Anatomy Of A Boat Collision

Anatomy Of A Boat Collision

We take an in-depth look at the facts behind an actual insurance claim. Who was at fault, and why?
5 Spring Claims To Avoid

5 Spring Claims To Avoid

Our GEICO | BoatUS Marine Insurance claim files highlight the most common springtime problems. Here's how to avoid being one of our statistics.
Analyzing Onboard Fire Claims

Analyzing Onboard Fire Claims

Onboard fires happen more than you'd think. Here's what digging into the GEICO | BoatUS Marine Insurance claim files teaches us about preventing them.
How Boatus Handles Hurricane Claims

How Boatus Handles Hurricane Claims

After a major hurricane like Irma, there's a lot of work getting boats back to their owners and repaired. Here's how the process works.
Do I Really Need To Winterize

Do I Really Need To Winterize

If you look at the most recent GEICO | BoatUS Marine Insurance ­winterizing claims analysis over the last 10 years, the answer is a resounding 'yes'.
Craziest Boat Insurance Claims

Craziest Boat Insurance Claims

Most of the claims that pass through the BoatUS Marine Insurance claims department are pretty standard. But after insuring boats for 52 years, we've seen plenty that are anything but.
5 Things To Know About Boat Insurance

5 Things To Know About Boat Insurance

It's one of the most important things associated with owning a boat, but insurance policies can be confusing. Here's what you need to know before you sign on the dotted line.
Do I Need Boat Insurance

Do I Need Boat Insurance

You're probably not required by law to carry boat insurance, but that doesn't mean you don't need it.
Muskrat Love Gone Bad

Muskrat Love Gone Bad

The long, dark passage in a boat's exhaust must be business as usual for a muskrat, at least until someone starts the engine.