In which situation will a driver not be paid for loss of income under accident benefits?

In situations involving accident benefits, loss of income coverage is often contingent upon the driver being legally able to operate a vehicle and possessing a valid license at the time of the accident. If a driver's license is suspended, they are considered unlicensed, and therefore, they would not be eligible for compensation regarding loss of income under accident benefits. The rationale here is that the insurance system is designed to cover legal drivers who follow the rules of the road, and having a suspended license indicates a failure to meet those legal requirements.

While impairment, refusal of a breathalyzer test, and passing a driving test can all imply issues relating to the driver's ability or legal standing to drive, the core issue in this context is the status of the license. A suspended license unequivocally removes the driver from the category of eligible drivers for income loss benefits, reinforcing the importance of maintaining valid and lawful driving privileges to qualify for such insurance protections.