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Explaining Deductibles After Multiple Florida Hurricanes

Insurance Journal

Deductibles serve several purposes. 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 … They provide some premium relief for the insured.

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What to Know About Deductibles After Multiple Florida Hurricanes

Insurance Journal

Deductibles serve several purposes. 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 … They provide some premium relief for the insured.

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Will California’s FAIR Plan Have Enough Cash for Its Wildfire Claims?

Insurance Journal

There has been some question about whether California’s insurer of last resort the FAIR Plan has enough cash on hand to pay for its share of wildfire claims. While cash is limited and reinsurance has a deductible that …

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The Problem(s) With Hail Claims – Part 3

Insurance Journal

My previous two columns (May and June 2024) addressed issues with hail and windstorm claims regarding the discovery and reporting of damage, actual cash value versus replacement cost valuation and 180-day reporting conditions, percentage deductibles, special cosmetic damage limitations, and …

Claim 147
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Helping Clients Navigate Marketplace Open Enrollment | Solstiuce

Solstice Insurance Broker

Brokers should advocate for clients year-round, assisting with claims and policy updates. Break down the plans into digestible pieces: explain premiums, deductibles, and out-of-pocket costs in relatable terms. Use analogies or visual aids if necessarypicture a plan's structure like a house, with deductible floors and coverage ceilings.

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Court Finds Policy Term, “Windstorm,” to be Ambiguous in Coverage Dispute Involving Tornado

The Property Insurance Law Observer

The insureds suffered property damage caused by a tornado and subsequently submitted a claim to their insurer. The insurer paid only a portion of the claim because it maintained that the tornado that struck and damaged the property was a “windstorm” and, therefore, the claim was subject to the policy’s “Windstorm or Hail Deductible.”

Policy 130
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Why Museums Should Buy a Stand-Alone Fine Art & Collectibles Policy

Distinguished

Fine Art & Collectibles policies cover loaned items from the first dollar of damage, typically with no deductible, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations. Custom Deductibles : Property policies typically come with higher deductibles, which may leave museums financially vulnerable to smaller claims.

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