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📋 '''Assumption of policies''' is a transaction in which one [[Definition:Insurance carrier | insurance carrier]] takes over the obligations of another carrier's existing [[Definition:Insurance policy | insurance policies]], effectively stepping into the shoes of the original insurer. This transfer means the assuming insurer becomes responsible for honoring all [[Definition:Coverage | coverage]] terms, paying future [[Definition:Claim | claims]], and managing the [[Definition:Policy | policy]] relationships that were originally written by the ceding company. Assumptions commonly arise during [[Definition:Merger and acquisition (M&A) | mergers and acquisitions]], [[Definition:Insolvency | insolvencies]], or strategic exits from particular [[Definition:Line of business | lines of business]].

⚙️ The mechanics of an assumption typically require regulatory approval from the [[Definition:State insurance department | state insurance department]] in each jurisdiction where affected policyholders reside. The assuming carrier must demonstrate adequate [[Definition:Capital and surplus | capital and surplus]] to absorb the additional [[Definition:Loss reserves | loss reserves]] and ongoing [[Definition:Underwriting | underwriting]] exposure. Policyholders generally receive formal notice of the transfer and, depending on jurisdiction, may have the right to consent or object. Unlike [[Definition:Reinsurance | reinsurance]] — where the original insurer remains liable to the policyholder — a true assumption releases the original carrier from further obligation once the transfer is completed and approved.

💡 For insurers looking to shed unprofitable [[Definition:Book of business | books of business]] or wind down operations in a particular state, assumption agreements offer a cleaner exit than simply running off the business over time. Policyholders benefit because their [[Definition:Coverage | coverage]] continues without interruption under a financially sound carrier, rather than being left with an insurer that may lack the commitment or resources to service their needs. [[Definition:Insurance regulator | Regulators]] scrutinize these transactions closely to protect consumers, ensuring the assuming company has the financial strength and operational capability to deliver on every promise embedded in the transferred policies.

'''Related concepts:'''
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* [[Definition:Novation]]
* [[Definition:Loss portfolio transfer (LPT)]]
* [[Definition:Reinsurance]]
* [[Definition:Run-off]]
* [[Definition:Insolvency]]
* [[Definition:Book of business]]
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