I read this story yesterday and just had to write about it. In California, we have all seen the ads or the billboards that say “Slow for the Cone Zone.” The new electronic billboards say something to the effect of…
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10 Insurance Terms and Their Meanings
I thought it would be good to go back to basics today. Most people hear insurance terms and just assume they know what those words mean. But a lot of words have a special meaning in the insurance context. So,…
5 Things You Should Be Doing After A Car Accident
Most people get in a car accident and have no idea what to do. You remember learning to exchange information. But, there is actually more you should do when you are involved in a car crash. Here are 5 tips…
5 Mistakes to Avoid in Your Personal Injury Case
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…
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…