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How Bad Faith Claims Relate to the Appraisal Process
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...Browse the full Resources Index
Does Invoking Appraisal Affect Other Policy Rights
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...Browse the full Resources Index
Can You Still Take Legal Action After an Appraisal Award
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...Browse the full Resources Index
How Appraisal Can Reduce Costs Compared to Litigation
Cost is often a significant factor when comparing appraisal to litigation, and understanding the general cost differences between the two can help explain why appraisal is a commonly used option for resolving valuation disputes. Litigation typically involves...Browse the full Resources Index
