Les Masterson is a deputy editor and insurance analyst at Forbes Advisor. He has been a journalist, reporter, editor and content creator for more than 25 years. He has covered insurance for a decade, including auto, home, life and health. Before cove..

Having a home insurance claim denied can be frustrating, but it's not always the end of the road. In many cases, you can dispute your insurance company's settlement offer by providing more evidence or filing an appeal for a better settlement. Step 1 ...

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Many states give you two years to file a car insurance claim. Depending on where you live and the type of claim, you may have between one and 10 years to file. Typically, you have two years after a car accident to file an insurance claim or lawsuit.

Award-winning investigative journalist Ed Leefeldt’s stories have led to changes in credit card practices, voter registration and disability payments to prisoners. He has written multiple cover stories, hard-hitting features and executive profiles fo..

After a crash, a family discovered their car insurance policy required listing all household members, regardless of age, to ensure coverage.

Many people wonder what the “perfect” age is to claim Social Security benefits. Filing at the right age can significantly affect your retirement income, and avoiding certain a