More than 10,000 people die every year in car accidents that involve at least one driver who is under the influence of alcohol or narcotics. And while the number of accidents involving alcohol is in the tens of thousands, about 1.5 million people are arrested annually for driving under the influence, according to the National…Read more
What is Gap Insurance?
It’s the nightmare scenario for any new car buyer. You drive it off the lot and a few days later another driver runs a red light, smashing into your car and severely mangling most of the front end and irreparably damaging the frame – essentially totaling the vehicle. Luckily nobody was injured, but will insurance…Read more
Are You Covered if You Borrow a Car?
One Saturday afternoon your friend calls you up and asks: “Dude, can I borrow your car for a few hours today? Mine’s in the shop.” You don’t think much about it and hand over your keys. But what do you do if your friend has an accident? Will your insurance cover the damage, or does…Read more
Does Car Insurance Cover a Rental Car?
WHEN YOUR car gets damaged in an accident or stolen, the repair or recovery cost is only part of the story. Without another vehicle available, your only recourse may be to rent one. The good news is that your policy may already include coverage to defray the cost of a rental. The standard personal auto…Read more
Want to Drive for Uber? Better Check Your Insurance
To make ends meet, or to build up their nest eggs, many people have turned to moonlighting as Uber or Lyft drivers. However, if you are planning to make some spending money, you need to understand that doing so could invalidate your personal auto policy. Uber and Lyft are so-called “ride-sharing” mobile apps that connect…Read more
Determining Fault in an Auto Accident
Determining who is legally responsible in an auto accident requires identifying who the negligent party is. In most cases, common sense can be used to determine fault, but often drivers do not know exactly which laws were broken by the at-fault party. This makes it more difficult to prove a case to an insurer when…Read more
Caution: The Car You Want To Buy May Have Been Flooded
A car that has survived a flood can be a major repair waiting to happen. Water, particularly salt water, can have major effects on a car, depending on how deeply it was submerged and for how long. According to a new study, these cars are becoming more prevalent. The study, by vehicle history expert Carfax,…Read more
Auto Insurance Rates Are Going Up
Get ready to pay more for auto insurance. A combination of factors is pushing car insurance premiums up across the country. The reasons are varied, but they all combine to result in higher premiums for car owners from coast to coast. Here’s what’s behind the coming rate hikes – and some tips on how you…Read more
Why Insurance Rates are Increasing
We are often asked why are insurance rates increasing? I didn’t file a claim or get a ticket. Insurance premiums are a function of these factors: The perception of future risks, recent catastrophic claims and the return available on investment. Huge fires and other disasters factor in, such as the Colorado Springs blazes earlier this…Read more
5 Insurance Changes to Make When You Retire
Whether you plan to travel the world, run marathons, serve your community or spend more time with family, retirement will bring radical changes in the ways you spend your time. And whenever life changes, so do the risks you face — which means retirement is a good time to look closely at your insurance coverage.…Read more
