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Uninsured Motorist Coverage
Insurance coverage that protects you if you're injured by a driver who has no insurance.
In Personal Injury Cases
California insurers must offer UM coverage. If you're hit by an uninsured driver or a hit-and-run driver who cannot be identified, your own UM coverage can pay for your injuries.
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