May 6, 2013
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Commercial Auto Insurance, Home Insurance
insurance East Grand Rapids MI There are more cars on the road each year. This can lead to a higher possibility of a collision for you and your family. If you get in a car accident, the car insurance you own can make a large difference in how much you have to pay. So how do you know what insurance you need and how much to buy? Insurance requirements vary by state/province, but typically include the following: Liability: It pays for damages due to personal injury and damage to property where you are responsible. Bodily injury damages can include medical expenses, and lost wages. Property damage includes car repair costs and loss of use of property. If you are in legal trouble, it also pays your court costs. Recommended, more comprehensive levels of liability insurance can be purchased that cover more events than the lower, state-mandated insurance. Personal Injury Protection: This is mandated in some states and is optional in others. It pays you or your passengers for medical treatment resulting from a crash, regardless of who may have been at fault, and is often called no-fault coverage. It can also cover lost wages, replacement of services and funeral expenses. State law typically sets minimum amounts. Medical Payments: Medical payment coverage is available in states that are not considered no-fault; it pays despite who may be responsible. All reasonable medical or funeral expenses will be covered under this type of coverage. Collision: This pays for damages to your car caused by an accident. Comprehensive: Protect your car from damages from other sources by purchasing this type of coverage. This includes protection from burglary, vandalism, and fire or flood damage. Uninsured Motorist: Thousands of drivers are breaking the law by driving a car without purchasing the right amount of car insurance. This insurance will cover you if one of these drivers hit you. Under-Insured Motorist: Just like uninsured motorist protection, this kind of insurance protects you against people driving without sufficient insurance protection. Emergency road service, car rental, and other types of coverage can also be purchased.