Other Than Life (OTL) Practice Exam

What coverage helps protect the insured if the responsible driver has low liability limits?

1. Uninsured Motorist Coverage

2. Family Protection Endorsement

3. Accident Benefits

4. Comprehensive Coverage

The correct answer is: Family Protection Endorsement

The Family Protection Endorsement is a valuable addition to an auto insurance policy that specifically addresses situations where the insured is involved in an accident with a driver who has insufficient liability coverage. When a responsible driver is underinsured, meaning their liability limits are lower than what is necessary to cover the damages incurred, the Family Protection Endorsement provides additional coverage that comes into play. This ensures that the insured is compensated adequately up to the limits of their own policy, protecting them from potential financial loss due to inadequate coverage of the at-fault driver. In contrast, Uninsured Motorist Coverage is designed to protect against incidents involving drivers who do not have any insurance at all, rather than those who have low limits. Accident Benefits refer to the coverage that provides benefits regardless of who was at fault in the accident, mainly covering medical expenses and loss of income. Comprehensive Coverage primarily protects against damage to the insured’s vehicle from non-collision events such as theft, vandalism, or natural disasters, and does not address liability issues stemming from another driver’s limits.