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Bodily Injury Liability

Bodily Injury Liability is a type of insurance coverage that helps pay for the medical expenses of others if you are found responsible for causing an accident that resulted in injuries to someone else.

Example #1

If you accidentally rear-end another car and the driver and passengers sustain injuries requiring medical treatment, your Bodily Injury Liability coverage could help pay for their medical bills.

Misuse

Misuse of Bodily Injury Liability coverage could involve intentionally causing an accident to collect on the policy. Such misuse not only violates the law but also drives up insurance costs for everyone. It's crucial to safeguard against misuse to maintain the integrity of the insurance system and ensure fair treatment for all policyholders.

Benefits

Having Bodily Injury Liability coverage protects you financially in case you are at fault in an accident that causes injuries to other people. It helps cover medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, and even legal fees if you are sued for the injuries you caused.

Conclusion

Bodily Injury Liability coverage is essential for protecting yourself and others in case of an accident. It reflects CAP's mission of consumer empowerment by ensuring that individuals have the means to cover medical expenses resulting from accidents they cause.

Related Terms

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See Also

Limits Of Liability

Last Modified: 4/29/2024
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