Large Loss Claims Ripe for Appraisal
Every condo or commercial claim has a lifecycle with a beginning and an end; some claims efficiently get from date of loss to agreement. Some do not. This article is…
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Benefits of Appraisal to Florida Insurance Companies
Speed – The average residential insurance claims appraisal is taking 60, sometimes 90 days or 120 days, to close from start to finish. The differences on these claims are typically…
Appraisal Under the Flood Policy – John Minor – Appraiser, Umpire
The Appraisal Process in the National Flood Insurance Program works to resolve disputed property damage claims both residential and commercial after Hurricanes or other catastrophes. Insurers may compel appraisal or…
The Process and Execution of the Appraisal Process – 5/2019 – John Minor – Appraiser, Umpire
Appraisal has been around at least since 1888 in Scottish Union & National Insurance Company v Clancy but remains a lesser-known method of resolving property insurance claims arising from wind,…
The Insurance Appraisal Process & Florida Department of Insurance DFS Mediation – An experts review
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Solutions to Hurricane Michael This article is about the insurance claims appraisal process and the Florida Department of Financial Services Mediation process. The video will explain…
How Mediation Can Help Resolve Disputed Property Claims in Florida
Hurricane Irma is one of the strongest hurricanes to hit the Southeast in recent memory. And the brunt of it was absorbed by Floridians. One of the most devastating effects…
Insurance Claims Appraisal Process – Advocacy is called for Bias is not
The Appraisal Process and the Importance of Hiring an Unbiased Appraiser with a discussion on Colorado DFS rules The Appraisal Process is one that has been around since the 165-line…
Federal Umpire Appointment: Webster County Courthouse – Walthall, Mississippi – John Minor Umpire
John Minor was selected from a wide field of candidates to serve as umpire on the property damage side of a federal lawsuit regarding the property referenced above. The fire…
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Large Loss Hail – Front Range Christian School Campus – Colorado
This beautiful campus was damaged by hail and entered into appraisal. The real interesting portion of the claim, from my perspective as umpire, was how different the hail and wind…
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Appraisal Provision in Homeowners & Commercial Policies – Perspective by John Minor, Appraiser, Umpire
Appraisal Provision in Homeowners & Commercial Policies Appraisal has been around at least since 1888 in Scottish Union & National Insurance Company v Clancy but remains a lesser-known method of…
Insurance Appraisal in Today’s World
This article discusses changes being considered for the appraisal process under Florida Senate Bill 336. It also discusses rules currently in place in Colorado under the Dora Act and licensing by the Louisiana Department of Insurance.
Property Claims Appraisal/ Umpire Licensure – Florida Senate Bill 336
It appears we may just finally have some some more Wyatt Earp in place of Billy the Kid in the appraisal industry. Gentlemen and Ladies, check your guns at the…
New York bill will allow property appraisal to determine “scope of loss”
A new bill passed in the New York State legislature has expanded property claims appraisals in order to help property owners avoid litigation in the event of a loss. Bill…
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Large Loss Wind Damage Umpire Assignment – Houston, Texas
150,000 s.f. – Commercial Complete president John Minor CGC, CFM was asked by both parties to serve as umpire in this large loss property claims dispute. The loss was a…
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First Church: Pearland, Texas
John Minor was pleased to be selected by the parties and affirmed by the insurance company attorneys and plaintiffs’ counsel on this multimillion dollar appraisal arising from Hurricane Ike damage…
Appraisal: Alternative Dispute Resolution
Appraisal is a form of Alternative Dispute Resolution included in most home and commercial property owner’s insurance policies. The process is informal and allows for the selection of an appraiser by each side…
Question: What is the difference between an adjuster and an appraiser?
Answer: With respect to the distinction between appraisers and adjusters, an adjuster is…
