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Insurance Coverage Types Explained
Plain-English explanations of every major auto and home insurance coverage type available in the US. Always verify information directly with GEICO, Progressive, or a licensed insurance professional.
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All Insurance Coverage Types Explained
Plain-English explanations of major US insurance coverage types for auto and home. General educational content â verify specifics with your insurer or a licensed professional.
Coverage Type
Simple Definition
Required?
Deductible?
Liability BI
Injuries you cause to others
Usually yes
No
Liability PD
Property damage you cause to others
Usually yes
No
Collision
Your car damaged in a collision
Optional/lender
Yes
Comprehensive
Your car damaged by non-collision events
Optional/lender
Yes
Uninsured Motorist BI
You're injured by an uninsured driver
Some states
Varies
PIP
Your medical costs regardless of fault
No-fault states
Varies
MedPay
Medical costs after accident (limited)
Some states
No
Gap Insurance
Loan balance vs car value if totaled
Optional
No
Rental Reimbursement
Rental car during covered repairs
Optional
No
Roadside Assistance
Towing, battery, lockout help
Optional
No
Rideshare Coverage
Coverage gap during rideshare app use
Optional for drivers
Varies
Umbrella
Extra liability above other policy limits
Optional
No
What is "full coverage" auto insurance? âž
"Full coverage" is not an official term â it's informal shorthand commonly used to describe a combination of liability + collision + comprehensive coverage. Even with "full coverage," there are exclusions. Standard auto policies typically don't cover mechanical breakdown, intentional damage, commercial use, or catastrophic losses above policy limits. Always read your actual policy to understand what is and isn't covered.
What does "per occurrence" vs "aggregate" mean in liability? âž
In liability insurance, "per occurrence" (or "per accident") limits apply to a single incident â for example, $50,000 per accident for bodily injury. "Aggregate" limits apply to the total amount the insurer will pay for all covered claims during the policy period. For personal auto insurance, per-occurrence limits are most common. For business liability, both per-occurrence and aggregate limits are typically specified.
What is subrogation? âž
Subrogation is your insurer's right to pursue a responsible third party to recover amounts paid on your claim. If another driver causes an accident and your collision coverage pays for your repairs, your insurer may then seek reimbursement from the at-fault driver's insurer. If successful, you may receive a refund of your deductible. Subrogation is a standard provision in most insurance policies.
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