Definitions for "Collateral Assignment"
When benefits in an insurance policy are transferred to a creditor or lienholder as part of the collateral for a loan. The creditor receives only that portion of the policy benefits or payments that compare to the amount of the creditor's interest or value of the loan. Most common in property, life and inland marine coverages.
Assignment of an interest in property, such as a note secured by a trust deed, for security purposes; not an absolute assignment.
An assignment that transfers some of the ownership rights under an insurance policy, generally for a temporary period. See absolute assignment.