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The short answer
Motor legal protection may help with legal costs for specified disputes or recovering uninsured losses after an accident. It is not unlimited legal advice and does not replace compulsory motor liability cover.
What it may cover
A product can help pursue losses such as an excess or other eligible expenses. Coverage depends on the dispute and policy terms.
- Read the types of dispute included.
- Check whether defence or prosecution costs are excluded or covered.
Conditions for a claim
Policies can require reasonable prospects of success or apply other eligibility tests. The provider may appoint legal representatives under its process.
- Check the claim limit and any excess.
- Read notification and approval requirements.
Other insurance is separate
Third-party motor liability protects against covered liabilities to others. Legal expenses insurance supports specified legal action, which is a different function.
- Do not assume criminal fines are paid.
- Check separate legal products you already hold.
Comparing the extra
Compare included and optional cover across the exact tiers. A headline limit is less useful without knowing what triggers assistance.
- Check when cover starts and exclusions for existing disputes.
- Ask about handling a disagreement with the appointed adviser.
Before you decide
- Read covered disputes and exclusions.
- Check claim conditions as well as the limit.
- Compare any existing legal expenses cover.
Frequently asked questions
Will it fund any case I choose?
No. The case must meet the policy conditions.
Is it the same as comprehensive cover?
No. It is a separate benefit or extra on some products.
Sources and further reading
Prepared by CompareDirect using the sources above. Policy eligibility, cover and claims depend on the provider’s current documents and your circumstances.
Before you buy
Our car insurance listings compare provider features and quote destinations, not personalised premiums. Check the exact product, eligibility, excesses and full terms on the provider’s website. Nothing here is a personalised insurance recommendation.
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