Catastrophe & Restoration

The global economic loss total is significantly less than it was at this time last year.

The fire risk across the U.S. West will stay high through October — and for California it will last even longer.

Resident producers, CSRs and adjusters will have to complete one hour of continuing education per license period.

An appraisal can be an important part of an insurance claim, but policyholders and carriers may reach an impasse, which can affect the claim.

A year later, what can the insurance industry take away from these disasters to be better prepared to handle this occurrence in the future?

Coverage Q&A: It may be necessary to relocate property in order to complete repairs after a loss, but is it covered?