Louisiana

Appraisal Award Vacated Due to Appraiser’s “Flat Fee” Schedule that Functions as a Prohibited Contingency Fee

Nov 27, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Church Mutual’s Claims Practices Under Scrutiny: Lessons from the First Baptist Church of Iowa Case

Oct 19, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Timely Payment of an Appraisal Award Does Not Mean the Claim Was Handled in Good Faith

Sep 23, 2024 By Chip Merlin

A New Trap for the Unwary Could Jeopardize Policyholder’s Entitlement to Penalties and Attorney Fees in Louisiana

Aug 13, 2024 By Lantz Savage

Amendment to Louisiana Unfair Claims Settlement Practice Adds Weapon to the Policyholder’s Arsenal

Aug 09, 2024 By Lantz Savage

Summary of New Appraisal Process Regulations in Louisiana

Jun 20, 2024 By Chip Merlin

The FBI Is Publicly Seeking the Identification of Victims of MMA

Jun 07, 2024 By Chip Merlin

An Attorney/Roofer’s Perspective on the Louisiana Fortified Roof Program

Jan 06, 2024 By Merlin Law Group

Insurance Arbitration in Louisiana—Judge Cain Rules That American Insurers Cannot Compel Arbitration

Dec 17, 2023 By Chip Merlin

What Happens If One Appraiser Does Not Participate? Can One Appraiser and Umpire Make An Appraisal Award?

Dec 03, 2023 By Chip Merlin

How Do Judges Appoint Umpires in an Appraisal? A Case Example from Louisiana

Nov 29, 2023 By Chip Merlin

I’m Just a Bill: Louisiana SB106 Requires Insurers to Provide Claim File Upon Written Request

Aug 14, 2023 By Merlin Law Group