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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.
Premium
The money paid for an insurance policy based upon the coverage provided.
Comparative Negligence
The percentage of fault shared by each driver in an accident in which both contribute to causing the collision.
Commissioner of Insurance
The title of the head of most state insurance departments. In some states, the Director or Superintendent of Insurance is used instead.
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.
Exclusion
A contractual provision in an insurance policy that denies coverage for certain perils, persons, property, or locations.
Commission
That portion of the premium paid to the agent as compensation for his or her services.
Liability Insurance
Coverage for a policyholder's legal liability resulting from injuries to other persons or damage to their property.
Broker
A person who for payment of a fee procures insurance on your behalf.
Collision
Pays for damage to your car caused by a collision with another vehicle or with any other object, regardless who was at fault.
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