Insurance – Auto – UM – Falling Tire – ‘Contact’ Requirement

Prouse v. Bituminous Casualty Corp. Plaintiff’s accident occurred when a tire fell off another vehicle and struck the truck in which plaintiff was riding, causing the driver to lose control. There was no contact between the truck and the other vehicle; therefore, G.S. § 20-279.21(b)(3)(b) does not apply, and plaintiff is not entitled to uninsured motorist coverage.

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Insurance – Auto – UM – Falling Tire – ‘Contact’ Requirement

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