{"id":4709,"date":"2023-11-20T07:47:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-20T15:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vernfonk.com\/blog\/?p=4709"},"modified":"2023-11-17T07:48:29","modified_gmt":"2023-11-17T15:48:29","slug":"when-a-no-fault-accident-in-washington-still-costs-money","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vernfonk.com\/blog\/car-insurance\/when-a-no-fault-accident-in-washington-still-costs-money\/","title":{"rendered":"Why You Still Have to Pay in Washington State Even When You\u2019re Not the Driver at Fault\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Ah, Washington. Land of the evergreens, where your coffee comes strong, and your drives amidst nature are ever-so tranquil. But hang tight, fellow Washingtonians, because even in this serene Pacific Northwest paradise, the road can bring the unexpected\u2014be it a mishap, an elusive deer dashing across the highway, or a mystery driver pulling a Houdini on ya! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s chit-chat about auto insurance<\/a> in the good ol\u2019 evergreen state, where sometimes, you might find yourself coughing up some greens even when you\u2019re not the rascal behind the wheel causing a ruckus. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

At-Fault Rules, Not At-Fault, What\u2019s The Dealio?<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here in Washington, we ride by an \u201cat-fault\u201d insurance system. Simply put, if you accidentally play bumper cars in the Puyallup Fair parking lot, you (or rather, your insurance) are tossing over the cash for the damages. No free rides here! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But what if you\u2019re cruising along the Columbia River, minding your business, and bam\u2014someone turns your pleasant drive into a not-so-pleasant day, and it ain\u2019t your fault<\/a>? Surely, you won\u2019t be shelling out a single dime, right? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well, buckle up because the road to compensation might be a tad bumpier than the Naches Peak Loop in early spring! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Uninsured, Underinsured, and the Unseen<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Picture this: you\u2019re stuck with a bashed bumper, thanks to a driver who scurried away faster than a raccoon after tipping your garbage. Or perhaps the friendly fellow who collided with you shares the news that he\u2019s either uninsured<\/a> or his policy is leaner than a vegetarian\u2019s dinner plate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In such cases, your dreams of the other party covering the costs might speed away, just like that mischievous raccoon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

When the person at fault has their insurance playing hide and seek, or they dash without a trace, your wallet might be the one saying sayonara to those crispy dollars, unless\u2026\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Full Insurance Coverage: Your Rainy-Day Umbrella<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Here enters the unsung hero of your on-road adventures: full coverage insurance. It\u2019s like having a cozy financial security blanket that\u2019s got your back, rain or shine (and let\u2019s be honest, it\u2019s usually rain). <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Full coverage, though a bit pricier than its bare-bones liability counterpart, can be a literal lifesaver or, well, car-saver. When the other driver\u2019s policy is more \u201cskinny latte\u201d than \u201cventi mocha,\u201d or a hit-and-run situation leaves you with more questions than answers, full coverage steps up like a trusty friend. Full coverage plus uninsured motorist coverage ensures your pockets don\u2019t feel the pinch too hard when it comes to accident expenses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But that\u2019s not all, compadres! Full coverage also covers you against collisions<\/a>, say, if a Washington whitetail deer makes an unscheduled appearance chasing pretty does in front of your cruising vehicle during the mating season. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Paving the Path Ahead<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So, what\u2019s the moral of this little road trip down Insurance Lane? It\u2019s always prudent to be prepared for unexpected bends, bumps, and wildlife along the way. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Having full coverage insurance in Washington doesn\u2019t just adhere to the at-fault system\u2014it gives you the peace of mind that even when things go south, your financial stability won\u2019t be sent packing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the end, as you traverse through the scenic, sometimes unpredictable, routes of this beautiful state, keep in mind that being prepared isn\u2019t just for Boy Scouts; it\u2019s for smart, savvy Washington drivers who know that a smooth journey is all about planning for both the expected and unexpected. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, keep cruising confidently through this lush, green haven, knowing you\u2019re covered in all seasons, scenarios, and surprises the road might unveil. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Get Affordable Uninsured Motorist Coverage in Washington Today<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Get the coverage you need for peace of mind in Washington state with Vern Fonk today by calling (800) 455-8276<\/a>, requesting an online quote<\/a>, or visiting your local office<\/a> to discuss your needs with a friendly agent.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Ah, Washington. Land of the evergreens, where your coffee comes strong, and your drives amidst nature are ever-so tranquil. But hang tight, fellow Washingtonians, because even in this serene Pacific Northwest paradise, the road can bring the unexpected\u2014be it a mishap, an elusive deer dashing across the highway, or a mystery driver pulling a Houdini […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4711,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[31,23],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-4709","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-car-insurance","category-car-accidents"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vernfonk.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4709","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vernfonk.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vernfonk.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vernfonk.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vernfonk.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4709"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.vernfonk.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4709\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4712,"href":"https:\/\/www.vernfonk.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4709\/revisions\/4712"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vernfonk.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4711"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.vernfonk.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4709"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vernfonk.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=4709"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.vernfonk.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=4709"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}