Insurance
Apr. 22, 2014
New liability for claims adjusters the right move
After filing an insurance claim, it is not uncommon for an insured to receive unfair treatment from the claims adjuster assigned by the insurer. But can they sue the adjuster? By Robert J. McKennon
After filing an insurance claim, it is not uncommon for an insured to receive unfair treatment from the claims adjuster assigned by the insurer. For example, a claims adjuster may misrepresent the value of a claim or misstate policy coverage. An insured can, of course, bring claims for breach of contract and insurance bad faith against the insurer for such improper actions; however, it is well-established that under California law, in...
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