Not all drivers are insured. A new study found that despite the fact that drivers are required to carry car insurance, nearly one in eight drivers was uninsured in 2015. (Photo: Shutterstock)

1 in 8 U.S. drivers was uninsured in 2015, new study says

By Danielle Ling, PropertyCasualty360.com

When an uninsured driver is at fault in an accident, insured drivers, or their insurance companies, are often left to pay for the resulting physical damage and health costs. As in cases with an underinsured driver, these individuals may not have high enough limits on his or her policy to cover all costs of damage caused.

Findings from a new study raise concerns

Despite the fact that drivers in 49 states are required to carry car insurance, a new study found that nearly one in eight U.S. drivers was uninsured in 2015, putting insured drivers at greater risk in the event of an auto accident.

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Patricia L. Harman

Patricia L. Harman is the editor-in-chief of Claims magazine, a contributing editor to PropertyCasualty360.com, and chairs the annual America's Claims Event (ACE), which focuses on providing claims professionals with cutting-edge education and networking opportunities. She covers auto, property & casualty, workers' compensation, fraud, risk and cybersecurity, and is a frequent speaker at insurance industry events. Contact her at pharman@alm.com