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Insurance Glossary

Supplemental Claim

Claims

Definition

An additional claim filed after the initial claim when further damage is discovered or repair costs exceed the original estimate. Also called a reopened claim or additional claim.

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Reclamo Suplementario

Un reclamo adicional presentado después del reclamo inicial cuando se descubre más daño o los costos de reparación exceden la estimación original. También llamado reclamo reabierto o reclamo adicional.

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Related Terms

Claim
A formal request by a policyholder to an insurance company for coverage or compensation for a covered loss or policy event.
Loss Assessment
An evaluation of the extent and value of damage or loss for insurance claim purposes. This assessment determines the amount the insurance company will pay based on policy terms and the actual damage sustained.
Adjuster
A person who investigates claims and recommends settlement options based on estimates of damage and insurance policies held.
Arbitration
An alternative to going to court where a neutral third-party is used to settle a dispute between an insurer and a policyholder, typically regarding claim settlements or coverage interpretations.
Claimant
The person or business that makes a claim to the insured person or their insurance company, seeking compensation for damages or losses.
Subrogation
The legal right of an insurance company to pursue a third party that caused an insurance loss to the insured, allowing the insurer to recover the amount of the claim paid to the insured. This right is transferred from the insured to the insurer upon payment of the claim.
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