Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Almost two years after a group of independent claims adjusters alleged that insurers had deceptively altered their damage estimates and low-balled policyholders, Florida’s chief financial officer has issued an emergency rule barring similar actions in Hurricane Milton claims. “Any move …

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

JANUARY 7, 2025

Insurance companies denying hail damage claims are repeat players in the litigation arena. This post will provide more insight and lessons as a grand finale to Policyholders and Public Adjusters Often Need to Hire Their Own Experts, and Policyholders and Public Adjusters … The post Want to Win a Hailstorm Damage Lawsuit?

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 15, 2024

They make insureds less likely to file smaller claims because either damage falls within the deductible, or is so close to it that the policyholder would rather not … Deductibles serve several purposes. They provide some premium relief for the insured.

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

OCTOBER 23, 2024

While Jimmy Patronis and Governor DeSantis trumpet their latest emergency rule as consumer protection following the CBS 60 Minutes Expose noted in CBS 60 Minutes Exposes Alleged Insurance Company Fraud: Adjusters Reveal Altered Hurricane Damage Estimates by Claims Management, the reality reveals a different story.

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Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

They make insureds less likely to file smaller claims because either damage falls within the deductible, or is so close to it that the policyholder would rather not … Deductibles serve several purposes. They provide some premium relief for the insured.

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

It is estimated that the Marshall Fire totally destroyed no less than 1,084 homes, and damaged thousands more with penetrating toxins of smoke, ash, char, and soot. Sadly, almost three years after the Marshall Fire caused … The post Policyholders, Public Adjusters, and Contractors Beware!

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

DECEMBER 7, 2024

The Mississippi Supreme Court has affirmed a $10 million punitive damages award against USAA for its bad faith handling of a Hurricane Katrina claim, sending a clear message about insurers’ obligations to their policyholders.1

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Yesterday’s article, State Farm Wins Alabama Worn Out Roof Damage Case: Lesson About Hail Damage Cases, Expert Testimony, and Investigation Standards, deserves a follow-up about a recent Texas federal court ruling regarding Texas hail damage to roof cases.

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

A recent ruling by a federal trial court stated that the policyholder claimed that a severe hailstorm on May 28, 2021, caused extensive damage to his property, including damage to the roof, vents, flashings, windows, window screens, fascia, gutters, downspouts, and HVAC system.

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

AUGUST 14, 2024

One of the more complex damage issues that must be addressed in all fire, smoke, and heat claims is the amount of damage to personal property in areas of a structure far away from the main fire.

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Insurance Journal

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

By William Rabb Almost two years after a group of independent claims adjusters alleged that insurers had deceptively altered their damage estimates and low-balled policyholders, Floridais chief financial officer has issued an emergency rule barring similar actions in Hurricane Milton …

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

JULY 25, 2024

June 24, 2024) offers valuable lessons for policyholders regarding the importance of cooperation in the insurance claims process. In Marcantel , the plaintiff suffered damage from Hurricane Laura at two properties in Louisiana. The ruling in Marcantel emphasizes the importance of cooperation in the insurance claims process.

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Consequential damages play a significant role in both contract law and insurance claims, but they operate under different frameworks and have distinct implications depending on the context. Consequential damages in contract law are indirect, foreseeable losses that result from a breach of contract.

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

OCTOBER 5, 2024

When navigating the aftermath of a property damage claim, many homeowners seek professionals to help them secure the best possible settlement from their insurance company. However, policyholders … The post Public Adjusters Prohibited in Arkansas appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog.

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Insurance Journal

OCTOBER 15, 2024

When disaster strikes and a policyholder submits a claim, adjusters must quickly produce a comprehensive estimate of the damage so that restoration and replacement procedures can be placed in motion. This post is part of a series sponsored by CoreLogic.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

JULY 29, 2024

Actual cash value of the stolen or damaged property less the deductible; or 2. Payment of loss We may pay for loss in money or repair or replace the damaged or stolen property. If we return stolen property we will pay for any damage resulting from the theft. Our limit of liability for loss will be the lesser of the: 1.

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Insurance policies that provide broad coverage across multiple items or locations can be a policyholder’s best friend. A recent federal court decision in Louisiana 1 highlights the complexities in determining whether a policy provides blanket or scheduled coverage – a distinction that can significantly impact claim payments.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

MARCH 4, 2024

26, 2024), the Western District of Washington considered competing motions for partial summary judgment in a property damage case involving a winter storm, where large amounts of rain and melted snow backed the drain up and the force of the water pushed through the exterior door causing damage to the entire basement level.

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

MARCH 12, 2024

On November 20, 2021, after the home was vacant for an extended period of time, unidentified individuals broke into and damaged Plaintiffs’ property, taking various items. The claim included the cost to replace various appliances, and an additional $1,310 for the value of other stolen personal property, including certain tools and clothing.

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American Agents Alliance

OCTOBER 24, 2024

By Mark Robinson In July 2024, a significant class action lawsuit was filed against the California FAIR Plan, accusing the state’s fire insurance backstop of improperly denying smoke damage claims in violation of California Insurance Code Sections 2070 and 2071.

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American Agents Alliance

JULY 17, 2024

Every part of the insurance lifecycle is changing in the digital age, including the handling of claims. Agents and brokers play important roles in the digital claims management process, from educating policyholders on loss mitigation to helping insureds file claims and work with their insurers.

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Shield Insurance Agency

AUGUST 20, 2024

Shield Insurance Blog | Small Insurance Claims | Contact Our Sales Team! Small Insurance Claims Can Raise Premiums Small insurance claims, such as those for minor property damage, may seem like a hassle to deal with. However, filing small insurance claims can have long-term financial consequences.

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Triple-I: Homeowners Insurance

JUNE 19, 2024

By Max Dorfman, Research Writer, Triple-I The total value of lightning-caused homeowners insurance claims rose more than 30 percent in 2023, to $1.27 billion from $950 million in 2022, Triple-I estimates based on national claims data provided by State Farm. The number of claims rose 13.8 of Claims Avg.

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American Agents Alliance

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Learn more about how to help policyholders prepare for the unexpected with helpful tips. How to Help Policyholders With Proactive Disaster Planning An important start to disaster planning is considering whether or not a potential loss would be covered by insurance. Provide expert educational services for policyholders.

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Property Insurance Centre

JULY 21, 2024

Our Claims Partner, Aspray, Wins Loss Assessor of the Year 2024 We are delighted but not surprised to announce that our claims partner, Aspray, has won the prestigious “Loss Assessor of the Year 2024” award at the British Claims Awards. Key Factors Behind Aspray’s Success 1.

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Property Insurance Centre

MARCH 19, 2024

Consumer education ensures that individuals are prepared and protected with the proper insurance coverage and are knowledgeable about the claims process. It empowers individuals to navigate the claims process effectively and avoid insurance scams. May experience difficulties and delays when making claims due to lack of understanding.

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InsuredMine

DECEMBER 26, 2024

Of this, flooding accounted for approximately $82 billion in damages, yet only $13 billion was covered by insurance, as reported by insurance firm Aon. The technologies enable agencies to: Enhance Risk Assessment Accuracy Today insurtech platforms integrate multiple data sources, and historical claims data, to create more precise risk models.

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Triple-I: Homeowners Insurance

JANUARY 13, 2025

The report highlights how interactions with contractors, public adjusters, and attorney involvement can significantly impact recovery timelines, claims frequency, and insurance costs. Weather Experiences Nearly half of the participants reported damage to their homes after a severe weather event.

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Bankers Insurance

MAY 16, 2024

The homeowners insurance market is complicated and dynamic, and many policyholders have experienced increased rates in recent years despite no changes to their coverage or claims filed. Additionally, more and more people live in wildland-urban interfaces, where homes can be particularly vulnerable to severe weather damage.

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Protect Commercial Insurance

JANUARY 21, 2021

FCA Test Case: Response of non-damage business interruption extensions to COVID-19 losses Supreme Court Decision: Update 19 January 2021 The Supreme Court judgment in the FCA Business Interruption Test Case was published on Friday 15 January 2021. The full judgment together with a copy of the FCA’s press release is available here.

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Boyle Agency Insurance

DECEMBER 31, 2024

If you have a loss of any kind, Chubb will send an adjuster to assess damage right away. Processing of a claim is efficient and speedy. In addition to being covered by their excellent insurance, Chubb offers to inform policyholders of how best to prevent future losses.

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Scott Insurance

JANUARY 31, 2024

According to Money.com , an independent publisher, recent year-over-year premium increases have averaged 20%, and policyholders should expect to see at least a 10-15% increase in 2024. Because of this delay, policyholders should not expect much relief due to cooling inflation until at least 2025.

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Triple-I: Business Insurance

APRIL 24, 2023

In a recent interview with Triple-I CEO Sean Kevelighan, Harger discussed the importance of preparing for and preventing damage from this risk, which is second only to flooding when it comes to costly weather events. People typically think about fire damage when they think about lightning.

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American Agents Alliance

NOVEMBER 9, 2024

Independent P&C agents and brokers who reside and work in this region must also know how to help policyholders manage earthquake risk. Learn more about how agents can help their policyholders manage earthquake risk in this blog. This coverage gap means agents must educate policyholders to help ensure they have adequate protection.

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Property Insurance Centre

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024

See what is not covered in terms of events/damage for your policy and think about getting flood insurance or accidental damage insurance if desired. Accidental damage is not usually covered by a normal building insurance policy. Define the maximum amount that you are willing to spend additional in the case of a claim.

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TGS

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Imagine discovering after a claim that the policy won’t pay enough to replace your roof or cover water damage. Some may exclude things like flood damage, earthquake damage, or—if you live in coastal areas—windstorm coverage. Haven’t filed a claim in years? Does the company handle claims efficiently?

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Boyle Agency Insurance

MARCH 22, 2024

Chubb sends an adjuster to assess damage right away if you should suffer a loss. This means they get to work processing the claim with efficiency. Not only are you well protected, Chubb strives to educate policyholders about ways to prevent future losses. Chubb offers many ways in which they provide top coverage.

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