Category: Uninsured Motorist

Uninsured Drivers Are Everywhere — Is Your Policy Ready?

5/12/2026

When you’re on the road, you expect other drivers are carrying auto insurance. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case.

According to the Insurance Research Council, more than 15% of drivers nationwide are uninsured. In Georgia, estimates range from 12–15%, while South Carolina still has over 10% of drivers on the road without insurance. Even more concerning, many drivers carry only minimum limits that may not fully cover damages after a serious accident.

So what happens if someone hits your vehicle and they either have no insurance — or not enough?

One In Three Georgia Drivers May Not Be Properly Insured – Why Your Auto Coverage Deserves A Second Look

2/3/2026

If you drive in Georgia, there’s a higher-than-average chance the person next to you on the road has little to no car insurance at all. That’s not speculation—it’s backed by data.

Current estimates show 12%–19% of Georgia drivers are completely uninsured, putting our state consistently in the top 10 nationwide for uninsured motorists. That means roughly 1 out of every 6 drivers may have no insurance coverage if they cause an accident.

Even more concerning: when you factor in underinsured drivers—people who carry only minimum limits--about 1 in 3 drivers nationally (33.4%) are uninsured or underinsured based on recent 2023–2025 trends.

This is where Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage becomes critical. UM/UIM coverage can help pay for:

Don’t Start Thanksgiving Without These Key Insurance Updates

11/18/2025

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, the holiday rush is officially here—and so are a few seasonal risks worth preparing for. A quick insurance checkup now can go a long way in protecting your home, car, and peace of mind.

Here are four smart steps to take before the festivities begin:

2 Out Of 3 People Are Underinsured – Are You One Of Them And Don’t Realize It?

5/13/2025

🛑 66% of U.S. homes are underinsured
🛑 1 in 7 drivers has no insurance at all

Why? Many people either can’t afford full coverage or never revisit their policies as costs rise. That means when disaster strikes, the protection they thought they had falls short.

Here are 3 real-life examples:

Why Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage Is a Must-Have for You

9/5/2024

Have you ever thought about how many people drive vehicles without having insurance coverage?

It's not something at the forefront of your mind until you're the victim of an auto accident where the at-fault party has no insurance coverage.

Unfortunately, this is a reality for many drivers, making it all the more important to have adequate coverage for your own financial protection. Here are 5 reasons why:

What If Your Car Is Hit And The Person At Fault Is Uninsured?

12/20/2023

According to the Insurance Information Institute, nearly 13% of drivers countrywide are uninsured (12.9% in Georgia and 10.4% in South Carolina).

Many MORE drivers are UNDER-insured, meaning if they're found at fault in an accident, their policies aren't enough to cover accident-related losses.

What recourse do you have if your car is hit and the person at fault doesn't have insurance?

Does Your Insurance Cover a Hit-And-Run Accident?

12/19/2023

Did you know hit-and-run accidents - those in which someone causes an accident and then leaves the scene without providing their information - are more common than you might think?

And, Georgia ranks 4th according to Ride Safe Georgia for fatal hit-and-run accidents.

So, if you're a victim of a hit-and-run does insurance cover the accident?

Insurance Insights

Uninsured Drivers Are Everywhere — Is Your Policy Ready?

One In Three Georgia Drivers May Not Be Properly Insured – Why Your Auto Coverage Deserves A Second Look

Don’t Start Thanksgiving Without These Key Insurance Updates

2 Out Of 3 People Are Underinsured – Are You One Of Them And Don’t Realize It?

🛑 66% of U.S. homes are underinsured
🛑 1 in 7 drivers has no insurance at all

Why? Many people either can’t afford full coverage or never revisit their policies as costs rise. That means when disaster strikes, the protection they thought they had falls short.

Here are 3 real-life examples:

Why Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage Is a Must-Have for You

What If Your Car Is Hit And The Person At Fault Is Uninsured?

Does Your Insurance Cover a Hit-And-Run Accident?

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Uninsured Drivers Are Everywhere — Is Your Policy Ready?

One In Three Georgia Drivers May Not Be Properly Insured – Why Your Auto Coverage Deserves A Second Look

Don’t Start Thanksgiving Without These Key Insurance Updates

2 Out Of 3 People Are Underinsured – Are You One Of Them And Don’t Realize It?

🛑 66% of U.S. homes are underinsured🛑 1 in 7 drivers has no insurance at allWhy? Many people either can’t afford full coverage or never revisit their policies as costs rise. That means when disaster strikes, the protection they thought they had falls short.​Here are 3 real-life examples:

Why Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage Is a Must-Have for You

What If Your Car Is Hit And The Person At Fault Is Uninsured?

Does Your Insurance Cover a Hit-And-Run Accident?

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