Indiana has State minimum liability coverage requirements in the amounts of $25,000/$50,000/$10,000. These amounts stand for coverages one has to buy of:
- at least $25,000 worth liability coverage for bodily injury to 1 person.
- at least $50,000 worth liability coverage for all bodily injuries.
- at least $10,000 worth liability coverage for property damage.
The IN Department of Insurance notes that each newly written Indiana auto liability policy must include uninsured and under insured motorists coverages, unless you reject this in writing. Minimum liability limits are:
- Uninsured Motorists: Bodily Injury: $25,000/$50,000
- Property Damage: $10,000
- Under insured Motorists: Bodily Injury: $50,000
According to information from the Highway Loss Data Institute the average loss payment per claim for all passenger cars 2003 to 2005 was $3,970. Other insurance statistic providers note that typical costs for treating an auto accident victim for bodily injuries range from $6,000 to $9,000 but can easily run into the tens of thousands of dollars if a person has sustained a severe injury.
It is always deemed best to buy as much insurance as you can afford. To help you determine what auto insurance coverages you should get above the Indiana state mandated ones use our Insurance Coverage Calculator.
This coverage calculator offers basic recommendations for typical coverage needed based on the answers you provide. Use this coverage calculator as a guide in choosing the coverage that's right for you. Always get the most coverage you can afford to ensure that you and your family are always protected.
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