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What is a settlement in car insurance?

What does settlement mean? I submitted a PIP claim and my insurance agent keeps referring to a settlement.

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Emily Maracle · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“A settlement in
car insurance
is the amount that a car insurance carrier agrees to pay after a claim is submitted.
A settlement can come from your insurance or another driver’s.
Since you’re submitting a
personal injury protection
claim, your settlement will come from your own insurance. Your medical expenses and the coverage you have on your policy will determine your settlement amount.
Settlements are negotiable. If you’re not happy with the amount your insurance is offering to settle for and it’s within your coverage limits, you can opt to negotiate with them.”
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