The world is currently in the midst of an unprecedented situation. The coronavirus pandemic is the most pressing issue at the moment — and with good reason. Not only is it a public health and economic story, but it's also a sociological story, a government story, a medical story and much more. Another story that is happening and will continue to develop over time is law-related. COVID-19 has disrupted nearly all industries, forcing many to quickly change or freeze business operations altogether. It has also raised questions and concerns about business interruption, workers' compensation, general liability and more. With so many lawsuits arising out of coverage denials for the coronavirus, how terms are defined will matter. Whether you're looking to learn some new terms or brush up on ones you already know, explore our slideshow above to see common terms to know in the world of property & casualty insurance. To learn more insurance terms, check out the insurance dictionary on FC&S Expert Coverage Interpretation. Related: |

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Denny Jacob

Denny Jacob is an associate editor for NU PropertyCasualty360. Contact him at [email protected].