Being a volunteer Reserve Officer in the Traffic Division at a local law enforcement agency in Colorado is a very rewarding aspect of my life but also a very dangerous one. I wanted to share some tips in case you are ever in the unfortunate situation of being pulled over for a traffic stop.
Category Archives: Auto Insurance
Understanding Rental Car Coverage
It’s my experience that one of the most frequently asked questions policyholders have after being involved in an automobile accident is this one: “Does my insurance policy cover the cost for me to obtain a rental car while my car is being repaired in the shop?” If you find yourself in a situation where you […]
A Growing Epidemic: Texting While Driving
Original post authored by Jones-Wilson Insurance and shared with their permission. Somewhere there is a 17-year-old student who will never see senior prom, a college student who will never see graduation and a young adult that will never have the opportunity to have children. Why? Texting while driving.
Winter Driving Safety Tips: Protect Yourself While Driving in the Snow and Ice
Original post authored by Eaton & Berube Insurance and shared with their permission. Although the weather can be unpredictable, we expect the winter season to be accompanied by freezing rain, sleet, snow, and ice, and just a slight amount of winter precipitation can result in dangerous driving conditions. From battling freezing rain and snow to […]
5 Steps to Simplify Your Claims Process
Have you ever been involved in a car accident? Did you work with an insurance company after the accident? If you answered yes, it’s possible you had some questions about the claims process. It can be a stressful time but there are some steps you can take to help make that process much easier. If you’re ever, […]
Why You Need Transportation Expenses Coverage
Row of Cars
Oftentimes, when damage occurs as a result of an auto accident, the vehicle can be rendered undrivable. When such an occurrence presents itself, you can find yourself in a tough situation if your auto insurance policy doesn’t provide coverage for you to rent a car while your vehicle is in the shop.
The Red Car Surcharge and Seven Other Auto Insurance Myths
Original post authored by HUB International and shared with their permission. Have you always dreamed of owning a sporty red convertible, but hesitated because of high insurance costs? You may be pleasantly surprised to find out that some choices (like car color) have far less impact on insurance rates than most people think, while other unrecognized factors […]
What to Do (and Not Do) After an Accident
If you’ve ever been in an accident, you may recall scrambling to try to figure out what to do and, more importantly, what not to do. A vehicle accident is never a pleasant experience for anyone involved. Nevertheless, as you make the first report of a claim, you can alleviate some of the confusion that can often surface after […]