Second-Party Insurance

/ˈsɛkənd ˈpɑːrti ɪnˈʃʊrəns/

Definitions

  1. (n.) An insurance arrangement where the beneficiary, distinct from the insured, obtains coverage to compensate for losses from a third party's liability.
    The second-party insurance policy provided the injured employee with compensation after the accident.

Forms

  • second-party insurance

Commentary

Second-party insurance is less common terminology, often used to emphasize the insured or beneficiary's role distinct from first- or third-party perspectives; drafting should clarify the position of parties involved.

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