Auto Insurance

When you make a car insurance claim, you pay the deductible before coverage kicks in. Comprehensive and collision coverage (which can pay for damage to your car) typically include deductibles. In some states, uninsured/underinsured property damage and personal injury protection claims also require deducible payments. How Deductibles Affect Auto Insurance Premiums Insurers use several metrics […]

Thanks to an unusual convergence of market trends, ushered in by the pandemic and followed by other disruptive events, you may see a bigger change to the cost of your home and auto insurance than usual when it comes time to renew your policies this year. Insurance rates are based on what an insurer thinks […]

April Is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Engaging in activities such as texting, using social media, adjusting the GPS or radio and consuming food while driving can reduce a driver’s reaction time, leading to accidents. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), distracted driving killed 3,522 people in 2021— nearly 10% of all U.S. […]

Car insurance is a vital safeguard for drivers that is often legally required by states. Specifically, auto liability insurance (a standard component of a car insurance policy) can help pay for damages you cause to others in an accident, saving you from costly out-of-pocket expenses. For example, if you rear-end another car, your liability coverage […]