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The Umpire’s Decision Making Process Explained
When two appraisers in a property insurance dispute cannot agree on the value of a loss, the umpire’s role becomes central to reaching a final resolution. Understanding generally how an umpire approaches that decision can be helpful for anyone going through the...Browse the full Resources Index
What Happens When Appraisers Cannot Agree on an Umpire
Most of the time, two appraisers are able to agree on a neutral umpire without much difficulty. But when they cannot, the appraisal process does not simply stall out. Most policies include a specific fallback procedure for exactly this situation. The most common...Browse the full Resources Index
What Product Identification Reports Tell an Appraisal Panel
When a shingle or siding product is damaged on only part of a roof or elevation, one of the first technical questions in a claim is exactly what product is already installed. Product identification reports exist to answer that question with more certainty than a...Browse the full Resources Index
