Which of the following actions showcases the principle of “uberrima fides”?
A
Lying about known medical conditions on an insurance proposal form
B
Not revealing known material facts on an insurance proposal form
C
Disclosing known material facts at the time of taking the policy
D
Paying premium on time
Correct Answer: Disclosing known material facts at the time of taking the policy
Uberrima fides is a Latin phrase, meaning "utmost good faith". This means that all the parties to an insurance contract must deal in good faith, making a full declaration of all the material facts in the insurance proposal.