Insurance Terms

Good Faith

Honesty and fairness in dealing with others, including honest intent and absence of fraud or seeking unfair advantage.

In Personal Injury Cases

Insurance companies have a duty to handle claims in good faith. When they don't, they may be liable for bad faith, potentially resulting in additional damages.

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Dishonest or unfair conduct by an insurance company in handling claims, such as unreasonably denying valid claims or delaying payments.

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