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Safe Driving Tips for Teens During the 100 Deadliest Days
The sun is shining, school’s out, and freedom is calling! But with the excitement of summer comes a period known as the “100 Deadliest Days” for teen drivers. This stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day traditionally brings with it a spike in fatal crashes involving teen drivers. Why are […]
Virginia Law Changes May Affect Thousands of Marylanders
If you are a Maryland driver who registers your vehicle in Virginia, you need to know about a new law coming this summer. Starting on July 1, 2024, Virginia drivers will no longer have the option to pay an uninsured motorist vehicle fee and drive without auto insurance coverage. Details […]
Dash Cams: The Silent Witness
via GIPHY Dashboard cameras, or “dash cams” for short, are small video cameras that are mounted in your vehicle that continuously record video as you drive. The video captured can provide valuable evidence in the event of a crash or other incident involving your car. Some of the many benefits […]
Don’t Let a Bump in the Road Ruin Your Trip: Top Road Trip Safety Tips
Before you hit the road this summer, it is good to be prepared in case the unexpected happens. RELATED: Preparing for a Successful Road Trip Breakdowns Vehicles can break down for many reasons that are outside of our control. During the summer, long drives in high temperatures can result in […]
Case Study: Caught on Camera
According to a 2021 survey from ValuePenguin, more than 20% of consumers admit to lying to their insurance providers, which constitutes some level of fraud. Insurance fraud can be classified into two categories: hard fraud and soft fraud. Hard fraud involves deliberately causing damage to collect on an insurance policy. […]
Case Study: Uninsured Division Assists Innocent Passenger with Medical Bills
The Uninsured Division (UD) is a division of the State of Maryland administered by Maryland Auto Insurance. The UD handles claims in which a Maryland resident has been injured as a result of an accident caused by another person who has no insurance to cover those injuries. A recent case […]
Safety Tips for Motorcycle Riders
For some, motorcycles can provide a sense of freedom and connection to the open road. They can also present higher risk of injury or death in the event of a crash. Because of these safety concerns, it’s critical for motorcycle riders to adopt a proactive approach to safety. According to […]
Stay Alert: Road Safety Tips for Night Shift Workers
For some people, the workday begins just as others turn in for the night. Third-shift workers typically work from 11pm – 7am in fields such as healthcare, security, and manufacturing. These employees face unique challenges, most significantly their drive home at the end of their shifts. Studies show that night […]
Budgeting Your Auto-Related Expenses
Financial Literacy Month is the perfect time to evaluate your financial health, and budgeting for auto-related expenses is a great place to start. By proactively managing your car expenses, you can ensure that you’re prepared for both routine maintenance and unforeseen repairs. Auto insurance is also a critical component of […]
Case Study: Unleashing the Truth
Insurance Fraud can be classified into two categories: hard fraud and soft fraud. Hard fraud is the deliberate falsification of a claim. Soft fraud is viewed as a crime of opportunity, such as padding a legitimate claim to gain additional money from the insurance carrier. According to the Coalition Against […]