Claim Claims
A formal request to an insurance company asking for payment based on the terms of the policy. The process of filing and settling claims is called claims handling.
Coinsurance Commercial
A provision requiring the policyholder to insure property for a specified percentage (usually 80-100%) of its value to receive full claim payment. Failure to meet this requirement results in a penalty.
If a building worth $1 million is insured for only $600,000 under an 80% coinsurance clause, a $100,000 claim would only pay $75,000.
Collision Coverage General
Auto insurance that pays for damage to your vehicle caused by collision with another vehicle or object, regardless of fault.
Comprehensive Coverage General
Auto insurance that covers damage to your vehicle from non-collision events such as theft, vandalism, fire, hail, flood, or hitting an animal.
Combined Single Limit (CSL) General
A liability limit that combines bodily injury and property damage coverage into one total amount per accident, rather than separate limits for each.
A $1 million CSL means up to $1 million is available for any combination of bodily injury and property damage claims from one accident.
Commercial Auto Insurance Commercial
Coverage for vehicles used for business purposes, including owned, hired, and non-owned autos. Provides liability, physical damage, and other coverages.
Certificate of Insurance (COI) Commercial
A document issued by an insurance company or broker that verifies the existence of insurance coverage, the types and limits of coverage, and the policy period.
Contractors Equipment Coverage Commercial
Insurance protecting mobile equipment and tools used by contractors, covering theft, damage, and sometimes breakdown.
Cargo Insurance Commercial
Coverage for goods and freight while being transported by truck, ship, or air. Protects against loss or damage during transit.
Cyber Liability Insurance Commercial
Coverage protecting businesses from internet-based risks such as data breaches, ransomware attacks, and other cyber incidents.
Completed Operations Coverage Commercial
Liability coverage for claims arising from work that has been completed and handed over to the customer. Essential for contractors.
If a plumber's work causes water damage months after the job was finished, completed operations coverage would respond.
Commercial General Liability (CGL) Commercial
The core liability policy for businesses, covering bodily injury, property damage, personal injury, and advertising injury caused by business operations.
Coverage Territory General
The geographic area where the insurance policy provides coverage. Typically defined in the policy declarations or conditions.
Conditional Receipt General
A receipt given when an application and premium are submitted, providing temporary coverage subject to certain conditions being met.
Cross Liability Commercial
Coverage allowing one insured party to bring a claim against another insured party under the same policy, treating them as if they had separate policies.
Cancellation General
The termination of an insurance policy before its expiration date, either by the insured or the insurance company. Unearned premium is typically refunded.