Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage Explained
If the driver who hits you has no insurance, or not enough, your own policy may still pay — but the rules for how much, and under what conditions, vary significantly by state.
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If the driver who hits you has no insurance, or not enough, your own policy may still pay — but the rules for how much, and under what conditions, vary significantly by state.
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