Blazing Debate Over California Insurance Costs in the Wake of Wildfires

California insurance wildfire debate

Mounting Insurance Costs and Wildfire Challenges Highlighted in Recent Testimony In a striking display of the mounting homeowners insurance crisis in California, Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara testified this week at a state Assembly Insurance Committee hearing in Los Angeles. The hearing was marked by emotional accounts from homeowners like Bruce Breslau, whose insurance ordeal underscores the challenges faced by many across the state. As reported by the Los Angeles Times, Bruce Breslau, a resident of a Chatsworth condo complex since 2009, saw his insurance costs soar after Farmers Insurance dropped…

Read More

Top Insurance Companies: Unpacking Auto Insurance Claims Criticisms

claims adjuster examining car

Top Performers in Auto Claims Handling Amica leads in auto insurance claims handling, securing the top spot in J.D. Power’s 2023 Auto Claims Satisfaction Study with 909 out of 1,000 points. Customers praise Amica for quick and efficient claims processing and excellent customer service. Erie Insurance ranks second with a score of 902. Customers highlight the insurer’s professionalism and fast claims process. Erie offers a unique benefit: Coverage for pets injured in accidents Up to $500 per pet $1,000 per accident State Farm stands out for its user-friendly online claims…

Read More

State Farm Releases Non-Renewal Numbers Amid California’s Deepening Home Insurance Crisis

Depositphotos - auto insurance - State Farm Sign

State Farm “Restructures” California Portfolio The company made it official, in a move to ensure the financial health of its operations within California, State Farm General Insurance Company is set to scale back its insurance offerings in the state. With an estimated 72,000 policies facing non-renewal, customers across California are poised to feel the pinch as they seek alternative coverage solutions. Starting July 3, 2024, State Farm General will cease renewing approximately 30,000 homeowners, rental dwelling, residential community association, and business owners policies, citing the necessity to sustain adequate claims-paying…

Read More

Insurance industry reform call by Hillary Clinton at COP28 climate panel

Insurance industry - The word Reform

The former US Secretary of State said that it’s time for countries to “rethink” the coverage sector. Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton spoke at a COP28 climate panel at the start of this month, calling for insurance industry reforms. The purpose is to address the sector’s issues as insurers increasingly withdraw protection against climate perils. Among the countries and people most impacted by climate change are those in lower-income nations. They also face the greatest struggle to access coverage to protect themselves against economic effects. “We need to…

Read More