Author Archives: Stacie

Idaho Biker Fakes Accident, Gets Jail Time

Posted on May 11, 2012 by Stacie

We’re used to hearing about insurance scams where accidents are staged by drivers working in teams, but in Idaho things are a bit simpler. Jason Preston of Blackfoot filed an insurance claim stating his motorcycle had been wrecked, and he … Continue reading →

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Video: Insurance and Modified Cars

Posted on May 4, 2012 by Stacie

This video is a great source of car insurance “mythbusting” including addressing insurance on modified cars. Enjoy!

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PA Farmers Address Safety

Posted on April 27, 2012 by Stacie

For most of us, avoiding farm equipment when we’re driving isn’t an issue, but for people in rural communities, like parts of York County, PA, farmers and regular drivers get into small fender-bender type accidents several times a year. That’s … Continue reading →

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Michigan Repeals Motorcycle Helmet Law

Posted on April 20, 2012 by Stacie

A battle that has been raging in Michigan for decades came to an end last Friday, April 13th, when Governor Rick Snyder announced that he’d signed into law a repeal of a mandate requiring adult motorcyclists to wear helmets. Now, … Continue reading →

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Mississippi Sheriff Wants ATV Laws

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Stacie

While most Mississippi residents who own four-wheelers use them only on their own property, sometimes people take them onto the roads, which is quasi-legal. Why “quasi?” Under Mississippi traffic laws, you’re allowed to drive your ATV on public property if … Continue reading →

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Video: How to Get High-Risk Auto Insurance

Posted on April 6, 2012 by Stacie

Last week, we talked about a non-standard auto insurance company that was looking to expand. This week, we have a video about how to obtain non-standard (also known as high risk) auto insurance:

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Peachtree Casualty Purchased by Personable Holdings

Posted on March 30, 2012 by Stacie

Peachtree Casualty Insurance Company, a non-standard insurer covering about 18,000 drivers in its home state of Florida as well as neighboring Georgia has recently announced its acquisition by Personable Holdings, Inc., an equity firm based in California, and formed last … Continue reading →

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