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Katherine Duffy

Expert Insurance Writer
Katherine Duffy is an insurance writer who has spent over half a decade in the professional writing industry. Katherine specializes in content geared toward the everyday driver, including advice on insurance companies and coverages, vehicle specs, and car maintenance. As part of her mission to create helpful and relatable articles, she has written over 550 pieces on car insurance and vehicle care.
Katherine has also worked as a teaching assistant at Wilfrid Laurier University, where she obtained a degree in English Language and Literature. Katherine is currently pursuing her J.D. at Western Law.
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    Expertise
    • Car insurance
    • Home insurance
    • Renters insurance
    • Car maintenance
    • Insurance coverage
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    Education
    • B.A., English Language and Literature/Letters, University of King’s College
    • M.A., English Language and Literature/Letters, Wilfrid Laurier University
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    Credentials
    • Art History Award, Neuchâtel Junior College, 2014

Latest Articles by Katherine Duffy

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Is Liberty Mutual Roadside Assistance Worth It?

How does Liberty Mutual’s roadside assistance measure up to competitors like AAA? Let’s find out.
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How to Get an Illinois Learners Permit

Once you turn 15, you can apply for an instruction permit—but don’t head to the DMV without reading our guide first.
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Does State Farm Offer Rideshare Insurance?

State Farm offers rideshare insurance as an endorsement on an existing personal policy with State Farm.

Latest Answers by Katherine Duffy

How much does a Mercedes transmission replacement cost?
As I was driving home from work yesterday, my Mercedes started making strange noises, and the engine light came on. I hope it’s not my transmission, but I’d like to be prepared just in case. Do you know how much a Mercedes transmission replacement costs?
Will my tire go flat without the valve cap?
I was filling my car up today and noticed my tires looked low on air so I decided to fill them up as well while I was at the gas station. I got to my third tire when the valve cap rolled away on me and I never ended up finding it! Can you tell me if my tire will go flat if the valve cap is missing?
Why is my engine oil temperature too high?
While I was driving home from work yesterday I noticed my oil temperature gauge show that my car’s oil temperature was hotter than normal. The oil light even went on! Do you know why my oil temperature is too high?