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There are five parts to a typical auto insurance contract (the titles of these sections may differ slightly from insurer to insurer, but they all address basically the same points):

Declarations. This part of your policy is unique to you; it contains the personal facts for drivers in your household such as name and address, make and model of your vehicle(s), vehicle identification number(s), policy number and policy duration. It also contains the basic type of coverage you purchased and your policy limits and deductibles. Tip: Make sure your information is accurate; your claim may be denied if you provide inaccurate information to your insurer.

Coverage Parts/Insuring Agreement. This section outlines the coverage options and coverage limits that you purchased, such as liability, medical, collision and comprehensive. This section basically outlines what your insurance company promises to provide in return for your payment, based on the coverages and coverage limits you selected.

Exclusions. This section simply details what is not covered by highlighting your policy’s limitations. Combined with the section above, this ensures that you know exactly what will be covered when you make a claim. It also shows you some possible deficiencies that you might want to correct down the line.

Conditions. This is where the legal responsibilities of both the insured and the insurer are listed, including premium payment obligations, steps to filing a claim, and procedures for resolving disagreements.

Definitions. This section defines terms and outlines the rights of the policyholder and the insurance company. This section is often referred to as the “fine print.”

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