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How much uninsured motorist protection should I get if I live in New York?
I want to add uninsured motorist protection to my policy, as a friend of mine got hit by a person without insurance and it turned into a massive legal battle. How much uninsured motorist coverage should I get in New York?
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“New York legally requires all drivers to have 25/50
uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage
. This breaks down to $25,000 for bodily injury per person and $50,000 for bodily injury per accident.However, this level of coverage probably won’t be enough in most cases. If you were in a catastrophic accident, the cost of transportation to the hospital might total $10,000. A week’s stay in the hospital, including lost wages, might run you $150,000 or more.
That’s why you should definitely get higher coverage. The amount you should get depends on your budget. A general rule of thumb is to buy as much coverage as you can comfortably afford.”
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- Gregory R.
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