Episodios

  • Racing Gone Wrong! Who Pays for This?

    Racing Gone Wrong! Who Pays for This?
    May 13 2025
    Ever wondered if your auto insurance covers those adrenaline-pumping track days? 🤔
    In this episode of "Is It Covered?", Bruce and Brian Chapman from J.D. Chapman Insurance Agency break down the ins and outs of insurance for high-performance driving events.

    🏎️💨Key Highlights:- Personal Auto Insurance Exclusions: Discover why your standard policy might leave you high and dry on the track. Bruce shares a jaw-dropping story about insurance fraud attempts involving tow trucks and damaged cars!

    🚚- Specialized Track Insurance: Learn about the must-have coverage for track enthusiasts. Bruce explains how these policies protect your vehicle from comprehensive and collision damage, even with high deductibles.

    📄- Why Proper Coverage Matters: Brian and Bruce emphasize the importance of consulting with your insurance agent before hitting the track. Safety first, fun second!

    🛡️- Types of Track Insurance Policies: From annual to per-event coverage, find out which option suits your racing needs. But beware—changing events without updating your policy could leave you unprotected!

    ⚠️Bottom Line? Ensure you're covered before you rev up those engines!

    🏁👉 Contact Us: For more insights, reach out to Bruce and Brian at brian@jdchapmaninc.com or visit www.jdchapmaninc.com.

    Call us at 315-986-4062 for personalized advice.Subscribe now for more thrilling insurance tales and expert tips!

    🎧IsItCovered, #TrackInsurance, #HighPerformanceDriving, #InsurancePodcast, #JDChapmanInsurance, #RacingSafety, #PodcastTeaser, #InsuranceAdvice,
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    8 m
  • Hazmat Cleanup Needed After Reptile Incident | Is It Covered?

    Hazmat Cleanup Needed After Reptile Incident | Is It Covered?
    Apr 29 2025
    A normal day turns into a hazmat nightmare when a reptile enthusiast’s home setup goes terribly wrong—and suddenly a basement full of exotic pets needs professional cleanup.

    In this episode of Is It Covered?, Bruce and Brian Chapman break down a real insurance claim where heat lamps, home businesses, and policy exclusions all collide in the worst way.

    ✓ Why exotic pets and home businesses need special insurance
    ✓ What typical homeowners policies exclude (and why)
    ✓ How one electrical malfunction led to a very expensive lesson

    Whether you're an insurance agent or just wondering how far your policy really protects you, you’ll want to hear this one. (And maybe check your heat lamps.)

    🎧 Listen now—and learn why "covered" isn't always guaranteed.

    Interested in talking with Bruce or Brian about your insurance needs? Reach out!
    📧 Bruce@jdchapmaninc.com | 📧 Brian@jdchapmaninc.com | ☎ 315-986-4062

    #InsuranceClaim #HomeInsurance #BusinessInsurance #PetInsurance #RealInsuranceQuestions
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    6 m
  • Your Pet Caused a Car Accident | Is It Covered?

    Your Pet Caused a Car Accident | Is It Covered?
    Apr 22 2025
    A lazy Sunday turns chaotic when your pet bolts into the street—and a driver swerves, crashes, and suddenly you might be on the hook.

    In this episode of Is It Covered?, Bruce and Brian Chapman tackle a real-life claims scenario that gets to the heart of liability, auto, and homeowners coverage when animals cause accidents.

    ✓ What’s covered under collision vs. comprehensive
    ✓ How homeowners liability kicks in when it’s your pet’s fault
    ✓ Why agents should remind clients: pets can trigger real claims

    Whether you're an insurance pro or just wondering how your policy holds up when chaos meets fur, this one’s for you.

    🎧 Listen now and laugh a little—because yes, even this might be covered.

    Interested in talking with Bruce or Brian about your insurance needs? Reach out!
    📧 Bruce@jdchapmaninc.com | 📧 Brian@jdchapmaninc.com | ☎ 315-986-4062

    #InsuranceClaim #LiabilityCoverage #HomeInsuranceTips #AutoInsuranceExplained #RealInsuranceQuestions
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    6 m
  • Homeowners Insurance for Bear Attacks

    Homeowners Insurance for Bear Attacks
    Apr 15 2025
    Bear in the Backyard! 🐻🏡

    You head out to dinner... and come home to find your door ripped open, your fridge raided, and a bear lounging in your living room?! Is this kind of chaos actually covered by your homeowners insurance?

    In this wild episode of “Is It Covered?”, Bruce and Brian Chapman of JD Chapman Insurance explore a real-world scenario inspired by the Adirondacks—where wildlife and insurance claims sometimes collide in unexpected ways. 🧾🪵

    ✓ Whether homeowners insurance covers bear damage (inside and outside your home)
    ✓ How dwelling, contents, and even food loss coverage might apply
    ✓ Why it’s important to know the difference between wildlife exclusions like vermin vs. large animals

    📌 Subscribe now to get smarter about your policy and enjoy another real insurance story that’s as educational as it is wild!

    🎧 New episode available now!

    #IsItCovered, #JDChapmanInsurance, #HomeownersInsurance, #BearDamage, #WildlifeClaims, #InsurancePodcast, #Adirondacks, #RealInsuranceStories, #PropertyDamage, #FamilyBusiness, #InsuranceEducation, #PodcastEpisode, #InsuranceTips, #CoveredOrNot
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    6 m
  • Farm Animals on the Loose!

    Farm Animals on the Loose!
    Apr 1 2025
    Animals on the Loose! 🐔

    What happens when your farm animals make a break for it? Are you really covered if your cow crashes through a neighbor’s fence or your pig goes rogue down the road? 🐖💨

    In this upcoming episode of “Is It Covered?”, Bruce and Brian Chapman of JD Chapman Insurance dive into real-life insurance claims involving loose livestock, unexpected escapes, and the surprising scenarios that come with rural living. 🐾

    👉 You’ll learn:
    What farm policies typically cover (and what they don’t)
    Why proper livestock liability insurance matters

    How JD Chapman’s customer-first approach brings peace of mind when things go sideways
    📌 Subscribe now so you don’t miss this wild ride through one of our most entertaining (and educational) claim stories yet!

    🎧 New episode drops next week!

    #IsItCovered, #JDChapmanInsurance, #FarmInsurance, #LivestockCoverage, #InsurancePodcast, #InsuranceClaims, #FarmLife, #AnimalsOnTheLoose, #InsuranceHumor, #FamilyBusiness, #RuralLiving, #PeaceOfMind, #InsuranceTips, #PodcastTeaser, #InsuranceEducation
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    7 m
  • My Dog Ate my Diamonds!

    My Dog Ate my Diamonds!
    Mar 25 2025
    My Dog Ate My Diamonds | Is It Covered?

    In one of the wildest claims we’ve ever heard, a client calls in with a jaw-dropping question: “My dog ate my diamond earrings… is it covered?

    ”In this episode, Bruce and Brian break down the surprising world of personal property coverage and explain how unusual situations—like pets and precious stones—are handled in the world of insurance.

    From scheduled jewelry riders to accidental damage clauses, you'll learn what is and isn’t protected when the unexpected happens.
    Spoiler: the dog’s fine. But what about the diamonds?

    Whether you're an insurance pro or just love a good story, this episode will have you laughing—and double-checking your policy.

    Bruce@jdchapmaninc.com
    315-986-4062
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    7 m
  • Stolen Car Crash: Who Pays for the Damage?

    Stolen Car Crash: Who Pays for the Damage?
    Mar 5 2025
    Is It Covered? | Stolen Car Chase Crash - Who Pays for the Damage?

    A high-speed chase. A stolen car. A massive crash. Who’s footing the bill?Today, we’re tackling a wild scenario sent in by Rick from Minute Man Press: What happens if a stolen car crashes into you during a police chase? Who’s responsible for the damage to your car, your medical bills, and the overall headache that comes with it?

    In this episode, hosts Bruce and Brian Chapman of JD Chapman Insurance Agency will cover: How New York’s no-fault insurance impacts medical claims (hello, PIP coverage!). Why collision coverage or uninsured motorist protection is your best bet for car damage.

    The harsh truth about suing a car thief (spoiler: good luck collecting!). Whether the police or city could ever be held liable (hint: not likely, but possible!).

    The importance of SUM (Supplementary Uninsured Motorist) Coverage—your secret weapon in cases like these.

    Bottom Line?
    • Your PIP covers medical bills.
    • Your collision or uninsured motorist coverage handles vehicle repairs.
    • Lawsuits? A tough road.
    • The best protection? Having the right insurance BEFORE disaster strikes!
    Have a crazy insurance question? Drop it in the comments or send it our way! We just might break it down in a future episode.

    Subscribe for more real-world insurance stories, expert advice, and answers to the question: Is it covered?

    Like, Share & Subscribe to stay informed and protected!Interesed in talking with Bruce or Brian about your insurance needs? Reach out!

    Bruce@jdchapmaninc.com
    Brian@jdchapmaninc.com
    315-986-4062
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    8 m
  • How to Insure your Canna-Business

    How to Insure your Canna-Business
    Feb 25 2025
    Insuring a Cannabis Business – Is It Covered? | Is It Covered? Podcast

    Can you insure a licensed cannabis business?

    Yes—but it’s complicated! In this episode, Bruce and Brian Chapman break down the unique risks and essential coverages for dispensaries, growers, and distributors. From liability to property protection, we’ve got you covered.

    What you’ll learn:
    • Key insurance policies every cannabis business needs
    • Common risks and how to protect your assets
    • Real-world claims and expert advice


    Subscribe, like, and drop your questions in the comments!

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    • Bruce@jdchapmaninc.com
    • 315-986-4062
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    10 m
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