Why an Advance Payment Doesn’t Mean Your Claim Is Covered (Even in Wildfire Cases)

After a wildfire claim, many policyholders breathe a sigh of relief when they receive an advance…

California launches probe of State Farm over wildfire claims

The investigation comes in response to growing customer complaints By Mark Huffman of ConsumerAffairs June 13,…

California Launches Market Conduct Examination into State Farm’s Wildfire Claims Handling

In a move aimed at policyholder protection amid California’s wildfires, Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has initiated…

California Wildfire Smoke Claims | Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog

The Los Angeles wildfires of early 2025 left more than scorched hillsides. They left thousands of…

Are California Insurers Playing “See No Evil” When It Comes to Wildfire Smoke?

The Los Angeles wildfires of early 2025 left more than scorched hillsides. They left thousands of…

As Wildfires Rage in Los Angeles, Employers Must Comply with Cal/OSHA’s Wildfire Smoke Rules

Seyfarth Synopsis: Ongoing wildfires in Southern California trigger Cal/OSHA regulations that require employers to train and…

Emotional Recovery After Wildfire Loss

Following the devastating 2025 Los Angeles wildfires, claims professionals across the country are once again on…

Every Claims Professional Must Read Putnam Now: Emotional Recovery After Wildfire Loss

Following the devastating 2025 Los Angeles wildfires, claims professionals across the country are once again on…

Public Health Risks of Urban Wildfire Smoke Prompt Push for More Monitoring

Katharine Gammon When the catastrophic Los Angeles fires broke out, John Volckens suspected firefighters and residents…