Auto Insurance Policy Coverage

CT Gov, May 01, 2008

Auto insurance is one of the most frequently used types of personal insurance. In fact, states require that you purchase some kind of insurance coverage in order to drive legally.

There are two basic components to auto insurance coverage: liability and property damage.  Let’s start with liability…

Most auto insurance policies cover your liability for bodily injury, property damage and uninsured/under-insured motorists

Bodily injury liability insurance protects you against the claims of other people who are injured in an accident for which you were at fault. Their claims for bodily injury may include medical expenses, lost wages and pain and suffering.

Property damage liability insurance pays for any damage you cause to the property of others. This includes not only damages to other vehicles, but also other property such as walls, fences and equipment.

Uninsured motorists coverage protects you, the policyholder, in the event that you are injured by a hit-and-run driver or a driver who does not have auto insurance.