Today, we bring you an important update regarding the 2019 No-Fault law in Michigan. The long-awaited decision from the Michigan Supreme Court has been released, and it directly impacts the reimbursement limits for...

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As part of our dedication to providing exceptional service and staying informed about the latest developments in the insurance industry, we recently attended the Big I Michigan Legislative Day at the State of Michigan...

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When purchasing insurance, you may have noticed that insurance agents ask a lot of questions. This can often seem like an intrusive and time-consuming process, but it is actually a necessary part of the insurance...

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As a young adult, you might not think much about the potential costs associated with a car accident. However, the reality is that accidents can happen to anyone, regardless of age or driving experience. In Michigan,...

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It’s no secret that Michigan drivers pay some of the highest insurance premiums throughout the nation. However, in doing so, some Michigan drivers are afforded unlimited and lifetime medical benefits from the Michigan...

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When we are in the process of putting insurance proposals together, we tend to ask quite a few questions. By far, one of the most important is “Where do you reside?” Michigan has some of the most generous medical...

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Whether you’ve lived in Michigan your entire life or are new to our state, everyone knows auto insurance here is expensive. Michigan is the only state in the country in which you have the option of purchasing unlimited...

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For the parent of a young adult who is ready to declare independence – and make the move out of the family home - times are particularly trying. We are left shaken from the economic fallout of the pandemic, fearful of...

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Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Department of Insurance and Financial Services has announced that the Michigan Catastophic Claims Association (MCCA) will be returning surplus funds and will begin the process of...

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Should you have an umbrella policy? Yes. Now, more than ever, having an umbrella policy is critically important. But what is an umbrella policy? A personal umbrella policy is an additional liability policy that provides...

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One of the major changes that no-fault reform is bringing to the auto insurance landscape is the option to select different medical benefit levels. Drivers will have choices moving forward in their Personal Injury...

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The term “order of priority” (OOP) refers to the set of rules that outline which no-fault insurer or entity has primary responsibility for payment of personal injury protection (PIP) benefits arising out of a motor...

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After July 1st, No Fault Auto Reform will take effect. This is the first major change in auto insurance benefits since 1972 when the no-fault auto insurance law was enacted in Michigan. A lot of the recent discussion...

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One of the major changes that no-fault reform is bringing to the auto insurance landscape is the option to select different medical benefit levels. Drivers will have choices moving forward in their Personal Injury...

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The term “order of priority” (OOP) refers to the set of rules that outline which no-fault insurer or entity has primary responsibility for payment of personal injury protection (PIP) benefits arising out of a motor...

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As a result of recent no-fault legislation, beginning July 1, 2020, there will be the option of selecting from several different options in regards to the medical coverage carried on your auto insurance policy. The...

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The Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association (MCCA) has just announced that the current per vehicle assessment of $220 will be lowered to $100 per vehicle for the period beginning July 2nd, 2020 through June 30th, 2021....

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A mini tort claim is like a small civil suit that you file against an at-fault driver. As a courtesy to our customers, The Rathbun Agency files mini tort claims with other insurance carriers. At this time, the maximum...

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While there are several implementation dates that affect the recent no-fault reform law, the vast majority of provisions do not take effect until July 1st, 2020. However, there are certain provisions that took an...

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Yes. But what is an umbrella policy? A personal umbrella policy is an additional liability policy that provides coverage beyond the limits of your primary personal insurance policies. Typically, the umbrella is...

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Originally posted in Lansing State Journal: Last Wednesday morning, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed an auto insurance reform bill that drastically changes the landscape of the Michigan insurance industry. The new law will...

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A bipartisan agreement has been sent back to the Chambers for a vote after Governor Gretchen Whitmer, Speaker Lee Chatfield, and Senate Majority Leader Mike Shirkey announced they have reached a compromise on reforming...

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