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Proof of Loss Filed Lateā€”Is Coverage Lost?

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Proofs of loss and examinations under oath will be my speech topic at the Annual Meeting of the National Association of Public Insurance Adjusters (NAPIA) in June. My speech commemorates the same topic I gave 40 years ago at NAPIA s Annual Meeting in Carmel, California. If you missed the one 40 years ago, you … The post Proof of Loss Filed LateIs Coverage Lost?

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After Florida Report, Georgia Senator Wants Investigation into MGAs, Insurer Profits

Insurance Journal

Concerns about Florida-based insurance carriers masking profits with the help of affiliated companies has spilled across the border into Georgia, with one state senator calling for an investigation. Sen.

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Lack of Insurable Interest Precludes Recovery for Property Damage

The Property Insurance Law Observer

In Ram Krishana Inc. d/b/a Motel 6 Sulphur v. Mt. Hawley Insurance Co. (2025 WL 371016) (S.D.N.Y. 2025)), the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York determined that the plaintiff lacked an insurable interest in property it insured because it did not own or possess the property or suffer economic loss due to the propertys destruction.

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Sell Your Insurance Agency and Maximize Your Earnings

Redbird Agents

Redbird Training - We offer live Redbird training classes for Producers every Tuesday and Thursday. We specialize in helping independent insurance agency owners navigate the complex process of selling their agency. Whether you are considering retirement, looking to capitalize on the market value of your agency, or exploring strategic mergers, our team of seasoned business brokers is committed to guiding you through every phase of the sales process.

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Leverage Trellis Court Data To Identify More Investment Opportunities

Finance teams find Trellis to be particularly effective in conducting comprehensive due diligence on both individuals and businesses. With our court data solution, financial experts can access critical litigation insights, making it an invaluable resource for informed decision-making in the financial sector.

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Why Are California Insurers Putting Their Policyholder Customers at Risk For Their Health?

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Derek Chaiken and I visited a number of burned-out homes where our clients lived until the recent Los Angeles wildfires destroyed everything they owned. Seeing firsthand the devastating aftermath and hearing the deeply emotional stories from these homeowners is heartbreakingbut whats even worse is witnessing how some insurance companies continue to compound their customers’ trauma … The post Why Are California Insurers Putting Their Policyholder Customers at Risk For Their Health?

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Flags of questionable quality grow market share

Splash: Finance and Insurance

Over 5,000 vessels – equivalent to 14.5% of the global merchant fleet – operate under registries with less than 10% ratification of International Maritime Organization and the International Labour Organization conventions, increasing exposure to enforcement actions, according to new data from analytics firm Kpler.

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2 Common Mistakes In Workersā€™ Comp Doctor Selection

AMAXX

When a workplace injury occurs, selecting the right physician is a critical factor in ensuring a smooth recovery and return to work. However, employers frequently make two common mistakes when directing employees to medical care: blindly using the network and providing an invalid doctor list. These errors can have significant consequences, including prolonged recovery times, increased claims costs, and a greater likelihood of litigation.

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Coloradoā€™s Cooperation Code: A Win for Policyholders That Didnā€™t Pay Off

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Colorados Cooperation Law, enshrined inC.R.S. 10-3-1118, was designed to protect policyholders from unfair denials based on alleged failures to cooperate. It sets a clear legal standard: If an insurer wants to rely on a non-cooperation defense, it must first follow a series of procedural steps, including sending formal written notice, giving the insured time … The post Colorados Cooperation Code: A Win for Policyholders That Didnt Pay Off appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law

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Australian Pension Fund Fined A$10.5 Million for Greenwashing

Insurance Journal

Australian pension fund Active Super has been fined A$10.5 million ($6.7 million) for making a number of misrepresentations about its environmental, social and governance credentials amid a regulator push to stamp out greenwashing.

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Take the Hassle Out of Claims Management

Insurance professionals use Trellis to streamline claims management by analyzing legal trends, predicting outcomes, and strategizing effectively to serve clients better. Adjusters can evaluate claim validity, estimate settlement amounts, and identify potential litigation risks. Trellis' extensive State Trial Court Data can be leveraged to identify opposing/outside counsel and top mediators for insurance matters, evaluate the risk of new claims by viewing similar claim litigation history, and mor

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Housing Code Violations in Philadelphia: An Interview with Katie Vespia

Distinguished

In Philadelphia, housing code violations are a major concern for property owners and insurers alike. Today, we speak with Katie Vespia, President of Distinguisheds Real Estate program , to break down the common violations in the city, the fines and penalties imposed, the resolution process, and how these issues affect insurance coverage. Could you start by describing the most common housing violations in Philadelphia that property owners and brokers should be aware of?

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Mistake: Accepting Every Workersā€™ Compensation Claim

AMAXX

Many companies operate under an unwritten rule: accept every workers compensation claim, no questions asked. While this may seem like the easiest path, its a costly and misguided approach that invites fraud, abuse, and a culture of entitlement. A well-managed workers compensation program should pay 100% of legitimate claimsand 0% of the claims that arent.

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Why Are California Insurers Putting Their Policyholder Customers at Risk For Their Health?

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Derek Chaiken and I visited a number of burned-out homes where our clients lived until the recent Los Angeles wildfires destroyed everything they owned. Seeing firsthand the devastating aftermath and hearing the deeply emotional stories from these homeowners is heartbreakingbut whats even worse is witnessing how some insurance companies continue to compound their customers’ trauma … The post Why Are California Insurers Putting Their Policyholder Customers at Risk For Their Health?

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People Moves: Liberty Specialty Markets Promotes Unstad as Head of Nordics; BHSI Appoints Howe as Head of Claims, Australasia

Insurance Journal

This edition of International People Moves details appointments at Liberty Specialty Markets and Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance. A summary of these executive hires follows here.

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Blog Post: Outside Counsel Guidelines Bolster Vendor Relationships

LexisNexis

To establish a robust partnership between your internal legal team and external legal counsel, a back-of-the-napkin understanding won't suffice. Clear outside counsel guidelines are essential to improve vendor performance and prevent misalignment on assigned work or critical matters. Essentially, outside counsel guidelines help allocate resources and billable work while reducing inefficiencies and expenses.

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Hidden Work Comp Foundation: Profit vs Purpose

AMAXX

There are elements in your workers compensation program that may be creating challenges without you even realizing it. These challenges can stem from incentives, employee motivations, policies, or procedures that deliver unintended consequences. Understanding these hidden factors requires a deeper look at what truly drives human behavior in the workplace.

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Floridaā€™s Insurance Scandal: The ā€œIncompleteā€ Report That Almost Stayed Buried

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Floridas homeowners have been paying ever-increasing insurance premiums, but where has all that money been going? A secret state report, which regulators conveniently left unfinished and never shared with lawmakers, might have held the answer. That is, until an investigative journalist, Lawrence Mower, pried it loose from the states grasp, as discussed in Secret Report … The post Floridas Insurance Scandal: The Incomplete Report That Almost Stayed Buried appeared first on Property Insuranc

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Small Plastic Pellets Wash Up on UK Shores After Ship Explosions

Insurance Journal

Small plastic pellets washed up on the east coast of the UK, a week after two ships collided in the country’s waters.

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Is Whole Life Insurance an Effective Hedge Against Economic Tariffs?

The Insurance Pro

Recent economic events are causing market volatility and uncertainty motivating many investors to seek stable alternatives for their financial portfolios. With the implementation of tariffs and the resulting market fluctuations, many are asking whether whole life insurance and other cash value insurance products can serve as effective hedges against economic instability.

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Insurance for Apartment Building Owners: Protecting Your Clientā€™s Investments With the Right Coverage

Distinguished

From devastating floods to slip-and-fall lawsuits, insuring apartment buildings is no simple task. And with rising property values, more frequent catastrophic weather events, and emerging risks like habitability claims, its never been more critical to help your clients navigate their insurance options. In this guide, we break down the key coverages every apartment building owner needs, highlight common claims, and show you how to offer tailored solutions that keep your clients protected in an ev

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Coloradoā€™s Cooperation Code: A Win for Policyholders That Didnā€™t Pay Off

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Colorados Cooperation Law, enshrined inC.R.S. 10-3-1118, was designed to protect policyholders from unfair denials based on alleged failures to cooperate. It sets a clear legal standard: If an insurer wants to rely on a non-cooperation defense, it must first follow a series of procedural steps, including sending formal written notice, giving the insured time … The post Colorados Cooperation Code: A Win for Policyholders That Didnt Pay Off appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law

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Florida Bill Would Limit AI in Claims Denials, Extend Bar on Execs, Raise Surplus Levels

Insurance Journal

After years of rising insurance premiums, anger from homeowners, and recent reports about some property insurance carriers’ alleged diverting of profits, bills seen as “consumer friendly” continue to gain traction in the Florida Legislature.

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Agent Success Secrets: How Gretchen Kingma Built a Thriving Real Estate Business

Your Journey With Jennie

Gretchen Kingma is proof that when you focus on relationships, serve with authenticity, and lean into your unique strengths, success follows! A former occupational therapist turned real estate rockstar in Saint Louis, MO, Gretchen built her business not by chasing leads—but by becoming the trusted expert people naturally turn to when buying or selling a home.

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Blog Post: How LexisNexis CounselLink+ Reimagines The Redline

LexisNexis

This article first appeared on Above the Law on February 5, 2025. Contracts are now integrated into an end-to-end system, and efficiencies abound. With its recent launch of CounselLink+, LexisNexis has provided a highly comprehensive tool to streamline your law departments entire workflow. The + in CounselLink+ refers to integration users of the system now have access to all of their organizations customizable tech stack, as well as all of the additional LexisNexis products they subscribe to, w

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Should We Call It the California Unfair Plan?

Property Insurance Coverage Law

The California FAIR Plan, the insurer of last resort for Californians struggling to find homeowners insurance, might be better renamed the “California Unfair Plan.” While intended to be a safety net, recent investigations and a comprehensive operational assessment 1 paint a troubling picture of an institution plagued by significant inefficiencies, questionable management practices, and poor … The post Should We Call It the California Unfair Plan?

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AI Is Turbocharging Organized Crime, EU Police Agency Warns

Insurance Journal

The European Union’s law enforcement agency cautioned Tuesday that artificial intelligence is turbocharging organized crime that is eroding the foundations of societies across the 27-nation bloc as it becomes intertwined with state-sponsored destabilization campaigns.

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Housing Code Violations in San Francisco: An Interview with Katie Vespia

Distinguished

In San Francisco, housing code violations are a major concern for property owners and insurers alike. Today, we speak with Katie Vespia, President of Distinguisheds Real Estate program , to break down the common violations in the city, the fines and penalties imposed, the resolution process, and how these issues affect insurance coverage. What are the most common types of housing violations in San Francisco?

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API 101: Functionality & Benefits for the Insurance Industry

Zywave

In today’s digital age, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) have become essential tools for businesses across various industries, including insurance. APIs enable seamless integration between different software systems, facilitating efficient data exchange and enhancing operational capabilities. What is an API? An API is a set of rules and protocols that allow different software applications to communicate with each other.

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Should We Call It the California Unfair Plan?

Property Insurance Coverage Law

The California FAIR Plan, the insurer of last resort for Californians struggling to find homeowners insurance, might be better renamed the “California Unfair Plan.” While intended to be a safety net, recent investigations and a comprehensive operational assessment 1 paint a troubling picture of an institution plagued by significant inefficiencies, questionable management practices, and poor … The post Should We Call It the California Unfair Plan?

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Extreme Weather in 2024 Forced Biggest Displacement of People in 16 Years

Insurance Journal

Extreme weather last year including typhoons, heatwaves and flooding led to the biggest displacement of people since 2008, and exacerbated a food crisis in more than a dozen countries, according to a report.

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What Are the Risks of Liability Only Auto Insurance?

TGS

TGS Insurance Blog Lets be realwhen its time to pick an auto insurance policy, most of us are just hunting for the cheapest option that doesnt leave us totally exposed. I mean, who doesnt love a good deal? But heres the catch: while snagging a bargain feels great, going too leanlike with liability only auto insurancecan leave you vulnerable in ways you might not expect.

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WILDFIRE DEDUCTIBLES

Rough Notes

What role can they play in property insurance? Separate wildfire deductibles could be critical in securing coverage for a peril that is location-specific yet popping up all across the continent. By Joseph S. Harrington, CPCU If they work for windstorms, can they work for wildfires?

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California FAIR Plan: Ignoring Laws and Gouging Californians on Smoke Damage Claims

Property Insurance Coverage Law

Imagine a state-run insurance program so brazen that even when explicitly ordered by the Department of Insurance to remove unlawful policy language, it shrugs and continues business as usual. Welcome to the California FAIR Plan, an entity overseen by executives from California’s major admitted insurance carrierscarriers who evidently believe rules are for other people.

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