California Civil Code Section 999 Quiz
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What action must an insurer take if they do not accept a demand according to CCP §999.3?

  • Notify the claimant of its decision orally
  • Accept the demand within three days
  • Notify the claimant in writing of its decision (correct)
  • Provide an explanation after the demand expires

What criteria must a demand meet to be considered a reasonable offer to settle?

  • It should be addressed only to the insurance representative.
  • It must substantially comply with CCP §999.1-5. (correct)
  • It must comply with the material terms in CCP §999.1 only.
  • It must be sent to the Department of Insurance directly.

Which types of claims does CCP §999.5 apply to?

  • Claims related to commercial disputes
  • Automobile and wrongful death claims among others (correct)
  • Only personal injury claims
  • Medical malpractice claims exclusively

What must be included in a time-limited demand according to CCP §999.1?

<p>A description of all known injuries (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the insurer allowed to request during the time to accept a demand?

<p>Clarification or additional information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum time period for accepting a time-limited demand by email, fax, or certified mail?

<p>30 days (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true regarding extracontractual damages?

<p>They are any amount exceeding the policy limit of liability insurance. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which designation should be included in a policy limit demand to comply with CCP §999.1?

<p>Time-Limited Demand (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a required material term in a time-limited demand under CCP §999.1?

<p>List of all witnesses to the incident (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What liability does an insurer face if it fails to accept a reasonable settlement offer within policy limits?

<p>Liability extends to the entire judgment against the insured. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if an insurer fails to accept a reasonable settlement offer in terms of protecting the insured?

<p>It exposes the insured to liability beyond coverage. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one factor that should NOT be included in evaluating a reasonable settlement demand?

<p>The adjuster's level of expertise. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what circumstance would an insurer likely face legal consequences regarding policy limits?

<p>If a reasonable settlement offer is ignored. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

CCP §999 section does not apply to a claimant that is not represented by counsel.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

We can still open the policy and claim extracontractual damages from a defendant even if our policy limit demand did not comply with CCP $999.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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