Homeowners’ claims costs have been climbing in Wash., and a new study conducted by the Insurance Research Council (IRC) has identified legislation passed in 2007 as the most probable culprit.

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Claims Channel Editor Christina Bramlet is twittering every day about breaking news and timely topics. Find out what's new to the Claims channel on PropertyCasualty360.com.

Claims Channel Editor Christina Bramlet is twittering every day about breaking news and timely topics. Find out what's new to the Claims channel on PropertyCasualty360.com.

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Homeowners’ claims costs have been climbing in Wash., and a new study conducted by the Insurance Research Council (IRC) has identified legislation passed in 2007 as the most probable culprit.