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Here are a few tips and common myths about the wonderful world of car insurance, from basic maintenance to collision coverage and beyond.
If you are in an accident and the other driver was at-fault, you can include the damages to the car seat in your property damage liability claim.
If you are in an accident and the other driver was at-fault, you can include the damages to the car seat in your property damage liability claim.
Collision coverage would cover your pet’s vet expenses if it’s stated in your policy.
Collision coverage would cover your pet’s vet expenses if it’s stated in your policy.
Without a police report, it’s very difficult to prove who caused the accident, and you don’t want to end up in a “he said/she said” debacle. Stay at the scene, call 911 and wait for help to arrive.
Without a police report, it’s very difficult to prove who caused the accident, and you don’t want to end up in a “he said/she said” debacle. Stay at the scene, call 911 and wait for help to arrive.
For new cars, this is usually between 5,000 and 10,000 miles, depending on what kind of car you drive and the type of oil you use. Your engine will last longer if you keep up with oil changes!
For new cars, this is usually between 5,000 and 10,000 miles, depending on what kind of car you drive and the type of oil you use. Your engine will last longer if you keep up with oil changes!
Renting a car can sometimes be a lengthy and messy process, and having insurance may make it go more smoothly. If you have liability coverage, you can simply buy the physical damage waiver since your regular policy covers this.
Renting a car can sometimes be a lengthy and messy process, and having insurance may make it go more smoothly. If you have liability coverage, you can simply buy the physical damage waiver since your regular policy covers this.
If you have collision coverage, your insurance will replace a car seat involved in an accident. If you do not have collision coverage, you will be expected to pay the costs of the claim out-of-pocket, so it is crucial that you have this coverage. Source
If you’re unable to work after you’re in a car accident, loss of income coverage may cover part of your wages, up to your policy limits. With Alfa®, loss of income coverage pays 85% of your monthly income, up to $750 per month for up to one year after the date of the accident due to continuous total disability (for you, your spouse, family member or any other person occupying your car). Source
As difficult as it may be, try not to make emotional statements such as, “I’m so sorry this happened.” These words can be taken out of context and used against you as an admission of guilt. You don’t want to accept any liability for the accident if you are not at fault. Source
After a car accident, you’ll have enough to worry about - paying to replace the items that were inside of your car is an added worry. Thankfully, if your luggage and clothing is lost or damaged in a car accident, you may have coverage, up to the policy limits. Alfa® covers this up to $500. Source
You should consider adding Loss of Use coverage to your policy. Loss of Use coverage will provide transportation to you when you have been in a covered accident and are unable to use your vehicle. Whether you take a taxi, a bus, or rent a car while yours is being fixed, Loss of Use coverage can help you not miss a beat. Your agent can help you determine how much Loss of Use coverage you need to keep your daily life from being interrupted after being in a covered accident. Source
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