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November 26, 2012

Self-Propelled Tractor Damages Parked Vehicle November 26, 2012 The insured was in the process of backing a self-propelled tractor (used to aerate lawns)…

November 20, 2012

Power Surge, Damaged Computers, and Incompatible X-Ray Machines November 19, 2012 A power surge destroyed the insured's computers. The insured is a…

November 20, 2012

Chinese Drywall What ISO policy exclusion under an HO3, if any, applies to a product defect? We have seen a couple of instances in Louisiana where the…

November 20, 2012

Hot Tub Loss as Coverage C or Coverage B? Our Insured has a hot tub. It is a self contained unit, located in an out-building, separate from the house.…

November 20, 2012

Vehicle Related Property Losses 2 claim coverage questions. AAIS Form 3, Ed. 2.0 for Homeowners. 1. Theft of 2 laptops from insured's car. One belonged…

November 20, 2012

Residency and Ownership October 25, 2012 Our insured was living in a residence located in south-central California approximately 16 months prior to…

November 20, 2012

Date of Purchase and Date of Vacancy My question involves a dwelling fire policy with basic coverage. The client purchased a home with the intent to…

November 20, 2012

It seems like we are getting more claims presented for damage perpetrated by insureds' own children. On HO3 coverage what is FC&S's call on damage…

November 20, 2012

Discusses policy requirement for theft prevention and access through doggie door.

November 20, 2012

In a multi-family dwelling, what establishes vacancy?