Definition of "Claim expense"

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Cost incurred in adjusting a claim. Claim-adjustment expenses include such items as attorneys' fees and investigation expenses (e.g., witness interviews). The claim settlement dollar amount awarded to the injured party is not considered a claim expense item.

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