Chip Merlin

Hurricane Helene’s Aftermath: Understanding the FEMA 50% Rule and Its Impact on Victims

Sep 29, 2024 By Chip Merlin

A Blog Post After the Night After

Sep 28, 2024 By Chip Merlin

CBS 60 Minutes to Run Story Regarding Altered Insurance Estimates Resulting in Fraudulent Underpayments to Policyholders

Sep 27, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Florida’s Insurance Company Fraud Investigations: A Crisis of Public Trust (With a Side of Absurdity)

Sep 27, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Is the Address Correct on the Property Insurance Policy?

Sep 25, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Michigan Takes a Stand: New Bulletin Prohibits Depreciation of Labor Costs in Property Insurance Claims

Sep 24, 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

Is the Exact Date of Loss Required in Pleadings Rather Than a Claim and Proof That a Loss Occurred During the Policy Period?

Sep 22, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Public Adjusters Should Not Violate Referral Fee Statutes and Regulations: A Case Study Involving Scott Favre

Sep 20, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Dr. Roof or Dr. Roof Adjuster? Restoration Contractors and Roofers Need to Be Careful and Not Overstep into Adjusting Claims, Subjecting Them to Criminal Prosecution

Sep 19, 2024 By Chip Merlin

John Pappas Passes

Sep 18, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Equine, Livestock, and Exotic Animal Insurance—What Are the Unauthorized Medication and Proper Care Exclusions?

Sep 17, 2024 By Chip Merlin