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Man Charged With Arson in Colorado Wildfire That Destroyed 29 Homes

Insurance Journal

A Colorado man was charged with arson after an investigation into a wildfire this summer that destroyed 29 homes and caused more than $30 million in property damage, authorities said. Jason Alexander Hobby, 49, was arrested last week, Larimer County …

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Construction Financing and Factoring of Insurance Receivables—MMA Related Case Sheds Light on Factors in the Property Insurance Claim Industry

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Property damage insurance claims funding by factoring companies is a relatively recent phenomenon in the property insurance claims industry.

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Court Says Loose Bolt Remedied by Tightening Does not Constitute “Direct Physical Loss of or Damage” to Property

The Property Insurance Law Observer

American Guarantee and Liability Insurance Company , the United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts held that a loose bolt or fitting that could be remedied simply by tightening it did not constitute “direct physical loss of or damage” to equipment covered under an all-risk property insurance policy. [1]

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Public Adjusters Prohibited in Arkansas

Property Insurance Coverage Law

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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Navigating Commercial Property Insurance: A Guide for New Investors in California

Jackson & Jackson

One of the most crucial aspects to consider is commercial property insurance. This guide aims to help new investors understand the basics of commercial property insurance in California, ensuring that their investments are protected against unforeseen events. This is crucial if someone is injured on your property.

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When the Appraisal Says One Thing, But the Policy Says Another: A Florida Insurance Case Study

The Property Insurance Law Observer

This decision provides valuable guidance for insurers handling post-catastrophe claims. In Wood , the insureds, Nancy and John Wood, filed a claim to their insurer, GeoVera Specialty Insurance Company, for property damage following Hurricane Ian. they initially tendered based on their own assessment.

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

The Property Insurance Law Observer

29, 2024)), the Court determined that the term “windstorm” was ambiguous as utilized in the subject insurance policy. The insureds suffered property damage caused by a tornado and subsequently submitted a claim to their insurer. Texas cases have uniformly applied windstorm coverage to damage caused by tornadoes.

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