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Drivers become subject to the liability insurance law when accident damages amount to how much?
Drivers become subject to the liability insurance law when accident damages amount to a state-specific threshold, commonly set at around $500. This means that drivers must carry liability insurance coverage to pay for damages they cause in an accident, once the threshold is reached.
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What is the law on auto liability insurance in Tennessee?
Tennessee requires "Proof of Financial Responsibility" which can be satisfied by liability insurance with minimums of 25/50/10. Otherwise, a bond or other assurance of ability to pay damages is required. Proof is not required at the time of vehicle registration, but penalties are incurred if proof is not provided at the time of an accident. Proof is required regardless of fault, so all parties must provide it. Most drivers opt for insurance.
Does liability insurance cover punitive damages?
The best source of information would be your insurance agent. Not all policies are the same. But generally you can have coverage for punitive damages if you select the option when you purchased your policy. The cheaper the policy, typically the less the coverage.
What happens when you get into an auto accident that is your fault and the demands of the other drivers claim is higher than your liability limit on your insurance?
The other driver has a right to sue you to recover any damages not covered by the insurance. It could mean a lien against you and against any property you own. If you have nothing thay can take, let them sue. They can't get blood out of a stone and they can't take what you don't own.
By law do you have to get liability insurance for a wedding?
No. But if you have wedding insurance public liabilitycoverage may be included. The extent of coverage is deefined by the terms and conditions of the policy. Further, if someone is injured as a result of a negligent act by the owner of the facility where the weddinhg is held, his/her/its liability insurance would probably come into play. That is one of the areas of inquiry that should be made when you are choosing a venue for a wedding.
What happens if you have a permit and got in an accident in your girl friends car and the other party sets forth a law suit against you?
If you were driving your girlfriend's car with a permit and got into an accident where the other party sues you, your girlfriend's insurance may cover the damages if she has insurance on the vehicle. However, if the damages exceed the insurance coverage, you may be personally liable for the remaining amount. It's important to consult with a legal professional to understand your specific situation and determine the best course of action.
Drivers become subject to the liability insurance law when accident damages amount to?
You are subject to liability insurance requirements whether or not an accident occurs. An accident has nothing to do with liability requirements. You are required to have liability insurance of at least the minimum required by your state before getting into a vehicle and driving it. Driving is what triggers the law.
Driver bacome subject to the liability insurance law when accident damages amount to?
The amount of a claim from an accident has no bearing on the drivers legal requirement for financial responsibility. All drivers are required to carry financial responsibility before they drive. whether or not they have had an accident
When is liability insurance needed?
When you cause an accident that damages another vehicle or hurts someone
Driver become subject to liability insurance law when accident damages amount to?
You are subject to liability insurance requirements whether or not an accident occurs. An accident has nothing to do with liability requirements. You are required to have liability insurance of at least the minimum required by your state before getting into a vehicle and driving it. Driving is what triggers the law.
What is the difference between liability insurance and full coverage?
Liability insurance pays for someone else's damages if an accident is your fault but won't cover your vehicle. Full coverage provides liability insurance as above but will also cover your damages to your own vehicle in an accident regardless of whose at fault, as well as theft, fire, etc.
If someone hits your car and you have no insurance will their insurance cover your car if they were totally at fault?
Yes. All registered drivers are required to hold liability insurance, which means that if they cause an accident, their insurance will pay for damages to the other peoples' cars. So, if the person does hold the required insurance, and is entirely at fault, your damages will be covered.
In Michigan if you are in an accident not at fault and have liability insurance only is the driver at fault responsible for damages to your car?
yes
If a friend borrows your car and gets in an accident does your auto insurance cover damages?
Depends. If said friend has insurance then in most cases their insurance will cover the damages due to vicarious liability. If the friend does not have insurance, you are then responsible for any damages caused.
What kind of protection does auto insurance give?
Liability insurance financially protects a driver who is not a fault in an accident by paying for damages. It will protect the driver who is at fault from being sued for damages.
What are the different types of insurance coverage available for a car?
The different types of insurance coverage available for a car include liability insurance, which covers damages to others in an accident you cause; collision insurance, which covers damages to your own car in an accident; comprehensive insurance, which covers non-accident related damages like theft or natural disasters; and uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage, which protects you if you're in an accident with someone who doesn't have enough insurance.
If you are driving without insurance and have an accident in which the other driver is at fault can you claim damages from his insurance company?
Yes you can. You may still receive a citation for not having insurance, however, the legal liability for the accident does not rest with you so the adverse party's insurance carrier will owe for your damages and/or injuries.
What does liability coverage mean?
Liability coverage covers you if you are found liable or at fault for damages. In the case of auto insurance, for example, this coverage pays for damages you cause in an accident that is you fault. This coverage will NOT cover your car damage, however. Just the other drivers car, medical bills, & other property damage.
