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Protect Your Finances: The Truth About Small Insurance Claims

Shield Insurance Agency

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.

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The Importance of Experts J&S Welding, Inc. v. Liberty Mutual Insurance Company

The Property Insurance Law Observer

(“Insured”), failed to disclose or produce any expert evidence to rebut the conclusions of the West American’s three experts, who determined the roof’s damage was merely cosmetic. Background In November 2019, West American [1] issued an insurance policy providing coverage for the Insured’s commercial shop buildings.

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What Does It Mean to Be a No-Fault State?

TGS

The Basics: Defining a No-Fault State At its core, a no-fault state is one where your car insurance policy takes care of your medical expenses and certain other costs, regardless of who caused the accident. Pros: Faster Claims Processing: Since you’re dealing with your own insurer, claims are often processed more quickly.

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What’s in a Name (Insured)? Pennsylvania Federal Court Holds Homeowners’ Insurance Policy’s Requirement to Submit to Examination Under Oath Applies Only to Named Insured

The Property Insurance Law Observer

Specifically, the Court affirmed that the duty to submit to an EUO, as included in the insurance policy, applied only to a “named insured” and not an “insured person” and, as such, the named insured’s son failure to comply did not constitute a material breach of the insurance policy.

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What to Do After a Car Accident: A Step-by-Step Guide

TGS

In many states, you’re required to file a police report for accidents that involve injuries or significant property damage. Plus, having a police report on file can help you later when dealing with insurance claims. You’ll need their name, contact details, insurance policy number, and driver’s license information.

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Buying Boat Insurance 101: What You Need to Know

Maritime Insurance International

A common question is whether or not home insurance policies cover boats. The fact is that some home policies do and some do not. If your boat is worth more than the coverage offered by your home insurance policy, purchasing a dedicated boat insurance policy is a good idea. Zero Claims.

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The Importance of Accurate Valuation in Commercial Property Insurance

Bankers Insurance

Depending on the severity of property losses and rebuilding operations, these out-of-pocket costs could lead to major financial setbacks or even bankruptcy. Additionally, property undervaluation can result in coinsurance penalties. 80%) of the property’s value.