Back to blogUpdated · 1 min read

Third-party liability cover

Think of it as protection for everything that your car might damage while you are driving it, except for your car itself.

What does third-party liability cover?

Third-party liability protects you when a third party lays a damage claim against you after you are in a car accident where you damaged their car or property and they hold you legally responsible to cover the cost of their damage. Most insurers also cover you in instances where you cause damage to other people’s stuff, even if you are driving a car that isn’t the one you’ve insured with them.

Is third-party liability insurance compulsory?

In many countries, all car owners are required to have third-party liability insurance by law. However, in South Africa, it is not required by law.

What is the risk if I do not have third-party liability insurance?

The risk is that you drive into the back of a Ferrari 250 GTO and the owner holds you legally liable for the repairs, and it ends up costing you a million or two.

Get your quote in 90 seconds

You might also like

Definitions

Emergency assistance

When you find yourself in a bit of a pickle whether it be a flat tyre on the side of the road, a burst geyser, or a jammed key in the front door, your insurer will offer emergency assistance where someone will come out and help you.

1 min read
Definitions

Comprehensive car insurance

Comprehensive car insurance covers you for loss or damage to your vehicle that is caused by hijacking, theft, hail, storms, fire, lightning, explosion, and malicious or accidental damage. You are also covered for third-party liability.

1 min read
Definitions

Accidental damage

Accidental damage refers to genuine accidents; where the damage was caused by an unforeseen event that happened unexpectedly and which was not done on purpose.

1 min read