Chip Merlin

The Great Debate: The Rematch – A Clash of Titans Over Hail & Appraisal

Apr 24, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Large Bad Faith Verdict Upheld—Trial Judge Explains Why Punitive Award Was Appropriate Under Indiana Bad Faith Law

Apr 23, 2024 By Chip Merlin

No Depreciation of Labor In Wyoming When Determining Actual Cash Value of Property Insurance Losses

Apr 22, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Loss Assessment Coverage Under the HO-6 Condominium Policy

Apr 19, 2024 By Chip Merlin

The Builders Risk Book—A Great Reference Source For Those Involved With Builders Risk Insurance and Coverage Issues

Apr 19, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Xactimate Price Warning—Xactimate Finally Admits It Is Not So Exact!

Apr 18, 2024 By Chip Merlin

McClenny, Moseley & Associates, aka MMA, Files Bankruptcy: Texas Lawyers Involved With Mass Hurricane Advertising Scheme Seek Reorganization

Apr 17, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Policyholders and Public Adjusters Beware of Claims Notice Deadlines! Florida Supplemental and Reopened Claims Statute Causes Potential Claims Denials For Otherwise Covered Claims

Apr 15, 2024 By Chip Merlin

What Causes Bad Faith Claims Practices? One Reason Is Financial Incentives and Goals

Apr 15, 2024 By Chip Merlin

What Are the Good Faith Claims Handling Rules Insurance Companies Must Follow? Adjusters Must Do These or Be Guilty of Bad Faith

Apr 14, 2024 By Chip Merlin

The Bad Faith Claim Practice Scheme of Attrition—Delay and Make Them Sue to Get Full Payment

Apr 13, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Can Insurance Companies Ignore Building Codes and Local Building Officials? Damaged Old Roof Tiles No Longer Manufactured Cause Significant Insurance Disputes

Apr 12, 2024 By Chip Merlin