What does the term 'Subrogation' refer to?

Subrogation refers to the legal process by which an insurer, after paying a claim to its insured, assumes the rights of that insured to seek recovery from a third party that may be responsible for the loss. In simpler terms, once the insurance company has compensated the insured for their loss, it gains the right to pursue any legal action against the party at fault to recover the funds it has paid out.

This process is important as it helps insurance companies manage their costs and helps them to keep premiums lower for policyholders. By being able to recover the amounts paid out in claims from responsible third parties, insurers can more effectively maintain financial stability.

The other choices do not accurately define subrogation. The right to refuse payment would usually relate to exclusions or conditions in a policy. The right to collect insurance premiums pertains to revenue for the insurer and does not involve claims. The idea of claiming twice would relate to fraudulent behavior in insurance, which is the opposite of what subrogation promotes, as it is about recovering legitimately owed amounts rather than seeking duplicate compensation.