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Waivers of subrogation: contract and policy checks

A waiver of subrogation can restrict recovery against a specified party following an insured loss.

A waiver of subrogation can restrict recovery against a specified party following an insured loss.

The distinction that matters

A contractual waiver and an insurer-approved endorsement are different documents; agreeing to one does not prove the other exists.

What to check

  • Identify the party and scope.
  • Obtain insurer approval where required.
  • Check any additional premium or conditions.

Example to discuss

A tenant asked to waive recovery rights checks its policy before signing the lease provision.

This is a hypothetical comparison, not a customer claim or a determination of cover.

Sources and further reading

General information only. The policy, schedule and applicable rules determine the actual position. For a personal decision, use an appropriately qualified adviser or the relevant provider.

Sources

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