Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Almost every state requires drivers to buy car insurance to legally operate a vehicle, and that includes Iowa. This is typically called liability-only insurance. Liability protects others if you are at fault in an accident, paying for their property damage and injuries.
If you are at fault in an accident and don’t have insurance, you would be required to pay for all damages and injuries out of pocket. Other drivers or their insurance companies can also sue you if you refuse to pay for the damages.
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