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 [...]
Bicycle hits car door... What to do in a dooring accident?
Almost every road user knows the scenario: the car is parked, a cyclist approaches, the driver's door opens and - bang - there's a collision. This or something similar happens every day on German roads. But when the worst comes to the worst, the motto is: Don't despair, keep a cool head. We show you how to [...]
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 [...]
Access to the Leipzig start-up scene
Startup SAFARI Leipzig Innovative companies from Leipzig's digital sector will be opening their doors on 28 and 29 May. Founders and agile teams from over 40 companies and start-ups will provide an insight into the working methods, business models and technologies they work on every day. The supra-regional networking event offers a compact overview of the fast-paced world of young, growth-orientated [...]
Accident with hire car - What you should know!
A stylish sports car for the weekend, a motorhome for a dream holiday or a van for moving house: hire cars are becoming increasingly popular. Logically, this also increases the frequency of accidents involving hire cars. What do you need to bear in mind in this situation? We have compiled the dos and don'ts for you here. This is what you need to [...]
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 [...]