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California Appellate Court Rules Wildfire Debris Does Not Qualify as “Direct Physical Loss” Under Homeowners Insurance Policy

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The Second Appellate District of the California Court of Appeal recently affirmed a lower court ruling that wildfire debris on an insured’s property did not qualify as “direct physical loss” within the meaning of a homeowners...more

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How Can Victims Navigate Wildfire Insurance Claims in California?

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California’s beauty is undeniable, but its vulnerability to wildfires is a harsh reality. If you’re a homeowner in the Golden State, the aftermath of a wildfire can be devastating, both personally and financially. Navigating...more

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Homeowners Did Not Substantially Meet Policy’s Condition Precedent to Recover Replacement Cost Value

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Property Insurance/Replacement Cost - Homeowners Did Not Substantially Meet Policy’s Condition Precedent to Recover Replacement Cost Value - Insurer Did Not Waive Conditions - Henderson v. State Farm Fire and...more

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A Look at an Insured's Post-Loss Duty to Cooperate: Exactly How Much Cooperation is Necessary?

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The Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals reaffirmed that an insurer is entitled to summary judgment when its insured fails to abide with the policy’s cooperation clause, a condition precedent to filing suit.  See Wu v. Safeco...more

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