Endorsements & LiabilityQuestion 94 of 158

Coverage E personal liability on a homeowners policy responds to which of the following?

a.Only injuries that occur on the residence premises
b.Bodily injury or property damage for which the insured is legally liable, on or off the premises, including suit defense in addition to limits
c.Only property damage caused intentionally by the insured
d.Only liability arising out of the insured's employment

Explanation

Coverage E pays sums the insured is legally obligated to pay because of bodily injury or property damage caused by an occurrence. It applies on or off the residence premises (with some exclusions) and provides defense costs in ADDITION to the policy limit. Intentional acts are excluded, and business or auto liability is excluded (covered elsewhere).

Law Reference: ISO HO Coverage E personal liability

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