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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

GeoVera Specialty Insurance Company (2024 WL 3952571), the court affirmed that unambiguous policy limits remain enforceable even when an appraisal award exceeds those limits. This decision provides valuable guidance for insurers handling post-catastrophe claims. In a recent decision by the U.S.

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

The Property Insurance Law Observer

Liberty Mutual Insurance Company , the U.S. Court of Appeals reviewed a summary judgment ruling in favor of co-defendant West American Insurance Company (“West American”), issued by the U.S. A lawsuit ensued, wherein the Insured alleged that West American breached the contract by failing to pay full value for the claim.

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Court Differentiates Vandalism from Theft in First Party Insurance Policy

The Property Insurance Law Observer

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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Best Homeowners Insurance Companies in Florida 2024

Top Insurance Blogs

Sorting through the list of top homeowners insurance companies in Florida can be a challenging task due to the variety of options available. This is why I have taken the pain to craft this publication on the best homeowners insurance companies in Florida this 2024.

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How Climate Change is Shaping Insurance Policies for Commercial Properties

Protect Commercial Insurance

Introduction Climate change isn’t just an environmental buzzword; it’s rapidly becoming a pivotal factor in the world of insurance, especially for commercial properties. As we face more frequent and intense extreme weather events, insurers are re-evaluating their policies to better manage these growing risks.

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What Are the Key Things to Look Out For in a Cyber Policy as a Risk Manager?

Top Insurance Blogs

What do you look for in a cyber policy as a risk manager? Cyber threats have risen in prominence in recent times, and the COVID-19 pandemic’s rapid move to remote working has amplified the requirement for firms to properly manage cyber […] The post What Are the Key Things to Look Out For in a Cyber Policy as a Risk Manager?

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Prepare for Success: Common Interview Questions for Insurance Companies Revealed

P&L Financial Services

Myth 1: Senior Benefits Agents Are Just Salespeople One of the biggest misconceptions about senior benefits agents is that their job is solely about selling insurance policies. This training covers everything from the basics of Medicare to the nuances of various plans and policies.