Verdict: Which insurance pays for jacking damage?

Wipperfürth Changing a tire does not fall within the sphere of car use. This is shown by a judgment (Az.: 9 C 145/22) by the Wipperfürth District Court, to which the ADAC refers. In this case, a man wanted to change the wheels of his car. He used a jack, but improperly. The device slipped … Read more

Companies demand courage in sustainable transformation

Frankfurt German insurers want to play an important role in the sustainable transformation of the economy. As institutional investors, they have recently made great efforts to make their investments more climate-neutral and to align them with ecological, social and ethical criteria (ESG). In the insurance business, on the other hand, brokers and companies still see … Read more

Munich Re founds tech company for motor insurance

– Charging station for electric vehicles The first joint project planned is the development of a “battery score”. – (Photo: IMAGO/Olaf Döring) – – – – München Munich Re is expanding its projects in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). Together with the primary insurance subsidiary Ergo, the technology company In-Tech and Munich professor Markus … Read more

The best cybercrime insurance in the 2021 ranking

– Cyber ​​crime Nine percent of companies in Germany fear bankruptcy as a result of a cyber attack. – (Foto: Getty Images) – – – – Düsseldorf Cybercrime is a lucrative business. The financial outlay for hackers is minimal, the profit margins are high, and the risk of being tried in court is extremely low. Many … Read more

Rumors of an expensive US takeover of Hartford

– Allianz According to insiders, however, the purchase is unlikely. – (Photo: Reuters) – – – – Munich A few days after the takeover of the Polish business from the British competitor Aviva, there is speculation at Allianz about a mega takeover. According to rumors, Europe’s largest insurer is currently exploring an offer for the … Read more

Elementary insurance: No compulsory insurance

– Flood in Bad Neuenahr Location in the floodplain – here the city of Bad Neuenahr after the devastating flood disaster triggered by heavy rainfall and the flooding of the Ahr. – (Foto: action press) – – – – For many, looking into the past seems like the solution to a big problem at the moment. … Read more

When are Internet tariffs worthwhile for young people?

– Which tariff is cheap and good? The comparison portal “Check 24” advises young people to compare regular tariffs with so-called Young tariffs. Photo: Christin Klose / dpa-tmn – (Photo: dpa) – – – – With the largest supraregional provider, young people can save up to 180 euros within 24 months compared to the regular … Read more

Christmas gifts: is smartphone insurance worth it?

Passerby with smartphone When shopping, many retailers recommend taking out insurance directly. – (Photo: AP) – – – – Munich Smartphones, game consoles, jewelry and bicycles are popular gift ideas for Christmas. The retail association HDE speaks of “Christmas-related industries”, furnishings are also part of it. But those who want to strike in business for … Read more

Getsafe enters the competitive car insurance business

– Broken windshield The changing season in car insurance is in full swing. – (Photo: imago images / blickwinkel) – – – – Frankfurt Hardly any other insurance start-up has caused as much discussion in the past few weeks as the digital insurance provider Getsafe. In late summer, the “Deutsche Startups” portal reported that the … Read more

You can avoid these 13 mistakes

parking spot The price war for new customers in motor insurance is in full swing. – (Photo: mauritius images / Hans Blossey / imageBROKER) – – – – Frankfurt, Munich These are the weeks when mail from the insurer snows into the house again. Every year around this time, the insurance companies inform their insured … Read more