Any insurer that issues or delivers in the Commonwealth a new or renewal contract or policy of fire insurance, or a new or renewal contract or policy of fire insurance in combination with other insurance coverages, which policy or contract excludes coverage for damage due to earthquake shall provide written notice that (i) explicitly states that “earthquake coverage is excluded unless purchased by endorsement” and (ii) if such coverage is otherwise available from the insurer, states that information regarding earthquake insurance is available from the insurer or the insurance agent.

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Terms Used In Virginia Code 38.2-2129

  • Contract: A legal written agreement that becomes binding when signed.
  • Insurer: means an insurance company. See Virginia Code 38.2-100

2012, cc. 235, 346.