Driving in Michigan can be an adventure.

WE HAVE TO DEAL WITH BAD DRIVERS

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CRAZY WEATHER

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AND YEAR-ROUND CONSTRUCTION

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So it's nice to finally get some good news for Michigan drivers.

The Michigan Catastrophic Claims Association announced they will be sending Michigan drivers $400 refunds for every vehicle with insurance that was covered by Oct. 31, 2021

Governor Whitmer Released a statement following the decision.

These refunds and the recently announced statewide average rate reductions are lowering costs for every Michigan driver,” “Michiganders have paid into the catastrophic care fund for decades, and I am pleased that the MCCA developed this plan so quickly after unanimously approving my request to return surplus funds to the pockets of Michiganders. We are working together to put Michigan drivers first, and I am directing DIFS to ensure that the MCCA and Michigan’s auto insurance companies accurately, fairly, and promptly issue these refunds.

 

WHAT IS THE MCCA?

The MCCA is responsible for paying for catastrophic care needs and is headed by members of the insurance industry.

HOW DO YOU GET THE MONEY?

According to Fox 2 Drivers won't have to do anything to receive the checks. the Department of Insurance and Financial Services will direct insurers to issue refund checks to consumers.

WHEN DO YOU GET THE MONEY?

Michigan drivers will be getting a $400 refund check per vehicle by March 9th of 2022.

You can get more info about the auto insurance reform law, including the uninsured driver amnesty period, which expires before January 1, 2022 at Michigan.gov/AutoInsurance

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