Coverbird

Glossary

Occurrence

A coverage trigger: the policy that applies is the one in force when the injury or damage happens.

What it means

CG 00 01 is occurrence GL. CG 00 02 is claims-made. Most small-business GL is occurrence. Claims-made needs a retroactive date and often tail coverage when you switch carriers.

Why it shows up

If someone asks “is this occurrence or claims-made?” they are reading the form number, not the brochure.

What to look for

  • CG 00 01 versus CG 00 02
  • Retroactive date on claims-made
  • Umbrella following the same trigger

Coverbird reads the declarations and form schedule on the PDF you already have. It does not sell insurance or say whether a limit is enough.

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Forms that implement this

Related terms

  • Claims-made

    A coverage trigger: the policy that applies is the one in force when the claim is made, subject to a retroactive date.

  • Declarations page

    The front pages that list who is insured, what is covered, the term, premium, and limits.