: His Personal Injury Protection (PIP) kicked in immediately, but he had to choose between a "Standard" policy (with more coverage) or a "Basic" policy (which might not cover as much if he were seriously injured).
: Marco had opted for the "Limitation on Lawsuit" threshold to save money on his monthly bill. This meant he couldn't sue the other driver for "pain and suffering" unless his injuries were permanent or severe, like a displaced fracture or significant scarring.
: Even though the accident wasn't his fault, he worried his rates might still tick up. Insurers sometimes raise premiums after any claim because it changes a driver's "risk profile". Finding the Silver Lining