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Lack of Insurable Interest Precludes Recovery for Property Damage

The Property Insurance Law Observer

The restaurant property was owned by another company, which was a separate entity with common ownership by the same individuals who owned the business. During the policy term, the business claimed that the properties suffered damage caused by a hurricane and submitted a claim to the insurer.

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Why Did a Judge Select the Policyholder’s Umpire Over State Farm’s Nominees?

Property Insurance Coverage Law

In a recent federal case arising from a property damage claim, the court was asked to break … The post Why Did a Judge Select the Policyholders Umpire Over State Farms Nominees? appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog.

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Public Adjusters Prohibited in Arkansas

Property Insurance Coverage Law

When navigating the aftermath of a property damage claim, many homeowners seek professionals to help them secure the best possible settlement from their insurance company. However, policyholders … The post Public Adjusters Prohibited in Arkansas appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog.

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Insurer’s Use of Conflicting Reports Not Bad Faith, Says Court

The Property Insurance Law Observer

2025)), the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed summary judgement on behalf of the insurer on the basis that the insurer did not act in bad faith when it denied the insured’s claim based on an engineering report that contradicted an adjuster’s initial findings. The adjuster concluded that the roof was, in fact, damaged by hail.

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New Triple-I Issue Brief Puts the Spotlight on Georgia’s Insurance Affordability Crisis

Triple-I: Homeowners Insurance

Insurance affordability in Georgia is dwindling as claim frequency and insurer costs soar, according to the latest issue brief from Insurance Information Institute (Triple-I), Trends and Insights: Georgia Insurance Affordability. Injury claim severity in the state is slightly higher than in the rest of the country.

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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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Court Finds No Coverage for Loss Caused by Water Back Up Through a Storm Drain

The Property Insurance Law Observer

26, 2024), the Western District of Washington considered competing motions for partial summary judgment in a property damage case involving a winter storm, where large amounts of rain and melted snow backed the drain up and the force of the water pushed through the exterior door causing damage to the entire basement level.

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