Towing costs after an accident - who pays and why?
Your vehicle is so badly damaged after an accident that it has to be towed away. This is often associated with high costs. In this article, you will find out who pays the towing costs after an accident and how you can claim your costs quickly and easily. Entitlement to reimbursement of towing costs after an accident The basic rule is: The person who caused the [...]
Accident during probationary period - What consequences should I expect?
New driving licence holders in Germany have to pass a two-year probationary period, during which special rules apply. In the event of a road accident during the probationary period, nerves are accordingly frayed. In our guide, we explain what consequences you can expect as a novice driver after an accident during the probationary period and why a hit-and-run is a very bad idea. The crucial question: [...]
Driving without glasses - these are the penalties
Do you have glasses or contact lenses? In most areas of life, you are free to choose whether or not to use your visual aids. In road traffic, you MUST wear them. In our guide, we explain what penalties you can expect if you drive without glasses and explain what happens if you cause an accident without glasses. [...]
Hit and run without damage? - What you need to know as the injured party.
There was a bang, but you can't see any damage to your vehicle? Or the other party in the accident says "There's nothing there" and drives on? With modern plastic bumpers in particular, you often can't see anything after a slight bump, but underneath is the hidden bodywork damage. Sometimes you don't even know for sure whether there was an accident at all [...]
Accident damage to the convertible. Insurance pieces for collector's vehicles.
Summertime is convertible time. The time of year when the seasonal licence plates are screwed on and driving pleasure of a special kind is enjoyed. It is not without reason that the elaborately restored collector's items in particular are the dream of every car enthusiast: a well-maintained fabric roof, polished paintwork and the unique feeling of the wind blowing through your hair. But what happens when the pleasure is spoilt by damage to the [...]
Still amicable at the scene of the accident, then the nasty surprise - statement against statement
A typical phenomenon after road traffic accidents, which we encounter time and again in our settlement practice, is the overnight change of opinion. Immediately after the crash, while still at the scene of the accident, everyone involved agreed on what had happened and the assurance "Sorry, my mistake... I'll sort it out with my insurance company, of course... I'm really sorry..." had a soothing effect against the [...]
Accident during the holidays - emergency repairs instead of Christmas presents?
In reality, the proverbial contemplative Christmas period is often characterised by crowded roads and deadline pressure. Many kilometres are driven during the festive season and the likelihood of accidents increases. If you then get into an accident through no fault of your own, you quickly find yourself in this situation: Car broken! Presents damaged! The relatives are waiting... What now? The car is after [...]
The person who caused the accident makes false statements. What to do?
Anyone who causes an accident must pay for the damage. However, it is not uncommon for the person responsible for the accident not to admit fault or to make false statements. You can find out how to proceed as the injured party in this case here. Decisive: How the question of fault is clarified In principle, the following applies: The person who caused the accident or their liability insurance must pay for all damages incurred. The [...]
5 things - that you should check during your car's winter check
Winter is approaching and temperatures are dropping. Wet and cold are not only a challenge for you as a driver, but also for the car. Arm yourself for the coming season before winter catches you out in the cold. We have put together some helpful tips for your vehicle's winter check here. A list of things that [...]
Switching car insurance: it pays to compare
A must in Germany: motor vehicle liability insurance. Without insurance, driving a car on public roads is prohibited by law. However, many policyholders have to dig deep into their pockets for insurance. Switching car insurance often promises a financial advantage. We'll show you what you should bear in mind when switching and why it's worth comparing car insurance [...]