Roulette, blackjack and table games
Does blackjack insurance protect me from losing my main hand?
Direct answer
Insurance is a separate side bet on dealer blackjack; it is not a general refund or safety net for the main wager.
How to use this answer
This answer is based on the mathematical principle or published rule identified in the source below. If the question involves a live betting market, confirm its settlement definition before applying it to a specific bet.
Separate the game’s mathematical probabilities from the casino’s house procedure. The odds may be calculable even where split, surrender, side-bet or payout policies differ between tables.
