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Hurricane Helene Flood Insurance Claims and Elevated Building Issues? Refer to the Visual Flood Adjusters Use

Property Insurance Coverage Law

I have received numerous calls from furious Hurricane Helene policyholders after learning how little coverage is afforded for the non-elevated floor of a multi-story building under their flood insurance policies.

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Should Citizens Do More to Assist With Coming Flood Claims in Florida? Can it?

Insurance Journal

Citizens Property Insurance Corp., Florida’s largest insurer, has suspended policy binding ahead of predicted Hurricane Helene, and a board member asked if the carrier could do more to help policyholders manage flood insurance claims from the looming storm. “My question …

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Mailing a Letter, in Context With Other Clues, Is Sufficient Cancellation – NC High Court

Insurance Journal

Simply mailing a cancellation notice to a policyholder, when viewed in the context of other indicators, was enough to comply with state law and void a homeowner’s insurance policy shortly just weeks before a fire destroyed a home, the North …

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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. However, filing small insurance claims can have long-term financial consequences.

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Mississippi Commissioner Warns of Francine’s Impact on State

Insurance Journal

Mississippi’s insurance commissioner is reminding policyholders that once Hurricane Francine moves across Louisiana, it will likely bring strong winds and heavy rains to the western part of the Magnolia State. And residents should be prepared by reading their insurance policies, …

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Louisiana Court Finds That an Insured Breached its Duty to Cooperate

The Property Insurance Law Observer

June 24, 2024) offers valuable lessons for policyholders regarding the importance of cooperation in the insurance claims process. Following the hurricane, plaintiff submitted an insurance claim with a detailed contents list for $663,682 in personal property losses. LEXIS 111077 (W.D.

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Common Mistakes to Avoid When Filing Commercial Insurance Claims

Paragon Independent Insurance Agencies

Filing a commercial claim is a complex and daunting process, especially for business owners unfamiliar with the ins and outs of insurance policies. Documenting all relevant information, including photographs, videos, receipts, and any other pertinent records that can substantiate the claim, is crucial.