Efforts to reshape Florida’s auto insurance laws are in full swing, with the Senate Banking and Insurance Committee preparing to review the latest proposal, SB 54. This ongoing debate could significantly impact drivers across the Sunshine State. Here’s what you need to know about Florida’s no-fault system, the proposed changes, and what they mean for you. Understanding Florida’s No-Fault Auto System Florida is one of only two states that mandates a no-fault auto insurance framework. Under this system, drivers are required to carry personal injury protection (PIP) coverage, a policy…
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Why Louisiana Is One of the Most Expensive States for Insurance
Legislative Efforts in 2024 Signal Progress, but Challenges Remain Louisiana’s insurance market has long been fraught with challenges, and while legislative reforms in 2024 represented a step toward stabilizing the market, deeper systemic issues still require attention. According to the Insurance Information Institute’s (Triple-I) recent report, Trends and Insights: Louisiana Insurance Market, residents continue to face some of the highest auto and homeowners insurance costs in the nation. Triple-I’s findings revealed striking numbers that underscore this affordability crisis. For auto insurance, the average annual expenditure in Louisiana stood at $1,588…
Read MoreNew technology can prevent collisions at low speeds
A recent study funded by the auto insurance industry has shown that new technology installed into vehicles can make a significant difference in helping to prevent rear-end collisions and fender benders that occur at slow speeds such as in traffic jams. The research was performed by the Highway Loss Data Institute, the research branch of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. It discovered that when a 2010 Volvo XC60 was fitted with a special technology feature called City Safety, which is designed for collision avoidance, the vehicles were much less…
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