This case involved fame, high-priced lawyers and even higher priced jewels. Working together, an adjuster and contents specialists helped ensure a pristine settlement.
An adjuster was presented with a water-damage claim involving what was described as an antique 10-by-13-foot Heriz Rug valued at $25,000. The water damage caused the colors to run, rendering the Persian rug a total loss, according to the insureds claim.
Field inventory specialists, adjusters, and contents-valuation experts must work together to accurately assess losses and speed policyholder indemnity.
An adjuster handling a claim of $185,000 for a stolen painting consults a team of contents specialists whose findings show that appearances can be deceiving.