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    Jack Heller
    Owner, Insurance Browser,
    Yes, is the short saner. Insurance Carriers carriers can some times no withstand thee claim loss experience you generate. The pricing of the product is not universal. Most major preferred and standard market insurers can handle  80% or more of the buying public. But there are folks out here who you can not sustain at any price. 

    There are some carriers whoever do take on a lifetime guarantee> The Hartford will offer you this guarantee if you do  not have a driving while intoxicated conviction.

    For a quote from the Hartford or other fine insurers contact us at -866-933-4372 or go to www.insurancebrowser.com
    Answered on November 17, 2013
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    dmrozek
    Ann Arbor, MI
    Yes, they can, in certain situations.  I'll say first that I can only answer for Michigan but most states do behave similarly.  

    Your eligibility for auto insurance with a standard carrier is measured on a point system.  To be eligible for a standard carrier in Michigan, you cannot have more than 6 eligibility points.  The point system is pretty simple, with more points for more serious infractions.  For instance, a speeding ticket for 5mph over the speed limit, and other similar violations are worth two points while an at fault accident is worth three.  These points do have an expiration, normally two to three years for accidents and minor violations.  Major violations such as a DUI or wreckless driving expire in five years and one of these deems you ineligible. 

    Your insurance company can cancel your policy if you reach 7 points or more that haven't expired.  Two at fault accidents in the last three years will also get you here as your second at fault is charged four eligibility points.  

    Two things to consider:  First, you can still get insurance if you have been cancelled but it'll cost you a lot more.  Second, don't think that, just because the judge said he'd waive the points from a ticket, these won't count for insurance purposes because they will.  If it shows up on a driving record or a claims record, the companies have no choice but to apply them.

    If you have a good agent, he can find coverage for you even if you've been cancelled by a company.  Be smart, find an agent you can trust, and listen to him/her.  You'll come out better in the long run.
    Answered on November 17, 2013
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