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Liability Insurance
There is almost nothing worse than financial ruin caused by excessive liability claims.
According to German law, a person responsible for damages to a third party is also responsible or liable for asserting these claims.
Private individuals can protect themselves against such legal claims by taking out
"Personal Liability Insurance Policy" also known as "Third Party Insurance"
This insurance covers damages arising from everyday situations. Such situation may arise whether one is a guest, host, cyclist, pedestrian, shopper,- even if one is enjoying a hobby.
Conclusion:
A personal liability insurance is advantageous to both the insured and the damaged parties. On the one hand, it protects the wealth of the insured person against liability claims; on the other hand, it guarantees that the third party will still receive due compensation, even if the financial situation of the person to blame is inadequate to settle the claim (cannot pay).
All longterm guests are strongly recommended to have this insurance, which covers damages caused by the policy-holder to another person's property (not included are furniture and electrical appliances). In some cases (e.g. if there are children attending the kindergarden) the liability insurance is mandatory.
DESY is not liable for damages caused by guests to third parties.
