Medical Definition of Sexual sadism. Sexual sadism: Individuals with sexual sadism disorder have persistent fantasies in which sexual excitement results from inflicting psychological or physical suffering (including humiliation and terror) on a sexual partner. This disorder is different from minor acts of aggression in normal sexual activity; for example, rough sex.
total insurable value (TIV) A property insurance term referring to the sum of the full value of the insured's covered property, business income values, and any other covered property interests. Suggest an improvement or addition to the Insurance and Risk Management Glossary. Buy a print version of the Insurance and Risk Management Glossary.
To determine whether or not your car is actually totaled, the insurance company calculates the cost it would take to repair the car. If the cost is more than the resale value of the car, or if it costs more to repair the car than the amount you can get from selling it, then the insurer declares your car a total loss. Insurance companies use various standards to determine the damages theyâll pay you when they declare your car a total loss. Wholesale and Retail Values The resale value of your car depends on how youâre selling it.