Ron Hurtibise Sun Sentinel September 10, 2017 Number two on the list of what insurance companies are most afraid of right now — after billions of dollars in Hurricane Irma claims — are armies of contractors and attorneys swelling those claims by billions of dollars more. In South Florida, insurers have been raising rates for several years…
High winds from the effects of Hurricane Irma take down this large tree branch at the intersection of 28th Street and 13th Ave. North in St. Petersburg on Sunday. (BOYZELL HOSEY | Times) By Justine Griffin, Times Staff Writer Published: September 10, 2017 Updated: September 11, 2017 at 07:43 PM After every natural disaster comes a…
In the wake of the storm, we wanted to note that Pam Bondi was interviewed on Fox and mentioned the issue of AOB abuse specifically in the context of warning consumers about scams and price gouging. Here is the link to the video; she begins discussing AOB at 3:02 – http://video.foxnews.com/v/5572905204001/?#sp=show-clips.
Contact: Ashley Carr (850) 413–2842 CFO Patronis: As Irma Approaches, Understand Your Insurance Coverage TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Ahead of Hurricane Irma’s potential impact, Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis is stressing the importance of understanding insurance coverage. As Floridians finalize their preparations, they are encouraged to include copies of their insurance policies in their family…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: September 6, 2017 Contact Information: Contact: Ashley Carr, DFS (850) 413-2842 communications@myfloridacfo.com Contact: Amy Bogner, OIR (850) 413-2515 press@floir.com CFO Patronis and Commissioner Altmaier: Florida Insurance Industry Preparing for Hurricane Irma TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis and Insurance Commissioner David Altmaier hosted a conference call…
Contact Michal Brower, State Farm spokesperson for Florida (863) 318-3088 or (863) 307-8559 cell michal.brower.qufe@statefarm.com STATE FARM® PREPARING FOR HURRICANE IRMA IN FLORIDA Sept. 6, 2017 – FLORIDA – State Farm Insurance is preparing for predicted impact of Hurricane Irma in Florida. To provide the best possible service and response to customers who…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Carla Signoret (727) 573-6869 csign@allstate.com Approaching storm could mean damage and heavy rain LARGO, FL, Sept. 6, 2017 – Hurricane Irma is approaching and it is important to respect local authorities and law enforcement decisions on when to evacuate and when it is safe to return home. …
Contact: Michael Carlson President, Personal Insurance Federation of Florida PH: (850) 597-7425 michael.carlson@piff.net FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PREPARE FOR HURRICANE IRMA; BEWARE OF AOB SCAMS TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (Sept. 5, 2017) – As Hurricane Irma strengthens and continues to track toward Florida, the Personal Insurance Federation of Florida urges homeowners to ensure that they are…
September 5, 2017 Florida Politics, Staff Reports Attorney General Pam Bondi on Monday night activated Florida’s price gouging hotline for all consumers in Florida. The opening of the hotline came after Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency in all 67 counties because of Hurricane Irma—a Category 4 hurricane that could hit the state this week. “Floridians need…
For Immediate Release: September 5, 2017 Contact: Ashley Carr (850) 413–2842 CFO Patronis Urges Floridians to #GetAPlan Ahead of Hurricane Irma TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – As Hurricane Irma continues to strengthen, Florida Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis is urging Floridians to prepare now for possible Florida impact. Residents should take steps immediately to ensure their…