Julia Kagan is a financial/consumer journalist and former senior editor, personal finance, of Investopedia. When you buy or lease a car, it's important to protect that investment. Getting auto ...

Scott Nyerges is a former senior editor and content strategist at U.S. News & World Report, where he led coverage of car insurance and other personal insurance lines. He's also served as a managing ...

Car insurance covers liability, collision, and more. Get insights into costs, what's mandatory, and how to file claims ...

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California’s roads are busy, and the state’s population is constantly on the move. With millions of drivers on the highways, collisions are unfortunately common. While liability insurance is legally ...