Property Insurance Coverage Law

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The investigative report featured testimony from whistleblowers who claim that insurance companies deliberately altered hurricane damage reports to underpay homeowners, leaving many Floridians struggling to rebuild their lives in the wake … The post CBS 60 Minutes Exposes Alleged Insurance Company Fraud: Adjusters Reveal Altered Hurricane Damage (..)

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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 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

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

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024

If you’ve suffered property loss or damage, knowing what your insurance covers is crucial. Understanding recoverable depreciation can help policyholders get the full replacement cost for damaged or destroyed items, not just their depreciated value. appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog.

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Property Insurance Centre

MARCH 19, 2024

Understanding Consumer Education and Property Insurance As an informed consumer, education on consumer rights and property insurance is crucial. It empowers individuals to make informed decisions about insurance coverage and understand their policy rights.

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Bankers Insurance

AUGUST 8, 2024

THE IMPORTANCE OF ACCURATE VALUATION IN COMMERCIAL PROPERTY INSURANCE When purchasing or renewing commercial property insurance , it’s important for businesses to ensure their coverage includes correct property valuations. Additionally, property undervaluation can result in coinsurance penalties.

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024

As Hurricane Helene victims begin to assess the damage to their properties, they face not only the immediate challenges of recovery but also potential long-term implications due to federal regulations. One such regulation that could significantly affect rebuilding efforts is FEMA’s 50% Rule.

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Property Insurance Centre

JANUARY 4, 2024

Emerging Property Insurance Trends 2024 Welcome to our guide on emerging trends in the property insurance industry. As we dive into the evolving landscape of property insurance, it’s important to stay informed about the latest trends and challenges affecting the market. Hurricane Harvey 2017 92.0

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Key Takeaways: Hazard insurance refers to the part of a homeowners policy that covers damage to the structure. Potential sources of damage include fire, lightning, hail, and windstorms. … The post What Is Hazard Insurance for Homeowners and What Does It Cover?

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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. State Farm Fire , No. 2:22-CV-01511, 2024 U.S. LEXIS 111077 (W.D.

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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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Property Insurance Coverage Law

OCTOBER 27, 2024

The recent voluntary dismissal of the Erie COVID-19 Business Interruption Protection Insurance Litigation marks the end of a significant chapter in insurance coverage law.1

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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. Amount necessary to repair or replace the property with other property of like kind and quality less the deductible. Payment of loss We may pay for loss in money or repair or replace the damaged or stolen property.

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

AUGUST 4, 2024

Insurance policies protect you from the cost of replacing lost, damaged, or stolen items: or at least, that’s how they’re supposed to work. But what happens if your insurance company refuses to pay what you are owed? appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog.

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Insurance Journal

AUGUST 8, 2024

California Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara issued a one-year moratorium on insurance companies to preserve residential insurance coverage for more than 185,000 policyholders affected by the Park, Borel and Gold Complex fires. The moratorium shields those living within the perimeters or …

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Property Insurance Coverage Law

AUGUST 30, 2024

It’s distinct from workers’ compensation insurance; workers’ comp (as it’s often called) provides benefits to employees who are injured on the job, while employer’s liability insurance covers the employer’s legal costs and potential damages if an employee … The post What Is Employers Liability Insurance?

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The Property Insurance Law Observer

MARCH 12, 2024

The United States District Court for the Western District of Washington decided an insurance coverage case involving Plaintiffs Benny and Guangying Cheung and Defendant Allstate Vehicle and Property Insurance Company. Plaintiffs argued that the damage was covered under the policy, primarily resulting from theft.

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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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Property Insurance Centre

JULY 21, 2024

Aspray, a leading property damage claims management company, can act on your behalf when you need to make a claim. Aspray’s repeat win is a reflection of their unwavering commitment to delivering top-notch service to their clients, ensuring that they receive the best possible outcome in times of property damage.

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Property Insurance Centre

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Let’s have a look at them… Don’t claim for everything – One thing insurers do not like, is a policyholder that claims over multiple times a year & for the smallest thing. This shows the insurer, you are not a persistent claimer, which will inevitably put their account in deficit.

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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. The age and condition of your property is also a significant factor.

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Property Insurance Centre

JANUARY 30, 2024

Block of flats insurance primarily consists of buildings insurance , which is a requirement imposed by the leases for the individual flats. This type of insurance is designed to safeguard the physical structure of the property, providing financial protection in the event of damage or loss due to various risks.

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Cover4LetProperty

OCTOBER 10, 2022

The principal costs of running your buy to let business are likely to include the mortgage repayments (typically, in the case of buy to let mortgages, these are likely to be interest-only mortgages), the cost of repairs and maintenance, any letting agent’s fees, and landlords’ insurance. What are let property insurance brokers?

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Majesco

APRIL 11, 2024

There is inflation and its pressure on claims costs, whether it’s medical or it is physical damage to homes and businesses. Some customers can’t afford their insurance and they are decreasing the amount of insurance they have or not purchasing it all together. We are starting to see it on homeowners insurance.

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