First, I want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Please be safe. Second, for those of you driving, I want to give you my top 10 list, if you will, of safe driving tips this holiday season. 1. Do NOT…
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Read your policy
Yes, today’s topic is to read! That is it. Just read. You have a four day weekend coming up and I think you should spend an hour reading. Okay, not just any reading, but read your policy. I am surprised…
FAQ: Uninsured motorist coverage and waivers
Q: I do not want uninsured motorist coverage. What do I have to do? A: You MUST waive uninsured motorist coverage in writing. The law requires that every insurer offer you uninsured motorist coverage. If you do not want it,…
Recommendation for insurance broker
I always tell you to shop around for insurance. Well, a few people have asked me who I use. I thought I would let everyone know. My broker is Jacqueline Doench at Warren Bender and Co. Her number is 916…
No More Runners in DC
Some of you must be thinking that they got rid of the DC marathon or something. Wait, did they ever have a marathon in DC? Anyway, no, you are still allowed to run in DC. But, you cannot be a…
FAQ: Does being sued hurt you?
Q: I caused an accident and my insurance company did not settle. Is being sued going to affect me? A: Maybe. Is it going to affect your day to day life? Probably not. Here are a few ways it can…
Myth: Adjusters are your friend
I just read this on Ben Glass’ Northern Virginia Injury Board website. Ben is among the best of the best in terms of personal injury lawyers. He is known nationally and is a great guy. That being said, people often…
FAQ: Whose name goes on the check?
Question: I got in an accident. Whose name goes on the check? Answer: The named insured MUST be listed on the check under 99% of circumstances. If the car is repairable, the insured’s name must be on the check. If…
Myths and Reality: A new category
I am tired of it. I am tired of the lies, tired of the mis-information, tired of the attempts of people to sell you a bunch of whooey. (Yes, that is the technical term.) So, now, I am going to…
FAQ: What are economic damages?
Q: I have heard that I can recover economic damages after an accident. What does that mean? This comes up primarily in the area of Prop. 213 cases. As you know from reading this blog, if you fall under Prop….