Do you have to have liability insurance in Alabama?
The Alabama Mandatory Liability Insurance Law provides that no person shall operate, register, or maintain registration of a motor vehicle designed to be used on a public road or highway unless it is covered by a liability insurance policy. §32-7A-3, Code of Alabama 1975.
What happens if the person at fault in an accident has no insurance in Alabama?
Your insurance company stands in the “shoes” of the at-fault driver. It compensates you for your damages and losses as if it insured the driver who caused the accident. You are not required to purchase uninsured motorist coverage in Alabama. However, all insurance companies must offer UM coverage.
What kind of car insurance do I need in Alabama?
Alabama drivers are required to carry liability coverage at minimum, which includes protections for bodily injury and property damage. Physical damage coverage includes collision and comprehensive insurance, which protect your car if it’s damaged in a collision or an incident other than a collision.