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ACCIDENT - An unexpected event, which happens by chance and is not expected in the normal course of events.

ACCIDENT BENEFITS - Accident Benefits refer to coverage that is paid when an insured is injured or killed in an automobile accident. This coverage is provided regardless of who was at-fault in the accident. (This category of benefits includes most of the coverages discussed on this website.)

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CAREGIVER BENEFIT - If you are providing full-time care to dependants and can no longer provide that care as the result of an auto accident, you may be eligible for caregiver benets to reimburse you for your expenses to hire someone to care for your dependants.

CATASTROPHIC INJURY - An injury that is so severe that the injured person has lost the use of a bodily system or function and is not expected to fully recover. Some examples of catastrophic injuries include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, severe burns, loss of limbs, amputations, and paralysis or paraplegia or quadriplegia. For the Financial Services Commission of Ontario’s definitions of Catastrophic injuries, please refer to their full regulations via this link

COLLISION OR UPSET COVERAGE - When your vehicle is involved in a collision with another vehicle or object (or rolls over), this benefit is intended to pay for its repair or replacement.

COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE - This benefit is intended to repair damage to your car not arising from an accident, such as falling or flying objects and vandalism.

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DEATH AND FUNERAL BENEFIT - If you die as a result of an auto accident, the death benefit provides a lump sum payout to your spouse and your dependant; the funeral benefit provides a lump sum payout to cover the cost of your funeral expenses.

DEDUCTIBLE - An agreement included in your policy for you to pay the first portion of any loss.

DEPENDANT CARE BENEFIT - If you are employed and have dependants (i.e. people relying on you for financial support), this optional benefit is intended to pay additional expenses incurred for their care. These dependants may include, for example, your children or elderly persons in your care.

DIRECT COMPENSATION - PROPERTY DAMAGE (DCPD) COVERAGE - Covers damage to your vehicle or its contents if another person was at fault for the accident. It is called direct compensation because even though someone else causes the damage, you collect directly from your own insurer. The accident must also occur in Ontario and both drivers must be insured by an insurance company licensed in the province.

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HOUSEKEEPING AND HOME MAINTENANCE BENEFIT - If you are unable to perform your usual duties due to your injuries, this benefit pays for reasonable and necessary additional expenses for someone to complete your usual duties.

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INCOME REPLACEMENT BENEFIT - If you cannot work as the result of an auto accident, you may be eligible for basic weekly income replacement benets of up to $400. This benet commences after one week.

INDEXATION BENEFIT - This optional benefit provides for the automatic adjustment of the income replacement benefit, non-earner benefit, attendant care benefit or medical and rehabilitation benefit according to the Consumer Price Index for Canada to compensate for inflation.

INDEPENDANT INSURANCE BROKERS - Independent brokers are licensed, independently operated firms who offer choice between the products of several insurance companies, along with impartial, professional advice and advocacy in the marketplace. Consumers should have access to independent, professional advisors, who provide advocacy and choice.

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LIABILITY COVERAGE - If you are found to be at fault in a car accident, this benefit is intended to insure you against the costs of claims or lawsuits made against you.

LOSS OF USE COVERAGE - In car insurance, Loss of Use coverage will have the insurance company pay for the use of a rental car while the insured’s car is being repaired.

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MEDICAL AND REHABILITATION BENEFIT - Covers the cost of reasonable and necessary medical and rehabilitation expenses (e.g., physiotherapy, prescriptions) that are not covered by OHIP or your disability insurance plan.

MINOR INJURY - a Minor injury, with respect to an auto accident, are sprains, strains, dislocations, lacerations, contusions, abrasions and whiplash injuries without nerve damage or a fracture. For the Financial Services Commission of Ontario’s definitions of minor injuries, please refer to their full regulations via this link

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NON-EARNER BENEFIT - If you are not employed and suffer a complete inability to carry on a normal life as a result of an injury from a car accident, non-earner accident benefits can be paid out for the first six months after your injury.

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OPCF 44R - Covers you for the difference between the at-fault driver’s Third Party Liability limit and your own Third Party Liability limit if someone with less liability coverage than you injures you in an accident.

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THIRD PARTY LIABILITY - Claims made by a driver against another driver who causes an accident.

TORT DEDUCTIBLE - The amount that is deducted from a settlement or court award for pain and suering.

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UNINSURED AUTO COVERAGE - Protects you and your family if you are injured or killed by a hit-and-run driver or by an uninsured motorist. It also covers damage to your vehicle caused by an identified uninsured driver.



Glossary of Auto Insurance Terms The definitions appearing in this Glossary are provided solely for general informational purposes and are intended to help provide a better understanding of the terms used in this website. They are not intended to be complete and accurate descriptions of all the specific terms, conditions and exclusions applicable to your insurance policy. The definitions contained in the actual policy shall govern.
[A] - Back to Top ACCIDENT - An unexpected event, which happens by chance and is not expected in the normal course of events. ACCIDENT BENEFITS - Accident Benefits refer to coverage that is paid when an insured is injured or killed in an automobile accident. This coverage is provided regardless of who was at-fault in the accident. (This category of benefits includes most of the coverages discussed on this website.) [C] Back to Top CAREGIVER BENEFIT - If you are providing full-time care to dependants and can no longer provide that care as the result of an auto accident, you may be eligible for caregiver benets to reimburse you for your expenses to hire someone to care for your dependants. CATASTROPHIC INJURY - An injury that is so severe that the injured person has lost the use of a bodily system or function and is not expected to fully recover. Some examples of catastrophic injuries include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, severe burns, loss of limbs, amputations, and paralysis or paraplegia or quadriplegia. For the Financial Services Commission of Ontario’s definitions of Catastrophic injuries, please refer to their full regulations via this link COLLISION OR UPSET COVERAGE - When your vehicle is involved in a collision with another vehicle or object (or rolls over), this benefit is intended to pay for its repair or replacement. COMPREHENSIVE COVERAGE - This benefit is intended to repair damage to your car not arising from an accident, such as falling or flying objects and vandalism. [D] Back to Top DEATH AND FUNERAL BENEFIT - If you die as a result of an auto accident, the death benefit provides a lump sum payout to your spouse and your dependant; the funeral benefit provides a lump sum payout to cover the cost of your funeral expenses. DEDUCTIBLE - An agreement included in your policy for you to pay the first portion of any loss. DEPENDANT CARE BENEFIT - If you are employed and have dependants (i.e. people relying on you for financial support), this optional benefit is intended to pay additional expenses incurred for their care. These dependants may include, for example, your children or elderly persons in your care. DIRECT COMPENSATION - PROPERTY DAMAGE (DCPD) COVERAGE - Covers damage to your vehicle or its contents if another person was at fault for the accident. It is called direct compensation because even though someone else causes the damage, you collect directly from your own insurer. The accident must also occur in Ontario and both drivers must be insured by an insurance company licensed in the province. [H] Back to Top HOUSEKEEPING AND HOME MAINTENANCE BENEFIT - If you are unable to perform your usual duties due to your injuries, this benefit pays for reasonable and necessary additional expenses for someone to complete your usual duties. [I] Back to Top INCOME REPLACEMENT BENEFIT - If you cannot work as the result of an auto accident, you may be eligible for basic weekly income replacement benets of up to $400. This benet commences after one week. INDEXATION BENEFIT - This optional benefit provides for the automatic adjustment of the income replacement benefit, non-earner benefit, attendant care benefit or medical and rehabilitation benefit according to the Consumer Price Index for Canada to compensate for inflation. INDEPENDANT INSURANCE BROKERS - Independent brokers are licensed, independently operated firms who offer choice between the products of several insurance companies, along with impartial, professional advice and advocacy in the marketplace. Consumers should have access to independent, professional advisors, who provide advocacy and choice. [L] Back to Top LIABILITY COVERAGE - If you are found to be at fault in a car accident, this benefit is intended to insure you against the costs of claims or lawsuits made against you. LOSS OF USE COVERAGE - In car insurance, Loss of Use coverage will have the insurance company pay for the use of a rental car while the insured’s car is being repaired. [M] Back to Top MEDICAL AND REHABILITATION BENEFIT - Covers the cost of reasonable and necessary medical and rehabilitation expenses (e.g., physiotherapy, prescriptions) that are not covered by OHIP or your disability insurance plan. MINOR INJURY - a Minor injury, with respect to an auto accident, are sprains, strains, dislocations, lacerations, contusions, abrasions and whiplash injuries without nerve damage or a fracture. For the Financial Services Commission of Ontario’s definitions of minor injuries, please refer to their full regulations via this link [N] Back to Top NON-EARNER BENEFIT - If you are not employed and suffer a complete inability to carry on a normal life as a result of an injury from a car accident, non-earner accident benefits can be paid out for the first six months after your injury. [O] Back to Top OPCF 44R - Covers you for the difference between the at-fault driver’s Third Party Liability limit and your own Third Party Liability limit if someone with less liability coverage than you injures you in an accident. [T] Back to Top THIRD PARTY LIABILITY - Claims made by a driver against another driver who causes an accident. TORT DEDUCTIBLE - The amount that is deducted from a settlement or court award for pain and suering. [U] Back to Top UNINSURED AUTO COVERAGE - Protects you and your family if you are injured or killed by a hit-and-run driver or by an uninsured motorist. It also covers damage to your vehicle caused by an identified uninsured driver.