Duplication
Term · Insurance and risk management · MLC-T-INS-001233
The existence of multiple insurance policies or coverages that protect against the same loss or peril for the same insured. This can lead to inefficiencies in claims processing and potential disputes among insurers regarding contribution. While not always prohibited, it does not increase the total amount recoverable beyond the actual loss suffered.
| Identifier | MLC-T-INS-001233 |
|---|---|
| Field | Insurance and risk management |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "The existence of multiple insurance policies or coverages that protect against the same loss or peril for the same insured. This can lead to inefficiencies in claims processing and potential disputes among insurers regarding contribution. While not always prohibited, it does not increase the total amount recoverable beyond the actual loss suffered.",
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