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How to get the right liability insurance coverage

Learn how to choose and change your liability insurance, so you can stay protected as your life changes.

What to consider to make sure you're protected

These key factors can help you choose liability coverage and limits that are right for you.

Your net worth

Use your net worth as a starting point when you select liability limits. If you have high-value assets, you may want higher coverage limits to protect them.

Your risk factors

Some activities and situations can increase your risk of being sued, like having a pool or hosting parties. You may want to adjust your coverage to make sure you're protected.

Recent life changes

Getting married, changing jobs, adopting a pet and other life changes can affect your coverage needs. Make sure your liability coverage still works for your new situation.

Check out more coverage tips

Take a moment to review your policies.

By reviewing them at least once a year, you can make sure you still have the right coverage and your policy details are up to date.

Auto insurance

Any changes like marriage, moving or adding a new driver could affect your auto rate.

Review auto policy

Homeowners insurance

Changes to your home, like improvements or downsizing, can affect your coverage needs.

Review homeowners policy

Renters insurance

If you've moved, found a roommate or got a new pet, you may need to update your coverage.

Review renters policy

How auto liability coverage works

Auto liability coverage helps protect you financially if you cause an accident. It can help pay for other people's bodily injuries or property damage, as well as your legal fees if you're sued.

By law, most states require you to have at least a minimum amount of liability coverage.

Learn about auto liability coverage

How an umbrella policy works

Umbrella insurance can help when a claim is more than the liability limits of your homeowners, auto or renters insurance.

If a claim against you is more than what your policy can cover, an umbrella policy could help pay the rest.

Learn about umbrella insurance

Life events that may affect your liability needs

Check out resources to help you adjust your coverage when certain changes happen.

Moving to a new home

Get tips for coverage and keeping your things safe as you move to your next home.

Learn more about homeowners insurance

Adding a teen driver

As your teen starts driving, make sure you get the right coverage and discounts.

Learn more about auto insurance for a teen driver

Becoming a landlord

Renting out a property can bring new risks. Learn what you need to know to help protect your investment.

Learn more about rental property insurance

Starting a business

Protecting your business from potential claims and lawsuits is crucial. Find out ways to help cover yourself and your business.

Learn more about small business insurance

Why is liability coverage so important?

It helps protect you financially if you're responsible for someone else's injuries or property damage.

The right coverage can help you avoid paying large out-of-pocket costs if something goes wrong.

To learn more about how it protects your wallet, check out the benefits of car liability insurance.

Do you have enough liability coverage?

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You don't have to be a millionaire to be sued like one. And while you may not be a millionaire, your liability insurance needs could add up to more than you might expect.

At USAA, we understand your coverage needs can change over time, which is why we recommend you review them at least annually.

Auto liability coverage helps protect you financially if you're at fault in an accident.

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Say you're in a traffic accident and responsible for damaging multiple cars and injuring several people.

If their medical bills and vehicle damages exceed the limits on your policy, could you afford to pay the difference?

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You may have to sell assets, dip into your savings or even have your paychecks garnished until you have paid what you owe. The general rule of thumb is to carry enough liability coverage to protect your assets such as owned property, savings, or investments, as well as your future earnings potential. However, each person's situation is unique.

Securing protection for the future is just one of the many ways USAA is here to help you become financially prepared. When it comes to liability coverage, it costs only pennies on the dollar compared to the protection it provides.

Use the link provided to review your current liability limits and make the necessary updates to make sure you’re protected.

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Related footnotes:

  1. This material is for informational purposes. Consider your own financial circumstances carefully before making a decision and consult with your tax, legal or estate planning professional.

  2. Membership eligibility and product restrictions apply and are subject to change.

  3. The above coverage descriptions are intended to provide general information and are not an insurance contract. All coverages are subject to the terms, exclusions and conditions of the insurance policy. Read the insurance policy for complete details. Product, coverage and coverage limits options may vary by insurance company and location. Applications for insurance are subject to underwriting by the insurance company.

  4. Property and casualty insurance underwritten by United Services Automobile Association (USAA), USAA Casualty Insurance Company, USAA General Indemnity Company, Garrison Property and Casualty Insurance Company, NOBLR Reciprocal Exchange, based in San Antonio, Texas; USAA S.A. (Europe), and USAA S.A. UK Branch (United Kingdom) and is available only to persons eligible for property and casualty group membership. Each company has sole financial responsibility for its own products.

    Coverages subject to the terms and conditions of the policy.

  5. Small Business Insurance is underwritten by Garrison Property & Casualty Insurance Company, San Antonio, Texas ("Garrison"), or is underwritten by insurance companies that are not affiliated with United Services Automobile Association (USAA) ("third-party insurance companies"). Each company is solely responsible for its insurance products. Any product or coverage descriptions are brief and are informational only. Products, availability, coverages, and terms vary by state and exclusions apply. Applications for insurance are subject to underwriting by the applicable insurance company. All coverages are subject to the terms and conditions of your policy. Read your policy for details. Products underwritten by third-party insurance companies are offered through a relationship between the USAA Insurance Agency (the "Agency") and the third-party insurance company. The Agency contracts with third-party insurance companies to offer products and services ("third-party insurance products") on their behalf. Third-party insurance products are not underwritten by USAA or its affiliates. The Agency receives a commission on the sale or renewal of third-party insurance products and may receive other performance-based compensation from them. When you purchase an insurance product from one of these third-party insurance companies, that company is responsible for protecting your data, and its processes and procedures may differ from those of USAA. USAA Insurance Agency means USAA Insurance Agency, Inc., or USAA of Texas Insurance Agency (collectively the "Agency"). California License #0D78305, Texas License #7096, 9800 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, Texas 78288.

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