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Car Insurance:
Introduction
If you own your own car, you probably already know a little about car insurance. You may have heard the words deductible or premium. But, do you truly understand the different parts of an auto insurance policy and do you know how to choose the best coverage?
Forty-seven states require that you have at least some kind of car insurance, so it's a good idea to know what the law requires you to have and what additional or optional coverage will help to protect you in the event of an accident.
Before purchasing auto insurance, you must consider a variety of factors including what kind of car you have, your driving record and the amount of money you are willing to pay. Understanding the simple basics of auto insurance will make you confident that the car insurance policy you choose will take care of your needs in the event of an accident.
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Auto Insurance Articles
Backer of Auto-Insurance Measure Has Ugly Record
East Bay Express - Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:05:41 GMT
Mercury Insurance Company, the sponsor of a June ballot measure that would allow auto insurers to charge higher rates to low-income drivers, appears to have engaged in numerous illegal and discriminatory practices over the years, according to a report by the state Department of Insurance obtained by the Chron . It’s not clear whether Mercury will face any penalties from its actions, but consumer ...
First Acceptance auto insurance makes a profit
The Tennessean - Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:03:31 GMT
Nashville-based automobile insurance company First Acceptance Corp. said today it made $1.5 million in profits during the second quarter ending Dec. 31, or 3 cents per share, compared to a loss of $1 million or 2 cents per share during the same quarter a year ago.
Confie Seguros Acquires Vern Fonk Insurance Services
Financial Planning.com - Mon, 08 Feb 2010 13:53:31 GMT
Confie Seguros broadens its presence with Hispanic consumers with its newest acquisition. The auto insurance provider acquired Vern Fonk Insurance Services Inc., an insurance agency in Washington and Oregon.
Insurance industry to grow by 15%
Bangkok Post - Thailand's English news - Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:03:31 GMT
Thailand's insurance industry is set for solid growth of 15% this year thanks to the improving global and domestic economies and the expanding micro-insurance sector, according to the Office of the Insurance Commission.
Gov. Patrick taps new Mass. insurance commissioner
Boston Globe - Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:42:31 GMT
Gov. Deval Patrick has named Joseph Murphy the state's new Commissioner of Division of Insurance.
History of discrimination cited against Mercury Insurance
Contra Costa Times - Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:45:11 GMT
Department of Insurance released 275-page document that shows members of military were among many groups who had difficulty getting coverage.
Group: Car Insurance Proposal Aims To Raise Rates
KGTV San Diego - Tue, 09 Feb 2010 02:13:24 GMT
A consumer watchdog group is accusing a California insurance company of cheating its customers, especially members of the military.
State program helps connect drivers with low-cost auto insurance
The Bakersfield Californian - Sat, 06 Feb 2010 20:23:06 GMT
People who feel they can't afford car liability insurance probably don't know about a state program that costs as little as $254 a year. That is substantially less than the price of a ticket in Kern County for not having insurance -- $786, court officials said.
Fremont Insurance Endorsed by Michigan Retailers Association
Insurance Journal - Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:07:20 GMT
Fremont Insurance, a Michigan-exclusive property and casualty insurance carrier, has been named as the endorsed insurer of the Michigan Retailers Association (MRA). This is the second consecutive ...
Ensuring you get the most out of your insurance
Provo Daily Herald - Sun, 07 Feb 2010 08:18:46 GMT
Over the years, I've written in this column about how to save money on your homeowners or auto insurance. Bundling the policies together with the same insurance company often cuts your bill by 15 perc