New Florida Law Changes AOB/AOC Use In Insurance Claims

On June 10, 2019

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is expected to sign Florida SB 122/HB 7065 into law on July 1, 2019, which was created to stop the abuse of AOB’s in first-party insurance claims. These changes will impact roofers, contractors and other first-party insurance claim service providers across the state. Here’s what you need to know: Changes […]

UPPA: Avoid Unlicensed Activity

On June 8, 2019

Florida and Texas have both passed a new law this year aimed at strengthening existing UPPA laws and stopping AOB claim abuse – all to protect policyholders and stop expensive litigation. The updates to the laws far-reaching and should not be overlooked by contractors – especially contract details. Read more about all the changes in […]

UPPA: No Longer Not Just For Contractors

On June 5, 2019

Florida, Texas, Iowa, Missouri, and Oregon are just a few of the states that have recently passed new legislation with the goal of expanding UPPA (unlicensed practice of Public Adjusting) and increasing penalties for those who violate it. The biggest changes contractors, Public Adjusters, lawyers and other third-party companies will face with these new laws […]

Don’t Mess With Texas Policyholders

On June 1, 2019

Among the bills passed in the 86th Texas Legislative Session, two were aimed directly at roofing contractors: HB2102 prohibits waiving deductibles, HB2103 expands UPPA laws already in effect. Both bills were passed to safeguard consumers against shady contractors, especially after severe weather events. Texas ranks second in the nation for the number of hail-related claims […]

Colorado DORA Bulletin B-5.1

On February 1, 2019

Insurers and their lobbyists have pushed through the complete elimination of B-5.1 in Colorado. This gives insurers not only ammunition to depreciate contractor’s overhead and profit but weakens the argument that it should be included on every claim, regardless of whether a general contractor is engaged or not. The proposed withdrawal of B-5.1 should not […]

The Best Defense Is A Good Offense

On January 8, 2019

We’ve talked to a lot of contractors over the years and they all tell us the same thing: they feel like insurance companies are waging war against storm restoration contractors. Aside from the usual barrage of issues regarding scope, payment and claim delays, contractors across the U.S. are feeling the aftermath of laws and legislation […]

Class Action Lawsuit Taking Texas By Storm

On December 10, 2018

You may be familiar with the class action lawsuit brought against Lon Smith Roofing that made headlines back in 2017. Contractors statewide have been patiently waiting for a verdict in the case and how it could potentially affect the more than 10,000 contractors who work with insurance companies to fix storm-damaged property. Well, the verdict […]

Hurricane Michael: What To Know About Out Of Town Adjusters

On October 12, 2018

After millions of people were evacuated, and thousands of homes and businesses destroyed after Hurricane Michael made landfall in the U.S., insurance claims are pouring in as policyholders try to restore their lives. To work all the expected claims, insurance companies will rely on hundreds of small catastrophe companies that hire independent contractors to adjust […]

Why Hire C3 Group As Your Public Adjuster?

On October 8, 2018
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Unfortunately for policyholders, catastrophic damage from fire, floods, hail, or other natural disasters can happen unexpectedly and lead to complex insurance claims and repairs. Without any prior insurance claim knowledge or experience most people are at a disadvantage when filing a property damage claim. Hiring C3 Group to assist with your claim helps level the […]

Are You Compliant? Guide To NC Contractors’ Licenses

On September 19, 2018

As with most states, North Carolina has a pretty strict set of rules and guidelines when it comes to getting state-issued licenses. Getting your NC contractor license is no exception. All applications that are submitted will be looked over by the North Carolina Board For General Contractors. The board has been put together by the […]

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