Common use of Legal Protection Clause in Contracts

Legal Protection. The insurance covers expenses for lawyers, courts, experts, and witnesses when the owner, user or driver is a party to a dispute concerning the driving of the vehicle covered by this insurance. Such coverage only applies to disputes that arise during the insurance period. Legal aid coverage is a reimbursement scheme, which gives the right to compensation for reasonable and necessary documented expenses in such disputes that are covered by the insurance. The coverage applies to disputes that can be brought before the ordinary courts. The insurance company or Omocom will not in any way participate in or be a party to the dispute. The insured can choose a lawyer or registered legal assistant to assist in the dispute. If there are several parties on the same side in the same dispute, the insurance company or Omocom may demand that they use the same legal assistance. Always contact Omocom before making any commitments relating to a dispute. The insurance company or Omocom must be informed in writing as soon as possible and no later than one year after a dispute has arisen and a lawyer/registered legal assistant has been engaged. The insurance covers a maximum of 20 000 EUR. For disputes against the insurer, legal aid is covered by a maximum of 2 500 EUR. The insurance does not apply for disputes between the owner and the renter.