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Misdemeanor
Criminal offenses less than felonies; generally those punishable by fine or imprisonment of less than 90 days in a local facility. A gross misdemeanor is a criminal offense for which an adult could be sent to jail for up to one year, pay a fine up to $5,000 or both.
Limits
The maximum amount of benefits the insurance company agrees to pay in the event of a loss.
Limited Tort
Offers savings on your premiums. You are still able to recover all out-of-pocket medical and other expenses, however you are not able to recover non-monetary damages or receive payments for pain and suffering unless injuries are defined as serious.
Comparative Negligence
The percentage of fault shared by each driver in an accident in which both contribute to causing the collision.
Collision
Pays for damage to your car caused by a collision with another vehicle or with any other object, regardless who was at fault.
Negligence
The absence of ordinary care.
Cancellation
The termination of an insurance policy before its normal expiration date.
Private Passenger Automobile
Four-wheeled motor vehicles of the private passenger, station wagon, or van type. Private passenger automobiles are designed for use on public highways and subject to motor vehicle registration.
Binder
A temporary or preliminary agreement which provides coverage until a policy can be issued/delivered.
Towing & Labor Coverage
Pays for towing charges when your car can’t be driven. Also pays labor charges, such as changing a flat tire, at the place where your car broke down.
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