You Or Your Car: Who Is Insured?
Posted: July 15, 2016
Auto insurance policies are written in complex legal language and most people will purchase a policy without fully understanding what is actually covered. So if you get in an accident while driving another person's car, will your auto insurance policy cover you? What about while you are driving a rental car? The fact is that each policy is different and typically the liability coverage follows...
High Speeds Can Lead to High Insurance Costs
Posted: July 8, 2016
How many times has the following happened to you? You’re speeding down I-10 when you spot a patrol car. You quickly hit the brakes and slow down, relieved that you didn’t get caught … this time. Now take a minute to think what could have happened if you hadn’t been so lucky. Imagine if it had been one of your kids! First, your speeding could have hurt somebody...
Summer Driving Safety Tips
Posted: June 15, 2016
Ah, summertime – road trips, family vacations, and… teen drivers. If you have a teen driver in the family, he or she is going to want to drive more than during school days. Keeping everyone safe becomes more of a concern during the summer months. There are thousands of younger drivers on the road, many of whom don't have extensive driving experience, thereby increasing the...
Safe Driving Talk Tips for Your Teen
Posted: June 8, 2016
When teens begin to drive, the sobering statistics start to pile up. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and the National Safety Council, for teen drivers: Car crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens ages 14 through 18. A teen’s crash risk is three times that of more experienced drivers. Being in a car with three or more teen...
4 Unexpected Incidents That Can Cause a Car Accident
Posted: May 23, 2016
This summer in Metairie, you or your teen might be headed out on a road trip, to a state park, or maybe just for a quick visit to a friend's house. But, if you experience an unusual (but not unheard of) problem, you could be headed for an accident. Here is some general guidance that may help you reach your destination safely: The brakes go out...