David purchases a comprehensive health insurance policy and diligently pays his monthly premiums. Six months later, he undergoes a covered medical procedure. However, David fails to submit the required proof of loss forms to his insurer within the 90-day timeframe explicitly required by his policy provisions. As a result, the insurance company legally denies the claim. Which characteristic of an insurance contract permits the insurer to withhold payment in this specific scenario?
- It is a conditional contractCevap
- BIt is a unilateral contract
- CIt is a contract of adhesion
- DIt relies on the principle of waiver
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It is a conditional contract
An insurance policy is a conditional contract, meaning the insurer's obligation to pay a claim is contingent upon the insured satisfying certain conditions specified in the policy agreement. Submitting a timely proof of loss is a standard condition. If the insured fails to meet these required conditions, the insurer is relieved of its obligation to perform.
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Conditional Nature of Insurance Contracts