Shell Oil Safety Alert!
Here are some reasons why we don't allow cell phones in operating areas, propylene oxide handling and storage area, propane, gas and diesel refueling areas.
The following is the very detailed description of a car accident experienced by one of my clients, from "crash to courthouse". This is a complete account of what you may expect to encounter if you have a minor fender bender on our streets:
My car accident in Marbella
Two men were injured recently in an Explosion/Fire at a condo in Bethania. The victims were doing maintenance in the kitchen/laundry area of Apt. 5-A when the gas blew! One is in serious condition, see the La Prensa link here:
Should I Import My Used Car to Panama Or Buy One There?
I get this question often and have been reluctant to give advice. It can be an easy process or a nightmare.....anything can happen after your favorite used vehicle arrives to Panama! Here is a great perspective:
Interesting article detailing fatalities by state, work lost and medical costs as a result of auto accidents: http://www.foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2012/05/25/most-dangerous-states-to-drive-in/
From my good friend, Bob Askew............
The auto title change process in Pma is a 3-step process:
Step 1 is a trip (buyer and seller go) to one of the Municipio offices (it's not DMV). The Municipio office in Balboa (old CZ) next to the Niko's Cafeteria is usually convenient and opens early (7 a.m. I think)
Interesting article from Forbes about the current state of Health Insurance. Be sure to read the Comments section: http://www.forbes.com/sites/aroy/2012/05/21/putting-the-insurance-back-in-health-insurance/
Bupa is one of the most experienced insurers providing health insurance products to residents of Latin America and the Caribbean.
With more than 30 years of experience in the market, Amedex and International Health Insurance danmark now join Bupa’s strength and expertise to create one of the largest specialist insurers for the region, with more than 175,000 members from more than 42 countries across Latin America and the Caribbean.