Arizona § 20-1318 - Prohibited provisions

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 20-1318 — Prohibited provisions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 20-1318. Prohibited provisions

No policy of industrial insurance shall contain any of the following provisions:

1. A provision by which the insurer may deny liability under the policy for the reason that the insured has previously obtained other insurance from the same insurer.

2. A provision giving the insurer the right to declare the policy void because the insured has had any disease or ailment, whether specified or not, or because the insured has received institutional, hospital, medical or surgical treatment or attention, except a provision which gives the insurer the right to declare the policy void if the insured has, within two years prior to the issuance of the policy, received institutional, hospital, medical or surgical treatment or attention and if the insured or claimant under the policy fails to show that the condition occasioning such treatment or attention was not of a serious nature or was not material to the risk.

3. A provision giving the insurer the right to declare the policy void because the insured has been rejected for insurance, unless such right is conditioned upon a showing by the insurer that knowledge of the rejection would have led to a refusal by the insured to make the contract.

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 20-1318

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 20-1318 cover?

Section 20-1318 ("Prohibited provisions") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Arizona § 20-1318?

A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 20-1318" (Arizona). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Arizona law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arizona official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arizona attorney.

How does Arizona § 20-1318 apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Arizona can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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