I am pleased to announce the creation of the Personal Injury Podcast series. Currently, episode 1 is available. This episode covers the basics of automobile insurance. It can be found by following this link. Unlike some podcasts, there is no…
Posts Categorized In: Auto Insurance
Teenagers and Accidents
People always ask me why it is so expensive to insure teenagers. I tell them that teenagers, especially boys, are more likely to drive fast, show off, and not pay attention. This leads to more accidents. And now the statistics…
Classic Car Insurance
Yes, it exists. It can be expensive. But, is it worth the extra money? I think it is. There is one major difference between a policy for a classic car and a standard auto policy. That difference: how much you…
You are in an Accident with No Insurance: Who is at fault?
I keep seeing people ask this same question and there is no response out there. So, here is the answer. I guess I need to first ask the question: If you are involved in an auto accident and you do…
Insurance for 30 days?
There is a kid in college who wants to insure his car for 30 days – long enough for his holiday break from school. He does not want insurance any longer than the break. Can he get it? Probably not….
Insurance Needs in Other Countries
If you travel, and who does not like to travel, you may find yourself driving in a foreign country. It is not uncommon, especially for people in LA, San Diego, Tucson, and other southern parts, to drive into Mexico. Similarly,…
A Bad Decision from West Virginia – Insurance Coverage for Free
As you probably know from reading this blog, I am pr0-consumer. I believe that the insurance companies do not hold up their end of the bargain – primarily through treating their customers poorly. However, there is a time and a…
Uninsured Motorist Coverage: Is it a rip-off?
The title, and the topic, came from a google search that someone did. It is a valid question. My answer: uninsured motorist coverage is not a rip-off. In fact, it is a very good coverage at a very good price….
Your Car is a Total Loss: Now What?
So you get in an accident and your car is a total loss, now what? First, you want the car taken out of the body shop. The body shop will charge storage, and if the other insurance company is going…
Your Kids and Driving
What do you do when your 18 year old wants to drive? How do you make sure that his reckless driving does not effect you? I have a solution. Get your 18 year old his/her own car. I know it…