Tag: Bad Faith Insurance
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Insurance Bad Faith: Biased Experts and a Failure to Investigate
Read more: Insurance Bad Faith: Biased Experts and a Failure to InvestigateInsurance companies have a duty to act in good faith when they offer insurance, when they work with insureds, and when they investigate and pay on claims. In other words, operating in good faith means more than just honoring the terms of the insurance contract.…
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Underpaid for Your Property Insurance Claim?
Read more: Underpaid for Your Property Insurance Claim?After a fire or a natural disaster, people turn to their insurance company to be reimbursed for damaged homes, businesses and possessions. But you may lose out on money you could receive if you aren’t prepared prove the extent of your losses. Steps To Take…
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Insurance Claim Check Delayed? See the Texas Prompt Payment of Claims Act
Read more: Insurance Claim Check Delayed? See the Texas Prompt Payment of Claims ActThe Texas Insurance Code protects consumers from unfair insurance practices. One of the ways it does so is by allowing consumers to bring lawsuits against insurance companies when they act in bad faith. Insurance claim check delays are an example of insurance company bad faith. Sec.…
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Why Did My Insurance Company Cancel My Policy?
Read more: Why Did My Insurance Company Cancel My Policy?There’s nothing worse than finding out your insurance policy has been canceled by your insurer. If it’s health insurance, this leaves you with medical bills. If it’s homeowner’s insurance, you may be left on your own to make repairs after a bad storm. There are many…
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Watch Out for Bad Faith Practices During the Spring Storm Season
Read more: Watch Out for Bad Faith Practices During the Spring Storm SeasonSpring is officially upon us. And while that means enjoying the sound of birds chirping and basking in the warm sunshine, it also means storm season. Tornadoes, hail, strong winds and lightning can damage your home severely. Unfortunately, this is also a prime time for your…
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3 Steps to Take After Your Home or Office Is Vandalized
Read more: 3 Steps to Take After Your Home or Office Is VandalizedThere’s nothing quite as frustrating as discovering your home or office has been vandalized. There are many ways you can experience vandalism, including spray painting, tire slashing, window tampering, and even arson. If your home or office is vandalized, there are several things you ought to…
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What to Do If You Suspect Your Insurance Company of Bad Faith
Read more: What to Do If You Suspect Your Insurance Company of Bad FaithWhen you purchase an insurance policy, whether it be for your health or to protect your home, you trust the company to protect you. Unfortunately, some insurance companies may often fail to honor the terms of the policy, also known as acting in bad faith. Common…
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Insurance Claim Denied? Here Are 3 Steps to Take.
Read more: Insurance Claim Denied? Here Are 3 Steps to Take.Have you suffered a fire in your home and require an insurance payment to make necessary repairs? Have you been through a car accident and need help paying your medical bill? Has your insurance company refused your claim? It’s in these times that a delayed…
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Arson Fraud: What to Do If You’ve Been Accused of Fraud
Read more: Arson Fraud: What to Do If You’ve Been Accused of FraudStruggling through the aftermath of a fire can be overwhelming, especially when it’s your home. You’ll need to work hand-in-hand with your homeowner’s insurance company to recoup your losses. Unfortunately, it’s not uncommon for insurance companies to try and reduce or reject their liability. In…
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What to Do If Insurance Refuses Your Car Accident Claim
Read more: What to Do If Insurance Refuses Your Car Accident ClaimA car accident is a traumatizing time, especially if you suffered injury or property damage. Add in an insurance claim denial and you may feel overwhelmed. Rest assured, there are some additional steps you can take to ensure you have what you need to get…
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Understanding Texas Bad Faith Insurance Law & Your Rights
Read more: Understanding Texas Bad Faith Insurance Law & Your RightsInsurance is used to protect your health, home, vehicle and more. When you sign on the dotted line of an insurance policy, you should expect your insurance company to insure you accordingly. Unfortunately, many insurance companies fail to honor the policy contract. As a result,…
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How to Avoid an Insurance Claim Denial After Severe Storm Damage
Read more: How to Avoid an Insurance Claim Denial After Severe Storm DamageSummer is nearly here. Along with warmer temperatures comes the potential for severe storms that can wreak havoc on your home and surrounding property. With home insurance, you have the necessary means to make repairs should damage occur. 3 Tips for Avoiding an Insurance Claim…
