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Motorist Uninsured Accident For Bodily Injury In California
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Policy limits: Uninsured motorist coverage comes with limits, just like other insurance coverages. Severe accidents might exceed these limits, leaving you with uncovered expenses. Claim disputes: There might be disputes over the extent of your coverage and the amount you can claim, leading to potential legal battles.
California law does not require you to carry uninsured motorist (UM) or underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage—so, legally, you don't need either one. However, UM/UIM is an important and commonsense coverage to carry.
The standard uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage in California is: $30,000 for bodily injury or death per person. $60,000 for total bodily injury or death per accident. $15,000 for property damage.
Cancelling uninsured motorist insurance is a bad idea. Some people are uninsured for a very good reason, and you should not feel comfortable sharing the road with them. I would not want to risk my health and safety of myself or passengers, or my vehicle.
California law does not require you to carry uninsured motorist (UM) or underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage—so, legally, you don't need either one. However, UM/UIM is an important and commonsense coverage to carry.
Uninsured motorist property damage (UMPD): This pays for the damage to your car from an accident with an uninsured driver who is at fault. The limit is $3,500. This only pays if the uninsured driver is identified. You may not need it if you have collision coverage.
If a driver hits your vehicle and flees, you can file a claim against your policy's uninsured motorist coverage. However, in some states, uninsured motorist coverage for property damage (UMPD) will not cover hit-and-run incidents.
Reporting Someone Who Is Driving Without Car Insurance in California. You can report unsafe drivers, including those who are driving without proper insurance coverage, to the DMV. Simply contact the driver safety branch office for the location nearest you or the uninsured driver.
California law requires that insurance companies offer uninsured motorist coverage. If you are in an accident with an uninsured driver, you can file a claim under your own policy's uninsured motorist coverage if you have it. You can also sue the uninsured driver for your damages.
In California, the statute of limitations for filing a UM / UIM claim is generally two years from the date of the accident.
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