Independent catastrophe adjusters looking for work have beengiven the go-ahead in Nevada after a weekend of damaging rain,heavy snow, and high winds hammered the northern part of thestate.

In a statement released over the weekend, insurance commissionerAlice A. Molasky-Arman gave temporary approval for non-residentadjusters to adjust claims for damage caused by the storms. Thiswill assist insurance companies in expediting claims and assessingthe amount of damages. Normally, only resident adjusters arepermitted to handle claims, but Nevada law allows the commissionerto make exceptions during catastrophes. In addition, her agency hascontacted major insurers in the area to make certain enoughadjusting teams are available, which Arman said would increase thespeed of benefit payments for property damage.

The action by the commissioner underscores the effects of theweather on the area, which not only damaged homes and automobiles,but also resulted in the collapse of an earthen irrigation canalthat flooded 400 homes in the small town of Fernley.

Adjusters who are interested in work should contact the NevadaDivision of Insurance at 800- 992-0900 in Carson City, or go tohttp://doi.state.nv.us for more information.

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