Archive for November, 2007

Engine Start Blog

By James Tam on November 2nd, 2007

I recently came across this blog called “Engine Start” and it was a very interesting read. I learned a few things about tuning my car from here. Highly recommended blog with a rich sense of humor.

If you know nothing about your car then tune in for some automotive advice and tips.

A Russian Doctor’s Wife Found Drowned in the River

By James Tam on November 2nd, 2007

Alexander Aronov, a Russian Doctor is charged for insurance fraud. In March 2003 Aronov’s wife left the apartment to walk their dog and after two months she was found drowned in the east river. Now the Doctor got arrested by the police. But Dr. Aronov’s lawyer, Douglas Nadjari, denied the fraud charges, Mr. Nadjari said Dr. Aronov had been entrapped by the officer, who lied, saying his wife was suffering from back pain. Police arrested Dr. Aronov, outside his office at 36 East 38th Street. Douglas Nadjari said that his client’s ( Dr Arnov) practice had suffered because investigators had scared off patients by executing a search warrant at his office and arresting his physical therapist.

Read this entire article on nytimes.com

Insurance Premium Depends Upon Many Factors

By James Tam on November 1st, 2007

The amount of insurance premium that you have to pay depends upon many factors like age, driving record, model and condition of the car. Generally the premium amount is set by the law, sometimes insurance companies determine the rate based on statistical data. Women are the safest driver so the possibility of accident is very less with them. In this case the cost of coverage may be less. But if she drives long distant frequently, the amount may go up. There is one policy that covers the owner in a rental car. There are many types of towing insurance policies. Some policies require you to pay for the towing cost up front and then submit an application for reimbursement.