Fire

Travelers Smoke and Soot Case Opinion Revised

Nov 21, 2025 By Chip Merlin

Clearance Before Occupancy: Why EFRU Is Right About Smoke and Soot Testing

Nov 16, 2025 By Chip Merlin

Travelers’ $27 Million Soot and Smoke Case Takes a Turn: The Panel Opinion Has Been Vacated

Nov 15, 2025 By Chip Merlin

Colorado Warns Insurers: Don’t Undermine Coverage for Smoke, Soot, and Ash Damage

Oct 22, 2025 By Chip Merlin

Beyond the Smoke: Why Industrial Hygienist Testing Is Critical After a Fire Loss

Sep 14, 2025 By Mara Essick

Smoke, Soot, and Ash Testing Is Important

Aug 31, 2025 By Chip Merlin

Smoke and Soot Are Covered Causes of Loss

Aug 30, 2025 By Chip Merlin

Rebuild or Risk It? The Fire Protocols Challenging Whether Insurers Place Profits Over Policyholder Safety

Jun 26, 2025 By Chip Merlin

Smoke Damage Claims

Mar 16, 2025 By Chip Merlin

California Smoke Soot and Ash Claims—A Cause for Concern

Jan 24, 2025 By Chip Merlin

Are We Valuing Fire Losses Accurately and Keeping Up with the Science of Fire Loss?

Aug 30, 2024 By Chip Merlin

Valuables Insurance Coverage: Art Insurance Fire Claim Headed to Trial

Aug 14, 2024 By Chip Merlin