of a burglary or disaster that destroys your personal belongings, a home inventory can be a blessing! We highly recommend you take the time to create… Read More
Let's start with the basics, what is umbrella insurance? A Umbrella Policy often called a PUP or Personal Umbrella Policy provides an additional layer of protection above your home & auto insurance policy. A recent article… Read More
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Corbett signed into law late last month Senate Bill 388 that mandates all dentists in the state to purchase professional liability insurance. Under new law, Pennsylvania dentists are now required to purchase… Read More
To the dismay of many Americans, and to the delight of many others, the Supreme Court upheld the 2010 federal health care law. In what will certainly be an oft discussed verdict for many months,… Read More
Too often, Collector Car owners choose the same auto insurance for the regular use & collectible vehicles. But the truth of the matter is that special vehicles need their own special coverage. That's where we… Read More
Many pieces of the 2010 federal health care law have already been implemented; however there are many challenges that lie ahead. The Supreme Court should arrive at a decision next week regarding these challenges. Here… Read More
Unoccupied homes are the primary target for thieves & such burglaries cost consumers billions of dollars per year! Take the necessary precautions to keep thieves away as you head out to play! Here are some… Read More
Tort is the area of law that covers the majority of all civil lawsuits. Essentially, every claim that arises in civil court, with the exception of contractual disputes, falls under tort law. The concept of… Read More
The wave of HSA plans continues to grow. Are you familiar with this options? Let’s start here—what is an HSA? An HSA or Health Savings Account is an innovative approach to health insurance. HSA qualified… Read More
No one is ever truly prepared to lose a loved one. The experience is emotionally exhausting… but it doesn’t have to be financially exhausting too. One smart way to put your family’s financial worries at… Read More
This month is the National Youth Traffic Safety Month and it’s one of the most important issues facing teens and parents today. Chances are you’ve heard the stories, seen the statistics, or maybe firsthand witnessed… Read More
Golf carts are typically associated with leisure activities such as driving around the golf range, traveling around a gated or retirement community, or even just rolling around your own property. Golf carts aren't made for… Read More
Go ahead… get dirty! But before you strap on those goggles and tear it up… make sure you have the proper coverage. Whether your toy of choice is a 4-wheeler, dirt bike, dune buggy, or… Read More
Most of us buy homeowners insurance to make sure our home is protected from damage caused by fire, wind, hail, theft, etc. But did you know your homeowners insurance does not cover floods? What would… Read More
It's that time of year again for many of you to break out the leather and chrome! Before hitting the open road, you should take a few minutes to review your insurance policy. Are you getting… Read More
Every homeowner has expensive equipment in their homes that make life convenient, functional, and enjoyable. Most likely your home contains many of these items: Air Conditioning Systems Clothes Washers & Dryers Computers & Peripherals Dishwashers… Read More
What is Identity Theft? Identity Theft is when someone obtains your personal information (such as your name, birth date, social security number, etc) and uses it, without your permission, to commit fraud or other crimes.… Read More
Valentine’s Day has come and gone. Did your sweetheart give you an engagement ring and proposal? Did your spouse give you a valuable necklace, bracelet, earrings, ring, or watch? Make sure your special gift is… Read More
Fire is definitely not the first thing that comes to mind when you think of cold mornings and snowy nights. But according to the U.S. Fire Administration (USFA), home fires are more prevalent in winter than… Read More
This week, the Senate and the House voted in favor of legislation that would ban text messaging while driving in Pennsylvania. Text messaging while behind the wheel will be subject to primary enforcement, which allows… Read More
This week, Govenor Tom Corbett signed into law a new bill that mandates the following for teen drivers ages 16 1/2 to 18: Passenger Restrictions: For the first 6 months after receiving a junior license, the teen driver will not… Read More
Before and after you get married, there are a few important insurance related items to consider: Insure Your Rings Love your ring? Of course you do! What if it's lost or stolen? Think your renters… Read More
Will Your Homeowners Policy Insure Stuff at School? As parents prepare to send kids off to college, here's one thing to think about: how to insure the belongings students are taking with them. A homeowners… Read More
Safe driving tips for students “Back To School” Means Safety for Students, Defensive Driving for All With the new school year quickly approaching, now is a good time to remember defensive… Read More
"My home's worth only $120,000. Why does my insurance company want to insure it for $275,000?" One of the biggest questions we have regarding homeowner's insurance is regarding the amount to insure the dwelling (home)… Read More
On Friday, June 24th the PA House approved HB 440. This bill, signed by Governor Tom Corbett on June 30th, will go into effect on August 29th and will allow sole proprietors, owners of LLCs,… Read More
Why You Need A Home Inventory In the event of a burglary or disaster that destroys your personal belongings, a home inventory can be a blessing! We highly recommend you take the time to create… Read More
Workplace accidents don’t discriminate for ignorance or experience; an accident can happen to the best of us if we are caught in a distraction. This includes our most experienced employees. Risk management professionals in many… Read More
So… you are going on vacation this summer and renting a car. Before you log onto the rental car web site or pick up the loaner at the counter, you should think carefully about one… Read More
What do you have planned this 4th of July weekend? Many of us are planning to host our own party that involves dazzling friends and neighbors with an awesome fireworks display! While you’re enjoying the… Read More
Many people now agree that using a cell phone while driving increases your risk of having an accident. About 25% of accidents occur due to distractions while driving. People who would never consider driving drunk…… Read More
We are excited to announce that the Gallen Insurance blog is now here! Our goal is to provide you with valuable information related to the insurance industry. We hope for this to be an interactive… Read More
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