Tag: jeff atwater

Florida no fault auto insurance repeal effort launched once again

H. Cutner
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A new proposal is headed to the state Legislature in 2018 after having undergone lengthy discussion. Senator Tom Lee (R-Thonotosassa) filed SB 150 in the hopes of repealing the no fault auto insurance system in Florida. The current law requires drivers in the state to carry $10,000 in personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. Senator Lee seeks to replace the PIP coverage with a requirement for bodily injury and medical payment coverages. Lawmakers have tried several times to repeal the no fault auto insurance system over the last few years. They…

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Hurricane season starts today and Jeff Atwater issued insurance advice

Marc
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The Florida Department of Financial Services CFO recommends that homeowners look again at their policies. Florida Department of Financial Services CFO Jeff Atwater cautioned state residents that the hurricane season begins. He reminded them that sooner is better than later when it comes to reviewing a business or homeowners insurance policy to ensure the right coverage is there. Should a storm be identified and named, it’s too late to contact an insurer to change protection levels. “For a better chance of a complication-free claims process, Floridians should carefully review all…

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