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A Frank Discussion About Florida’s Insurance Crisis, Including Admissions About Why Current Claims Statistics Do Not Indicate the Sky Is Falling

Nov 19, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Proof of Loss Requirements: A 222-Year-Old Case Still Relevant for Modern Insurance Claims

Nov 18, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Where Did the Proof of Loss Requirement in a Property Insurance Policy Originate? What Was Its Original Purpose?

Nov 17, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Appraisal Whiplash: Court Rules You Can’t Back Out Once You’re In

Nov 16, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Chicken and Cattle Claims: Why Public Adjusters Need to Master the Nuances of Agricultural Insurance

Nov 14, 2024 By Jimmy DePalo and Chip Merlin

The Construction Costs to Investigate the Full Extent of a Covered Loss Should Be Covered

Nov 13, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Florida Insurance Department Receives Strong Responses to Emergency Estimating Rule – A Call for Common Sense Changes

Nov 13, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Appraiser Qualifications and Bad Faith Suits Against Policyholders in California—Chubb’s Attempt to Vacate Huge Glass Fire Appraisal Award Largely Fails

Nov 12, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Property Managers and Commercial Owners Beware: Insurance Placement Should List the Property Owner as a Named Insured

Nov 11, 2024 By Chip Merlin

The Insurance Industry’s Profitable Paradox: Why We Need Financially Strong Insurance Companies (Even Though They Sometimes Drive Me Crazy)

Nov 10, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Hurricane Appraisal Gone Wrong: Umpire’s Contingent Fee Structure Leads to Vacated Award and Lawsuit

Nov 09, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Policyholders, Public Adjusters, and Contractors Beware! Marshall Fire Claims Set to Expire on December 30, 2024 – What You Need to Know Now

Nov 08, 2024 By Mara Essick