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The Explainer: How Big Tech Push For Cheap Car Insurance Hurts Victims

In New York State, Gov. Kathy Hochul is distorting the notion of "affordability" to do Big Tech's bidding.

February 17, 2026

The New Uber-Backed Car Insurance ‘Reform’ Push Is Actually A War On Crash Victims

New York State Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to limit payouts to crash victims under the guise of "affordability" and bogus claims about "staged crashes."

February 13, 2026

Safe Streets, Workers Rights, Crash Victims Targeted By Big Tech In Super Bowl Ads

Some Super Bowl commercials are ads. And some are warning shots.

February 10, 2026

New York State’s Car Insurance ‘Affordability’ Pitch Will Shortchange Crash Victims

Gov. Kathy Hochul's Uber-backed bid to make car insurance affordable hides harmful policies for victims of car drivers.

January 25, 2026

Big Tech is Secretly Behind NY State’s Auto Insurance Rate Cut Push

Is Uber really interested in a more affordable, safer New York?

January 25, 2026

Experts Say Bill Would Shift NYC Taxi Driver Crash Costs onto Victims

Lower insurance for cabbies could mean higher costs for crash victims.

October 9, 2024

Here’s a Radical New Way To Cut Car Insurance Claims: Make The Damn Roads Safer

Reducing speeds doesn't just save lives — it also saves dollars.

June 13, 2024

Why Every E-Biker Should Be Worried About NJ’s Proposed Micromobility Insurance Law

Instead of ensuring safety on Garden State roads, requiring bikers to carry insurance could make roads more dangerous, inequitable and polluted.

February 14, 2024

Reforming a 44-Year-Old Insurance Law Could Prevent Thousands of Deadly Truck Crashes a Year

Insurance minimums for trucking companies haven't been raised in 44 years. Victims and survivors are paying the price.

January 30, 2024