Accidental death can devastate a family both emotionally and financially. Death within 12 months of buying the policy, and caused by an external, violent, visible, and evident means, which is verified and certified by a medical practitioner is also covered under a personal accident policy. In case of accidental death, the nominee is paid 100 per cent of the sum assured. Here, it is important to note that a life insurance policy will also pay out the sum assured in case of accidental death, while a personal accident policy will not make a payout in case of natural death.