Are you allowed to drive barefoot or with flip-flops & Co. drive a car?
Driving barefoot, in flip-flops or high heels is surprisingly not illegal - at least not for private individuals. Nevertheless, it can have serious consequences in the event of an accident: If you lose control because of unsuitable footwear, you risk being partially at fault and getting into trouble with the insurance company. In this article, we show you what the risks are, what the law says and why [...]
Accident with the hire car! What now?
A chic sports car for the weekend, a motorhome for a dream holiday or a van for moving house: rental cars are very popular. Accidents involving hire cars are therefore not uncommon. What do you need to consider in this constellation? We have compiled the dos and don'ts for you here. What counts as an accident with a hire car? Every collision [...]
Driving without insurance cover - these are the penalties
Anyone who drives a vehicle can get into an accident at any time. This is why insurance is compulsory for motor vehicles in Germany. Without proof of valid insurance, a vehicle cannot even be registered. But what happens if there is no insurance cover? The account was not covered, the application went wrong, the eVB was wrong, someone has [...]
Wildlife accidents - What you need to know.
After a wildlife accident, there is not only the shock of losing an animal's life, but also the big question of what needs to be considered and reported. Does the wildlife accident really have to result in strenuous communication with the authorities, countless phone calls and correspondence? And who actually pays for the damage? Does wildlife accident insurance apply here? And after a wildlife accident, is the [...]
Reporting parking damage - what you should do
A free parking space, what luck! Oops, was that me? In a hurry, whining kids in the back seat, poor visibility, tailgating traffic, parking space smaller than expected, ... there are many reasons for a failed parking manoeuvre. In the heat of the moment, it can happen quicker than you think and you accidentally hit a parked car. A [...]
Accident without a valid MOT - Does the insurance still pay?
It crashes and you suddenly remember: The main inspection, colloquially known as the MOT, was overdue. My car doesn't have a valid inspection sticker - I have an accident without an MOT. In our guide, we explain to you when an expired MOT can become a problem and how you can best take action after an accident with an expired MOT [...].
Accident through no fault of my own - What can I claim?
Anyone who gets into an accident through no fault of their own usually wonders what to do now and what claims they have against the person who caused the accident. In this guide, we therefore provide you with an overview of all relevant claims following a no-fault accident. You can find out more about each claim by clicking on the links. No-fault [...]
Accident - What to do? 5 important tips
What should I do after a car accident? The following applies after an accident: keep calm, secure the accident site with hazard warning lights, warning waistcoat and warning triangle, make an emergency call, provide first aid, record witnesses and personal details, document the situation in detail with photos/sketches and - depending on the severity - call in the police. Afterwards, you should not leave the settlement of the claim to the other party's insurance company alone [...].
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 [...]