by Russ Lis | May 29, 2026 | Appraisal Compared to Other Dispute Options
While appraisal itself is generally a process handled by appraisers and, if needed, an umpire rather than attorneys, there are situations where involving an attorney alongside the appraisal process can be worthwhile. If there is any uncertainty about whether a...
by Russ Lis | May 28, 2026 | Appraisal Compared to Other Dispute Options
Bad faith is a legal concept that can arise in the insurance context when there are allegations that an insurer failed to handle a claim fairly or in accordance with its obligations under the policy and applicable law. Understanding how this relates to appraisal can...
by Russ Lis | May 26, 2026 | Appraisal Compared to Other Dispute Options
Policyholders sometimes wonder whether invoking the appraisal clause affects their other rights under the policy, such as the ability to pursue other remedies if problems arise later. This is a reasonable question, and the answer generally depends on the specific...
by Russ Lis | May 25, 2026 | Documentation, Evidence, and Estimating
Property claims involving significant damage often bring in outside expertise, a structural engineer evaluating a truss system after a wind event, a roofing consultant assessing hail impact patterns, a moisture specialist documenting readings behind a wall assembly....
by Russ Lis | May 24, 2026 | Appraisal Compared to Other Dispute Options
A common question about the appraisal process is whether reaching an award closes the door on any further legal action. The answer generally depends on what the underlying disagreement actually involved. An appraisal award typically resolves the specific dollar...
