what are the duties of the insured to the insurer in the event of a liability claim being filed

The insured’s principal duty to the insurer in the event of a liability claim is to cooperate with the insurer in the investigation and defense of the claim. This includes providing complete and accurate information to the insurer and providing requested documents within a reasonable time. The insured should also promptly report any potential claim to the insurer as soon as they become aware of it, as this gives the insurer time to organise an appropriate and timely defence. These same duties are generally implied in the contract, so it is important for the insured to understand and abide by them. There may also be other specific duties, depending on the policy language and the nature of the claim.