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Determining Accrual Date for Minnesota UM/UIM Claims: Recent Case Decision

There are two principal viewpoints on when a UM/UIM claim accrues for purposes of triggering a limitations period. The majority view holds that the accrual date is triggered upon the insurance company’s breach of the insurance contract as opposed to …

What You May Not Know About Uninsured Motorists Claims

Enforcing California’s 24 Hour Reporting Requirement A 19-year- old boy walks home from his first frat party and passes by a nearby park. Feeling invincible after a few beers, he decides to climb to the top of a jungle gym …

Basic Claims Handling Fundamentals for Uninsured Motorist Claims

Most personal line automobile insurance companies experience a low frequency of uninsured motorist bodily injury claims. This low frequency, along with a lack of adjuster training, infrequent supervisor oversight and inadequate experience could be a formula for disaster. A well …