Travelers Insurance Must Stop Airing “Deceptive” Ad
Attorney General Greg Abbott has ordered insurance giant Travelers to stop airing a television commercial he feels is deceptive. The recent ad campaign, entitled “Driving Your House,” is similar to one used by fellow insurer Allstate in 2005 – that one was also removed after an order from Attorney General Abbott. The commercial has been widely criticized by consumer watchdog group Texas Watch, and they conveyed their concerns to the Attorney General’s office.
The television, print, radio and Internet campaign was intended to alert consumers to the possibility of personal liability if they find themselves underinsured after a car accident. The ad stressed the importance of additional automobile insurance by saying that inadequate coverage could lead to the loss of an at-fault party’s home.
Texas Watch’s Executive Director Alex Winslow was alarmed by the content of the commercial, specifically stating that Texas has myriad laws in place to protect a homeowner involved in a motor vehicle accident. He felt that the ad was fear-mongering, using a scare tactic – the loss of the family home – to dupe people into buying more insurance, often much more than they actually need.
Someone injured in an accident does have the right to seek compensation from an at-fault party.
f you have questions about what to do following a motor vehicle accident, contact an experienced personal injury attorney in your area. This simple action is an important step toward protecting your rights and learning more about your legal options.
Michael S Callahan is an attorney and founder of The Callahan Law Firm. He focuses his practice on representing individuals and families in personal injury cases involving motor vehicle and truck accidents, workplace accidents and defective products. With over 25 years of experience, he is dedicated to fighting on behalf of people whose lives have been forever altered by the negligence and carelessness of corporations and individuals. Originally trained as a mechanical engineer, Michael has been practicing law and fighting for justice for those who need it most since 1994. He is board-certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and a member of various esteemed legal associations. Outside of work, Michael enjoys spending quality time with his family, outdoor activities, and continually striving to improve as a trial lawyer and human being.
