Driving under the influence (DUI) isn’t just a legal problem—it’s a financial nightmare. What might start as a temporary lapse in judgment can leave a lasting impact on your wallet, particularly when factoring in long-term expenses such as rising insurance premiums. Across the United States, these costs vary significantly depending on your state, but no matter where you live, the hit to your finances is substantial. Here, we’ll break down how DUIs cause insurance costs to spike, highlight alarming DUI statistics during holidays, compare these expenses to alternative options like…
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State Farm, California’s largest auto insurer, has received approval to increase its auto insurance rates beginning in January 2025. This marks the second consecutive year of double-digit rate hikes for the company, following a 21% increase implemented earlier this year. The upcoming adjustment, averaging 17.7%, will affect approximately 4 million policyholders across the state. The increase aligns with broader trends in the auto insurance industry, both in California and nationwide, as companies grapple with rising claims, vehicle repair costs, and inflationary pressures. Factors Driving State Farm Auto Insurance Rate Hike…
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