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Multiple Mortgagees February 4, 2014 There was a fire loss in Wisconsin where the seven-figure home sustained a devastating house fire. The house had…

Guaranteed Replacement Cost and Repair or Replacement February 4, 2014 The policyholder has the guaranteed replacement cost endorsement (GRC) on her…

February 04, 2014

Removal of skunk spray and residual odor.

Heating Service Overfills Oil Tank February 3, 2014 I have a homeowners claim that is insured with ISO form HO 03 04 91. The cause of loss is an oil…

Alternate Employer Endorsement   An Especially Useful Tool for Temporary Staffing Agencies   January 27, 2014   Summary: To the extent…

January 24, 2014

Sold Vehicle Still a Covered Auto January 27, 2014 Our policyholder sold his vehicle to a private owner and never notified the insurer so the vehicle…

16 Acres of Wrong Crop Removed January 20, 2014   Our policyholder removed a crop of fruit bearing trees (16 acres of jujube) on the claimant’s…

May a land owner request loss of rental income coverage for a building owned by someone else?

January 13, 2014

When a damaged building is not going to be repaired, is depreciation considered a recurring expense?

Fluids Damage Assisted Living Facility January 7, 2014 Our insured had a HO 4 policy (04/91) policy. Our insured is a tenant at an assisted living facility.…