Maryland § 12-105

Full text of Maryland Maryland Code § 12-105, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 12-105.

    Without limitation of any right or defense of an insurer, the following acts by or on behalf of an insurer are not considered to be a waiver of a provision of a policy or of a defense of the insurer under the policy:

        (1)    acknowledging the receipt of notice of loss or claim under the policy;

        (2)    furnishing a form for:

            (i)    reporting a loss or claim;

            (ii)    giving information relating to a loss or claim; or

            (iii)    making proof of a loss;

        (3)    receiving or acknowledging receipt of a form or proof listed in item (2) of this section, completed or uncompleted;

        (4)    investigating a loss or claim under a policy; or

        (5)    engaging in negotiations toward settlement of a loss or claim.

Frequently Asked Questions About Maryland § 12-105

What does Maryland Code § 12-105 cover?

Section 12-105 is part of the Maryland Code, the codified statutory law of Maryland. 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 Maryland § 12-105?

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