Car Insurance Flashcards

The driver of the car that hit you doesn't have insurance. What insurance policy would cover the losses?

Answer: Uninsured Motorist

Uninsured Motorist (UM) coverage protects you and your passengers if you are involved in an accident with a driver who does not have any car insurance. It covers your bodily injuries and, in some states, property damage caused by the uninsured driver, ensuring you are not left with uncompensated losses.

Which option from the list below will lower your insurance premium?

Answer: have a good driving record

Having a good driving record demonstrates to insurers that you are a lower risk for accidents and claims. Insurers often reward safe drivers with lower premiums because they are statistically less likely to incur significant payouts, reflecting a reduced risk profile.

What type of insurance covers for your car's damages if you are at fault?

Answer: Collision

Collision coverage in an auto insurance policy pays for damages to your own car resulting from an accident, regardless of who is at fault. This includes incidents like hitting another vehicle, an object, or rolling over, providing financial protection for your vehicle's repair or replacement.

What insurance covers you in the event that someone is hurt in an accident you cause?

Answer: Bodily Injury

Bodily Injury Liability coverage pays for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering for others if you are at fault in an accident that causes them injury. It protects you from financial responsibility for injuries to third parties, covering their costs up to your policy limits.

The cost of continuing insurance for a motorist is

Answer: premium

The premium is the amount of money an individual or business pays to an insurance company for coverage. It is the regular payment required to keep an insurance policy active and maintain its benefits.

What form of insurance covers physical damage to your car caused by natural disasters like fire?

Answer: Comprehensive

Comprehensive coverage in an auto insurance policy protects your car from damages not caused by a collision. This includes events like fire, theft, vandalism, falling objects, natural disasters (e.g., hail, floods), and impacts with animals, providing broad protection against non-accident related perils.

What do you refer to as the sum you consent to pay in the event of an accident?

Answer: Deductible

A deductible is the specific amount of money you must pay out-of-pocket for covered medical expenses or damages before your insurance company starts to pay. It represents the portion of the loss you consent to cover yourself in the event of an accident or claim. This mechanism helps share the risk between the policyholder and the insurer.