Xavier Oustalniol, Kristofer Buchan and Kimberly Ratto | StoneTurn In the aftermath of wildfires, rapid action is essential for both victims and their legal teams. Part One of our Wildfire Litigation Series explores the immediate steps forensic experts must take to assess economic damages and support claims. From gathering critical data under intense time constraints… Continue reading The Wildfire Litigation Series: Part 1 — Fast Action in the Aftermath
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Pause, Pay, or Proceed: Statute of Limitations and Filing Suit After the LA Wildfires
Keith A. Meyer and Kya R. Coletta | Reed Smith On January 7, 2025, wildfires raced across Los Angeles, forcing families to evacuate and leave their belongings and heirlooms behind. Many insureds promptly filed claims under their homeowners’ insurance. Some policyholders have already been paid their policy limits. Others continue to fight over sub-limits and… Continue reading Pause, Pay, or Proceed: Statute of Limitations and Filing Suit After the LA Wildfires
Homeowners Suing USAA and AAA Insurers Over LA Wildfires
Insurance Journal Some homeowners who lost their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires have filed lawsuits against three large insurers over claims payouts they say didn’t cover their losses. The lawsuits were filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court this week. They say USAA and two AAA affiliated insurers underestimated the replacement cost of their… Continue reading Homeowners Suing USAA and AAA Insurers Over LA Wildfires
Fire-Hardened Residential Construction: Good Practices and Emerging Technologies for Wildfire Resilience
Travis Sommerfeld, Adam Norman and Erik Fritzberg | J.S. Held Introduction As wildfires increase in frequency and severity, the construction industry is turning to advanced fire-resistant building techniques and materials to create “fire-hardened” homes that can withstand extreme heat, direct flames, and wind-driven embers. While California’s Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) codes (CBC Chapter 7A) set minimum… Continue reading Fire-Hardened Residential Construction: Good Practices and Emerging Technologies for Wildfire Resilience
Understanding the Resilience and Recovery of Wildfire Survivors
John E. Putnam | IRMI Post-wildfire destruction visuals show only the tip of the iceberg. The hidden image is the many residents who have lost everything and are now faced with the daunting task of rebuilding not only their physical properties but also their emotional health after such a devastating event. Generally, insurance agents and… Continue reading Understanding the Resilience and Recovery of Wildfire Survivors