underinsured motorist coverage

Definition

An automobile policy option which covers one for property damage and bodily injury caused by another motorist whose coverage is insufficient to cover the damages one has suffered. This policy compensates the injured party for the difference between the injury suffered and the liability covered by the insurance of the driver at fault.

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uninsured motorist coverage, insured, bodily injury coverage, property damage coverage, collision coverage, comprehensive coverage

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