PIP (Personal Injury Protection)
Spanish: Protección o cobertura contra lesiones/daños personales
Description
PIP, or Personal Injury Protection, is a type of automobile insurance that covers medical expenses and, in some cases, lost wages for individuals injured in an accident, regardless of who is at fault. It is designed to provide immediate financial support for medical treatment and other related costs resulting from personal injuries sustained in a vehicle accident.
Interpreter Notes
Interpreters should be aware that the term 'Protección o cobertura contra lesiones/daños personales' may be used interchangeably with 'cobertura de lesiones personales'. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms. Be cautious of regional variations in terminology that may confuse the meaning.
Example Sentences
EN: Many drivers opt for PIP to ensure they have coverage for medical expenses after an accident.
ES: Muchos conductores optan por la Protección o cobertura contra lesiones/daños personales para asegurarse de tener cobertura para los gastos médicos después de un accidente.
Common Interpreter Mistakes
Confusing PIP with liability insurance; using informal terms instead of the canonical term; misunderstanding the coverage scope related to personal injuries.