Which of the following statements is (are) true regarding in…

Which of the following statements is (are) true regarding insurance agents and insurance brokers? I.A property and liability insurance agent has the authority to bind the insurer for certain types of coverage. II.A licensed broker who is not a licensed agent has the legal authority to bind an insurer.

Jacob sold his house to Shelia for $140,000 in cash. Jacob “…

Jacob sold his house to Shelia for $140,000 in cash. Jacob “threw in” insurance on the house as part of the deal and did not bother telling the insurer that there was a new owner. Four months after Shelia purchased the home, a windstorm damaged the roof. Which of the following legal characteristics of insurance contracts could the insurer use to legally deny payment for the damage to the roof?