Jeff Newbill

Car Insurance Applications: What If You Lie?

Slightly more than half of all applicants for auto insurance don’t tell the truth, trying to save a few bucks on premiums , according to a survey of 3,000 consumers by insurance marketplace CoverHound.comCertainly, car insurance is expensive, and in one survey, almost two-thirds of the drivers who submitted false information to insurers said they did so to save money. A Consumer Federation of America…

Geckos, double-checks, good hands? How to know which insurance is best for you.

We all want great insurance coverage for the most affordable price, so here are some tips for finding the perfect policy for your auto.

Does My Insurance Cover This? Some Strange Yet Successful Claims

Auto insurance is mandated in most of the country in order to operate a vehicle and is extremely helpful in the event of an accident, especially when the accident was not your fault. Insurance provides financial protection to cover injuries, losses, and damages, and is a business contract between you and your insurance company. You pay a monthly, quarterly, or yearly premium, and in exchange the insurance company pays for your losses in accordance with…

Insurance Companies Force Repairs with Cheap and Dangerous Parts

Car repair is a difficult and imprecise science, but new evidence suggests that insurance companies may be making the situation worse. More than 500 automobile repair shops from 36 states have joined together in a lawsuit claiming that insurance companies have pressured them into making cheap repairs with underperforming, and in some cases dangerous, parts.

7 ways to get cheaper car insurance, no matter which company you use

The cost of car insurance varies by person. But ways to get cheaper rates and save money include making some strategic choices wherever possible.

Getting the most out of your homeowners insurance

Who pays for this auto insurance situation?

Auto insurance scenario - What to do when your car gets dings & dents in a parking lot. Claims, repairs, and taking the stress out of the situation.

What Should I Do If The Insurance Company Demands An 'Independent Medical Exam'?

Insurance companies will hire a doctor to perform an Independent Medical Examination (IME) on accident victims to determine the extent of their injuries. However, these doctors are hardly

Prevent big problems with your car insurance before you get into a crash

Attorney Brandon Hewitt from Michigan Auto Law cautioned drivers to review their auto owners policy before an accident.

Will Car Insurance Rates Increase After a DUI?

If you are convicted of drunk driving, your auto insurance company can raise your auto insurance rates. When most people are arrested for drunk driving, they are usually concerned about not going to jail, but higher insurance rates are another downside to getting a DUI. Before you enter a plea of guilty to a drunk driving offense, you may want to review your situation with a DUI lawyer in your area.

Money Matters: Shopping for auto insurance

Most people I know enjoy shopping. The same probably can’t be said for auto insurance. However, it is important for you to have the appropriate coverage just in case you get into an accident.

This insurance company wants to analyze your saliva to predict when you’ll die

A life insurance company is turning to the hot, but still unproven, field of epigenetics to try to bet on how long you’re likely to live.

A Basic Guide to Filing a Car Insurance Claim

The insurance claim process varies between states and insurers, but the basic process is the same.

A Personal Injury Attorney can Save you from these Mistakes

Hire a personal injury attorney to ensure that you do not make one of these mistakes.