by Russ Lis | Mar 26, 2026 | The Umpire Role
When two appraisers in a property insurance dispute cannot agree on the value of a loss, the appraisal clause found in most policies calls for a third, neutral participant known as an umpire. Understanding what an umpire actually does helps both policyholders and...
by Russ Lis | Mar 16, 2026 | The Umpire Role
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...
by Russ Lis | Mar 15, 2026 | The Umpire Role
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...
by Russ Lis | Mar 13, 2026 | The Umpire Role
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...
by Russ Lis | Mar 11, 2026 | The Umpire Role
Because an appraisal award is generally treated as binding once reached, people sometimes ask whether there is any way to challenge an umpire’s decision if one side is unhappy with the outcome. The honest answer is that the grounds for challenging an award are...
by Russ Lis | Mar 9, 2026 | The Umpire Role
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...
