Third-party insurance claim refers to a type of insurance claim where an individual or entity seeks compensation for damages or losses incurred as a result of the actions of a third party. In the context of insurance, a third party is any individual or entity that is not the policyholder or the insurance company.
For example, if a person gets into a car accident caused by another driver, they can file a third-party insurance claim against the other driver’s insurance company to cover the cost of damages and medical expenses.
To make a third-party insurance claim, the claimant must provide evidence of the damages or losses incurred and demonstrate that they were caused by the actions of the third party. The insurance company will investigate the claim and determine whether it is valid and the amount of compensation that should be paid.
Third-party insurance claims are common in various types of insurance, including auto insurance, liability insurance, and general insurance. They are an important means of providing financial protection to individuals and entities that may be affected by the actions of third parties.