Everyone makes mistakes. We are human, after all. But when you are involved in a car accident, what I prefer to call a car crash, there are some mistakes that you can easily avoid. Here are 5 mistakes to avoid…
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Send a text and be liable for a car accident?
The first time I saw this story, I thought it had to be a joke. It was some mid-August prank. But, after doing some checking, it turns out that it is real! Two judges in New Jersey’s court of appeals…
Pay as You Drive Insurance Increasing in Popularity
A new study says that pay as you drive auto insurance is increasing in popularity. From Autoblog.com: “A survey by Lynx Research Consulting reportedly found that over 33 percent of drivers would consider signing up for a pay-as-you-drive plan, which…
The increasing cost of car insurance
CNN/Money has a new article out on the rising price of car insurance. I did not know this, but car insurance prices have gone up 23% over the last five years which is more than twice the rise in consumer…
Car insurance rates change based on education
We all know how you drive affects your insurance. Your experience, your driving record, your past number of accidents, all contribute to how much you pay for insurance. But, there are also a number of other factors that affect your…
FAQ: When can I get rid of collision coverage for my car?
Question: I do not think I need collision coverage for my car anymore. When can I get rid of it? Answer: This is a tricky question. Its a lot harder to answer than you think and there is no one…
Diminished value and loss of use
So many times I have people call me up and tell me that their car was damaged in an accident, repaired, but now they think it is worth less. And you know what? They are right. Think about it. If…
FAQ: What insurance do I need?
Question: I don’t know what insurance I should have. How do I figure that out? Answer: This is a tricky question. Let’s start with the basics. (I am going to skip life and health insurance since those are significantly more…
5 secrets from a former insurance adjuster
Okay, so maybe you have always wondered what goes on inside an insurance company. Sadly, not much. But, there are some things you should know. 1. INSURANCE COMPANIES TRACK EVERY CLAIM YOU ARE INVOLVED IN Yes, they track EVERY claim,…
Why you should hire an attorney who understands an adjuster
I was exchanging emails today with a friend of mine who is also a personal injury attorney. He understands how the world of insurance works so none of this will be a surprise to him. But, a lot of attorneys…