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Preparing for an Umpire Meeting or Hearing
If your claim reaches the point where an umpire becomes actively involved, being prepared can help the process move efficiently and give the umpire a clear picture of the disputed issues. A little preparation ahead of time can make a real difference. Make sure...Browse the full Resources Index
How Courts Have Viewed the Role of the Umpire
Appraisal clauses and the umpire’s role within them have a long history in property insurance, and courts in many states have weighed in over the years on how this process should generally be treated. A common theme across many court decisions is that...Browse the full Resources Index
Umpire vs Appraiser: Understanding the Difference in Roles
The terms appraiser and umpire both come up constantly in discussions of the property insurance appraisal process, and it is common for people new to the process to wonder exactly how the two roles differ. An appraiser is typically selected by one side, either...Browse the full Resources Index
