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Occurrence

An accident or event that may result in a covered loss

Detailed Explanation

An occurrence is a specific incident that triggers insurance coverage, such as a collision, theft, or weather damage. Multiple damages from a single incident are typically considered one occurrence for claims purposes.

Practical Example

The hailstorm that damaged five vehicles in a parking lot was considered a single occurrence, though it resulted in multiple claims.

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