Car accidents are overwhelming, even if no one’s hurt and the damage looks minor. But once the adrenaline fades, you’re left with questions: Do I need to call my insurance agent? What if the other ...

A step-by-step guide for what to do if your car is damaged by a crash, flood, fire, storm, or other disaster By Benjamin Preston Over the past few years, widespread flooding, wildfires, and violent ...

Learn how a car crash might affect your auto insurance rates.

Car accidents are a fact of life, but no one has time for them. Even a minor collision involves paperwork and processes. And whether your accident was a simple fender bender or a multi-car pileup, ...

How long do car insurance claims take to settle? After a car accident, a primary concern for many drivers is how long it will take for their insurance claim to be settled. While a simple claim might ...

Scott Nyerges is a former senior editor and content strategist at U.S. News & World Report, where he led coverage of car insurance and other personal insurance lines. He's also served as a managing ...