Accident due to parking offence - claims & compensation
After an accident, the liability insurance of the person responsible for the accident usually pays the damages incurred by the injured party. But what happens if the accident occurs because someone has parked incorrectly? In our guide, we explain how the question of fault is distributed in the event of a wrong-way parking accident. We also show you what you need to bear in mind if your wrongly parked vehicle [...]
Accident abroad - What do I have to do?
The last thing you need on a well-deserved holiday is a car accident. This is all the more true if you are travelling abroad and now have to deal with the challenges of an accident in a foreign country. However, if you are well prepared in advance, you can still enjoy your holiday even after a crash. Which telephone numbers and documents for [...]
Accident with motorhome - There are a few things to bear in mind!
The global motorhome market has been booming like never before in recent years. More and more people love the independence of this type of travelling. But do you know what to do in the event of a motorhome accident? In our guide, we explain how to behave correctly after a motorhome accident and what you need to know as the injured party [...]
Accident with a police car - Who is to blame for the road accident?
The approximately 22,500 police vehicles are special road users. In the fulfilment of their sovereign duties, they are entitled to special rights, which also exempt them from the provisions of the German Road Traffic Act (StVO) under certain conditions. But who is liable for damages in the event of an accident between normal road users and police vehicles? Is the civilian always at fault for the accident? Everything [...]
Car hire after an accident - You need to pay attention to these 6 points
Can I get a hire car after my traffic accident? After a road accident, you as the injured party are generally entitled to a hire car if you can no longer use your own vehicle. The costs of this are borne by the other party's insurance company. However, as always, there are a few pitfalls that need to be taken into account. In our guide, we explain the conditions under which [...]
Headphones while driving - forbidden or allowed?
It's hard to imagine the streets without them: headphones, airpods and the like are ubiquitous among pedestrians, cyclists and even in cars: but is it actually legal to drive with headphones? Although the little man in your ear can announce your route and help you organise your appointments, he can also distract you with text messages [...]
Accident with trailer - Who has to pay?
Trailers are practical and popular. DIY shopping, vehicle transport or for hobbies such as horse transport or motocross are typical areas of use. However, you soon realise that your own car is more difficult to steer. When accelerating and braking, the trailer behaves completely differently to the towing vehicle alone. In this guide, we explain which insurance is required for a [...]
Quad bike accident - liability & claims settlement
Quads are fun! More and more quads are being used on German roads. The versatility and robustness of the all-terrain vehicle (ATV) speak in its favour. However, the lightweight construction of the quad bike as a kind of hybrid between a motorbike and a car also leads to an increased safety risk. In our guide, we explain what you need to know if you want to [...]
Expert opinion or cost estimate - €750 makes all the difference
After a road traffic accident, you as the injured party have the right to have an expert opinion drawn up by an independent expert at the expense of the party responsible for the accident. The expert opinion has significant advantages for you compared to a cost estimate prepared by the garage. The right under Section 249 (2) sentence 1 of the German Civil Code (BGB) to have the costs of the expert's report included in the [...]
Accident with a new car - What claims do I have?
Every year, around 3.6 million new cars are purchased in Germany, with an average purchase price of €33,600. This makes it all the more annoying when the newly purchased car is involved in an accident. This is because the value of the vehicle is considerably reduced even after a professional repair - because now [...]