What is a Public Adjuster? A public adjuster is
an insurance claims adjuster who advocates for the policy
holder
in
appraising and negotiating an insurance claim. A public
adjuster is the only type of claims adjuster that can
legally
represent
the rights of an insured during an insurance claim process.
Why do I need help in filing an insurance claim?
The typical policy contains hundreds of provisions and
stipulations -
various forms and riders that are constantly changing and
many complex details about your requirements
in case of
loss.
Most people do not know or understand these policy
provisions - and most do not realize that the burden
of
proof is on
them, the policyholder. An accredited public insurance
adjuster not only has your confidence, but also that of
company
adjusters who recognize that they are dealing with a
professional.
How do they determine the actual loss? They take a
physical inventory, obtain all pertinent appraisals and make
sure all provisions in your policy are properly fulfilled.
This often involves numerous steps of which you may know
little or nothing, but
can make a significant difference in the amount of the final
adjustment.
How much do they charge for their service? Your public
insurance adjuster's charge is a percentage of the insurance
company's settlement with you. By seeking to maximize
your settlement, your public insurance adjuster's services
can save you the cost of their fees, at the very best. A
public adjuster fee runs between 10%, 15%, or 20% Depending
on the claim.