MEDIA ADVISORY: For Media Covering Hispanic Heritage Month, the I.I.I. Offers a Wide Array of Spanish-Language Insurance Resources

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Oficina de Prensa New York: 212-346-5500; media@iii.org
Elianne González, Florida: 954-389-9517 ó 954-684-4410
NEW YORK, October 13, 2010
— Reporters writing Spanish-language insurance related articles can contact the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.). The I.I.I. also offers consumer information on property/casualty insurance in the En Españolsection of itswebsite.

Following is a selection of Spanish-language resources:

Hispanic spokesperson available for media questions and interviews: Elianne E. González
Spanish speaking representatives from I.I.I. member insurance companies available for media interviews
Press Releases
Videos – both broadcast quality and video podcasts for downloading onto PDA devices, smart phones or iTunes accounts.
Some sample videos include:
Beware of Crooked Contractors
How to Pick a Lightning Protection System
Evacuation: How to Get Organized
Know Your Stuff® – How to Make a Home Inventory
5 Years After Hurricane Katrina: Know the Steps Every Homeowner Should Take
Trees and Insurance: Tips on What Is and Is Not Covered
Insurance Checklist for Homebuyers: Factors to Consider
Filing a Homeowners Insurance Claim: Six Steps
Buying an Annuity: Six Questions to Ask
Finding a Lost Life Insurance Policy
Flooded Cars: How to Avoid Buying a Water-Damaged Car
Rental Car Insurance: Tips on What You Need to Know at the Counter
Audio clips – Some sample audio clips include:
Five Steps to Prepare an Evacuation
How to Make Your Home Inventory With Know Your Stuff Free Software
Three Questions to Ask Your Insurer About Your Homeowners Policy
Tips to Avoid Distractions While Driving
Insurance Glossary

Other I.I.I. online content resources available in English include:

Facts & Statistics

Know your Stuff - Home Inventory and Know your Stuff - Business Inventory – free, online inventory software

Publications + Store
White Papers

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