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Summons
Document or writ directing the sheriff or other officer to notify a person that an action has been commenced against him in court and that he is required to appear, on a certain day, and answer the complaint in such action.
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.
Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UMC)
Provides coverage for a policyholder involved in a collision with a driver who does not have liability insurance.
Subpoena
Document issued by the authority of the court to compel a witness to appear and give testimony or produce documentary evidence in a proceeding. Failure to appear or produce is punishable by contempt of court.
Insurer
The insurance company providing the insurance.
Broker
A person who for payment of a fee procures insurance on your behalf.
Deductible
The amount of the loss which the insured is responsible to pay before benefits from the insurance policy are payable.
Comprehensive Coverage
Pays for damage to your car caused by reason other than collision, such as fire, theft, windstorm, flood, etc.
Premium Finance Company
A lending institution that finances insurance premiums for a fee.
Salvage
Property taken over by an insurer to reduce its loss.
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