Despite certain negative stereotypes, older adults are often skilled and safe drivers because they have decades of experience. Unfortunately, those at or past the age of retirement still have more risk when it comes to crashes, although not how some people might...
Year: 2020
How to tell your car insurance agent you were in an accident
It should be easy enough to file a car insurance claim, but that’s not always the case. Even if you have a good relationship with your agent, things can quickly take a turn for the worse. There are things you should and shouldn’t do when telling your car insurance...
The financial consequences of a car crash for your family
If you get into a serious car crash where you or one of your family members suffers an injury, you may be grateful just to know that everyone survived the collision. However, while gratitude and a positive attitude can make coping with life after an accident easier,...
Will the other driver have enough insurance to protect you?
You probably know that it is the insurance of the at-fault driver that will cover expenses from a car crash. What you may not realize is that there are many crashes where the at-fault driver doesn't have enough coverage to adequately compensate you if you are...
Don’t ignore crash-related injuries to make your tee time
You were on your way to a mid-morning tee time with friends when another driver ran a red light and t-boned your car. Once the cops come to take your statements and issue the other driver a ticket, you might feel eager to get on with your day. You might want to brush...
How to understand the value of a personal injury case
If you suffer any type of injury as a result of another person’s negligence, such as in a motor vehicle accident, you must do two things: Receive immediate medical treatment and follow the advice of your doctor Learn more about your legal rights for filing a personal...
Your own insurance can help in the wake of a serious car wreck
After a serious motor vehicle collision, you probably have more expenses than income. That crash could have caused massive damage to your vehicle or even left it totaled, meaning the insurance company wants you to replace it instead of trying to repair it. Beyond...