Automobile Accidents

• Seat belts

  Don Jacobs | June 20, 2008 7:38 PM | 0 CommentsVancouver, WA

  Both Oregon and Washington require you wear a seat belt while driving or occupying a vehicle. Both states can issue fines if they catch someone violating the law. In Oregon, the law can also be used...

• Cell phones

  Don Jacobs | June 18, 2008 7:08 PM | 1 CommentVancouver, WA

  It looks like an entire state population may be forced to buy a hands free cell phone device come July. At least the portion of the population that uses a cell phone while driving. The state of...

• Repaying your insurance

  Don Jacobs | June 11, 2008 8:54 PM | 0 CommentsVancouver, WA

  Many consumers injured in auto collisions are surprised to learn they have to repay their own insurance company when the case is settled. The obligation comes from a clause in the insurance policy...

• The high cost of expert witnesses

  Don Jacobs | June 07, 2008 7:39 PM | 1 CommentVancouver, WA

  So you get in a car accident and injure yourself. Fortunately, the other guy had insurance. You treat for your injuries and heal up fairly well. You have some chiropractic bills, a bill from the...

• Independent medical exams

  Don Jacobs | June 03, 2008 7:47 PM | 0 CommentsVancouver, WA

  Ever had to make a claim with your auto insurance company for medical bills because of an accident? This type of coverage is commonly referred to as Personal Injury Protection, or “PIP” coverage. If...

• Auto accidents and insurance companies

  Don Jacobs | May 22, 2008 4:33 PM | 0 CommentsVancouver, WA

  Although there are exceptions, most people who cause an accident feel pretty bad about it. They typically express remorse at the scene. Many even call up the person they hurt sometime later to see...

• Medical insurance

  Don Jacobs | May 19, 2008 4:03 PM | 0 CommentsVancouver, WA

  It’s often said Americans without health insurance are just one major illness away from bankruptcy. If a serious illness or injury hits, your family can be saddled with enormous medical bills. The...

• Auto accidents and increased insurance rates

  Don Jacobs | May 16, 2008 10:51 PM | 0 CommentsVancouver, WA

  Many consumers find their insurance company very easy to deal with as long as they make every payment on time. The agent, if your company uses one, is essentially in sales and understands the...

• Auto Insurance 101

  Don Jacobs | May 13, 2008 10:50 PM | 1 CommentVancouver, WA

  Who out there ever reads their insurance policy? When you first purchase your policy, you should be provided with a multi page booklet setting out all the terms of the contract. Attached to the...

• Health Insurance and Auto Accidents

  Don Jacobs | May 01, 2008 8:35 PM | 0 CommentsVancouver, WA

  Although many consumers carry personal injury protection (PIP) coverage on their auto, the minimal limits sold in Oregon and Washington are $15,000 and $10,000 respectively. If you require...