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Prompt payment of claims means insurers must pay claims that are due under the policy promptly and fairly, after a proper investigation and valuation. Once the claim is valid and the insurer has all information reasonably needed to process it, payment should be made without unnecessary delay, and any denial or settlement should be based on a fair assessment of coverage, liability, and the amount owed. This duty reflects the expectation that insurers handle claims in good faith and in a timely manner, rather than delaying payments or denying claims without a legitimate reason. The other options conflict with this duty: delaying until litigation, denying every claim, or paying only part of a claim do not align with the obligation to pay promptly when the claim is due and properly investigated.