The mandatory 'notice of claim' provision requires the insured to notify the insurer of a claim within:
Explanation
The notice of claim provision requires the insured to tell the insurer that a loss has occurred within a stated time, commonly 20 days after the loss or as soon as reasonably possible. A rigid five-day rule, six months, or a full year does not match the standard uniform provision. Prompt notice lets the insurer begin processing and, if needed, investigate the claim. This is the first step in the claims sequence, followed by claim forms and proof of loss.
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