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primary cover

Primary cover refers to the policy that responds first to an insured loss, either on a first-dollar basis or after allowing for a deductible.

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primary cover

Primary cover refers to the policy that responds first to an insured loss, either on a first-dollar basis or after allowing for a deductible.

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When the primary coverage limits are paid, any remaining loss is covered by whatever excess layer of insurance may be in place.

Synonyms

underlying insurance

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