Accidental damage to a convertible. What does the insurance company pay?
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 [...]
The person who caused the accident makes false statements. What to do?
Anyone who has caused an accident must pay for the damage. However, it is not uncommon for the person who caused the accident not to admit fault or even to make false statements. In this case, you should document the accident as well as possible and secure evidence. Call the police at the scene of the accident if there is disagreement about who is at fault. Crucial: [...]
Driving without glasses - these are the penalties
If you need visual aids, you must not do without them in road traffic - otherwise it can quickly become expensive and dangerous. Driving without glasses is not a minor offence, but an infringement of the conditions of your driving licence. Even if you don't have an accident, you could be fined, but if you do have an accident, the consequences can be much more serious - up to and including criminal prosecution [...]
The other party in the accident does not respond - what to do?
After a road accident, it is important that all parties involved exchange their data and report the damage to the insurance company. But what happens if the other party suddenly doesn't get in touch or doesn't report the damage to their insurance company at all? The good news is that your claims remain valid even in this case. It is crucial that you provide important information [...]
Accident with a new car - What claims do I have?
An accident involving a new car is particularly annoying because the vehicle loses its „new car status“ despite repairs and there is almost always a noticeable reduction in value. In the event of a no-fault accident, the opposing party's liability must therefore not only pay the repair costs, but usually also compensate for the reduction in value and other accident-related claims. A genuine claim for compensation for a [...]
Bicycle hits car door... What to do in a dooring accident?
A brief moment of inattention - and there's a crash: in dooring, drivers open their doors without paying attention to the traffic behind, putting cyclists in particular in serious danger. Such collisions are not uncommon and often lead to injuries and disputes about who is at fault. Who is liable? What should be done? And how can [...]
Coercion in road traffic - information & report
Jostling, tailgating, abrupt braking or deliberately slowing down - many drivers are familiar with such dangerous situations. But what many don't realise: Certain types of behaviour in road traffic can not only be rude or inconsiderate, but can also be considered coercion under criminal law. The legal consequences are correspondingly serious: fines, a driving ban or even imprisonment are possible - depending on the severity of the [...]
Tram accident - what drivers should look out for
Whether in city traffic or at junctions, trams are a particular challenge for many road users. As they cannot swerve, have a long braking distance and almost always have priority according to road traffic regulations, drivers, cyclists or pedestrians often bear the brunt of the blame in the event of an accident - and therefore also the financial consequences. In this article you will learn how [...]
Accident with e-bike - 5 important information for you
An accident with an e-bike can quickly become expensive - both for the person responsible and for the injured party. Anyone travelling with an e-bike or S-pedelec must observe special legal regulations depending on the model - especially with regard to compulsory insurance and traffic regulations. If an accident occurs, similar liability principles apply as with a car. In [...]
Headphones while driving - forbidden or allowed?
Headphones, AirPods and the like have long been part of everyday life for many - even behind the wheel. Whether for navigation, phone calls or noise cancellation: the small devices are practical, but can quickly become a danger on the road. Wearing headphones while driving is generally permitted - as long as you are not distracted from the traffic. Who [...]