Q: My car was repossessed. A collection agency called and they are threatening to take my furniture and other car. Can they do that? A: They cannot take your other car or furniture. They can only file suit for a…
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The Medical Malpractice Hoax
Public Citizen came out with a new report. There is no medical malpractice crisis. OOPS! The insurance companies and doctors apparently forgot to tell us that! The report can be found here. The report states “The real problems are a…
Allstate to stop selling insurance in California?
In an interesting move, Allstate may stop selling homeowners insurance in California. The information comes from Allstate agents who wished not to be named. The company, of course, denies the truth to this report. Insurance companies are odd. The apparent…
Too many lawsuits? I think not
Instead of giving you my position on this issue, I post from the New York Times: By ADAM COHEN Jack Cline is in a hospital here fighting for his life, stricken by leukemia that he says he got from exposure…
FAQ: How do I figure out what a dog bite is worth?
Q: I was bit by a dog. How do I figure out what a dog bite case is worth? A: Dog bites are some of the more complicated cases to evaluate. There are a lot of factors to consider. These…
State Farm Told to Pay
In an update on a Hurricane Katrina case, State Farm has been ordered to pay $2.5 million in damages to a couple whose home was destroyed in the hurricane. State Farm said an appeal is likely. (Have they ever lost…
California Debt Blog: More FREE Information
As you know from reading this blog, the information I give you here is FREE. It doesn’t cost you anything to read what I have written, check out the sources I have given you, and educate yourself. I am a…
FAQ: Do I have to tell them about my dog?
Q: I have a dog. What happens if I do not tell my insurance company about my dog? A: First, having a dog does not exclude coverage for things like fire, theft, etc…. However, you should let the insurance company…
FAQ: I rent. Do I need renter’s insurance?
Q: I rent an apartment. Do I really need renter’s insurance? A: I am glad you asked about this. More renters need to get renters insurance. It is relatively inexpensive (under $300 per year) and provides great coverage. First, your…
FAQ: My kid’s insurance rates are too high. What can I do?
Q: My kid is on my insurance policy. The rates are through the roof. What can I do? A: As for best rates, that is a tricky question. A – Go to www.insurance.ca.gov and you can check on the rate…