It's common knowledge that insurance is necessary to safeguard such big-ticket purchases as cars and homes. But accidents and unexpected damage can happen anywhere, anytime, and the circumstances sometimes fall outside the realm of traditional insurance policies. Leave it to insurance carriers and risk managers to recognize the potential expense of unusual and uncommon mishaps. The slideshow above highlights some of these wacky losses and the types of insurance coverage available to safeguard against them. See also:

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