Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Insurance Solutions
Founded in 1923, JS Braddock Agency has grown from a small home-based operation to a trusted insurance provider with eight offices across New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Our team of experienced professionals, including dedicated risk managers and account executives, specializes in delivering tailored insurance solutions for businesses, families, and public entities. With over 15 commercial insurance carriers represented, we prioritize personalized service and strategic risk management to meet diverse client needs.Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our long-standing partnerships, including The Barclay Group, and our focus on building lasting relationships grounded in trust and transparency. As a locally rooted agency, we combine deep industry expertise with a client-centric approach to ensure comprehensive protection for our policyholders.
Services
Commercial Insurance
Home Insurance
Workers Compensation
Risk Management
Public Entity Insurance
Cyber Liability
Flood Insurance
Auto Insurance
Boat Insurance
Recreational Vehicle Insurance
Details
- Year established: 1923
Highlights and features
- We have over 100 years of experience serving New Jersey and Pennsylvania clients.
- We represent 15+ commercial insurance carriers for competitive coverage options.
- Our dedicated risk managers provide strategic safety assessments and advocacy.
- We offer personalized service through locally-based, experienced account executives.
- We maintain partnerships with The Barclay Group for expanded industry resources.
Services
Commercial Insurance
We provide tailored commercial insurance solutions for businesses of all sizes, including auto, property, liability, and workers' compensation policies. Our agency represents over 15 carriers to ensure competitive rates and comprehensive protection. Our risk management experts help clients identify exposures and implement safety strategies to minimize claims and litigation risks.
Risk Management
Our dedicated risk managers conduct comprehensive assessments of insurance programs to identify safety gaps and liability exposures. We offer OSHA-compliant training, claims advocacy, and data analysis to help businesses and public entities reduce incidents. Services include safety committee support, loss forecasting tools, and customized risk control programs for schools and organizations.
Public Entity Insurance
We specialize in insurance solutions for schools, municipalities, and public agencies, offering coverage forms like cyber liability, crisis management, and school leaders' errors & omissions. Our team provides dedicated claims advocacy and market representation to ensure robust protection. Services include environmental pollution coverage, drone liability, and security guard liability policies tailored to public sector needs.
Personal Insurance
We offer comprehensive personal insurance packages including auto, home, flood, boat, and recreational vehicle coverage. Our agents help clients bundle policies for cost savings and provide detailed policy reviews to ensure adequate protection. We serve families across New Jersey and Pennsylvania with personalized service through local office locations.
Workers Compensation
We provide workers' compensation insurance solutions with focus on risk reduction and claims management support. Our services include light duty program analysis, return-to-work planning, and workers' compensation modification factor tracking. We partner with multiple carriers to offer competitive rates while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations for businesses of all sizes.
People
John Latimer
President
John Latimer leads JS Braddock Agency as President, bringing decades of insurance expertise since joining The Barclay Group in 2000. He oversees strategic growth and maintains industry partnerships to enhance client services across commercial and public entity sectors.
Kathleen M. Scales
Resident Vice President
Kathleen Scales served as Resident Vice President for nearly 50 years before retiring in 2022. She played a pivotal role in expanding the agency's operations and maintaining its reputation for personalized service and professional excellence.
Thomas J. McLaughlin
Vice President
Thomas McLaughlin joined the agency in 2002 and now serves as Vice President responsible for commercial sales production. He specializes in developing customized insurance solutions for businesses while maintaining the agency's commitment to client relationships.
Michael Houlihan
Senior Account Executive
Michael Houlihan provides expert insurance consulting as a senior account executive, focusing on commercial risk management and policy customization. With extensive experience in the industry, he helps businesses navigate complex coverage requirements and implement effective protection strategies.
Audrey Brick
Senior Claims Specialist
Audrey Brick serves as Senior Claims Specialist, offering dedicated support to policyholders throughout the claims process. Her expertise ensures timely resolution of claims while maintaining the agency's standards of professionalism and client advocacy.
Questions
What types of insurance do you offer?
We provide commercial insurance (auto, property, liability), personal insurance (auto, home, flood), and specialized coverage for public entities including schools and municipalities.
How can you help with business risk management?
Our risk managers conduct safety assessments, provide OSHA-compliant training, and implement loss control programs to reduce liability exposures and workers' compensation claims.
Do you serve clients outside New Jersey?
Yes, we serve clients across Pennsylvania through our eight office locations while maintaining local expertise in both states.
Can I get a free insurance quote online?
Yes, our website offers quick quote forms for personal and commercial insurance, or you can contact our office directly for customized policy recommendations.
What sets your agency apart from others?
With 100+ years of experience and partnerships with 15+ carriers, we combine local service with industry expertise to deliver personalized insurance solutions and dedicated claims advocacy.
