04/28/10

8 Reasons to Purchase Rental Car Collision Damage Waiver

Auto Insurance

Spring is here and summer vacations are just around the corner. Renting a car on vacation can be fun, but who pays for the damage, should there be any, to the rental car?

It has been debated for years whether or not a person renting a vehicle should purchase the Collision (or Loss) Damage Waiver from the rental company. Our recommendation is that, in general, you SHOULD purchase the CDW/LDW. Here’s our thinking:

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04/07/10

Court upholds landslide exclusion

Homeowners Insurance

Friday, a Multnomah County jury denied a Portland couple’s claim against their insurance company after the insurer refused to cover damage to their home, which was destroyed when it slid down a hill in 2008.

Earth movement and land slide are common exclusions found in most homeowners policies. To get a quote on earth movement or land slide coverage contact EPB&B at (503) 227-1771.