PowerClaim XML 24f - 2018 FEMA FLOOD FORMS Hawkins Research, Inc. CADO Admin / Thursday, December 27, 2018 The latest release of PowerClaim XML 24f contains the updated 2018 FEMA Flood forms. Source: PowerClaim website. Read more
Simsol’s Latest Build Release with the New NFIP Forms is Now Available Source: Simsol Blog CADO Admin / Thursday, December 27, 2018 Build Release 8.1.13 is now available for Simsol’s Property Estimating Software. The most significant improvements are the multi-page functionality and the new NFIP Forms for the Preliminary and Final Reports. The National Flood Insurance Program’s updated flood claim forms for adjusters were updated to improve readability to make it easier for policyholders to understand. Source: Simsol website Read more
Identification of Water Damages in Adjusting Hurricane Claims for Water Losses Other Than Flood Identification of Water Damages in Adjusting Hurricane Claims for Water Losses Other Than Flood Source: North Carolina Department of Insurance CADO Admin / Tuesday, December 11, 2018 .... In adjusting hurricane damage claims for homes within the 1968-1997 applicable residential code period, it is important that the inside of the walls be checked more carefully than newer construction to ensure that moisture hasn’t seeped into the walls that will eventually result in mold and interior wall rot. If adjusters do not look for moisture build-up trapped inside the wall, then this damage could be missed, causing mold and rot to proliferate and resulting in bigger problems for homeowners in the future. ... Read more
Beazley takes $40m hit from worst wildfires in California history CADO Admin / Wednesday, December 5, 2018 The payouts from reinsurance hit the company’s bottom line after fires damaged several settlements and killed dozens in the US’s most populous state. It also faces challenges from difficult markets. “ ... Read more
Contractors Performing Roofing Repairs in Texas: Don’t Cross the Line with Property Insurance Carriers CADO Admin / Tuesday, December 4, 2018 The Texas Insurance Code restricts the ability of adjusters to ... contractor’s challenge to a ruling that certified a class of property owners who claim the company unlawfully acted as an insurance a... Read more
GRS Names Global Insurance Executive Mike Reeves to Lead Complex Claims Solutions Unit CADO Admin / Monday, December 3, 2018 They are a dynamic and ambitious company seeking ... enables corporate and insurance industry clients to quickly and effectively respond to property and casualty claims, natural catastrophes ... Read more
Small insurance company folds after Camp Fire, state takes over claims CADO Admin / Monday, December 3, 2018 PARADISE, Calif. -- A small insurance company was found to be insolvent after the deadliest and most destructive fire destroyed thousands of homes in Butte County. California's insurance regulator has ... Read more
Eberl Claims Service Announces Acquisition of Carwood Claims CADO Admin / Sunday, December 2, 2018 About Cor Partners Cor Partners is the parent company of independent organizations Eberl Claims Service, Engle Martin & Associates, and Envista Forensics. With over 1,100 team members worldwide, Cor P... Read more