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Four Insurance Steps Every Arizona Homeowner Should Take Before Wildfire Season
Water damage insurance claims are one of the most common types of property insurance claims filed by homeowners and commercial property owners in Arizona.
Skipton & Associates Congratulates Jack Karlen on Election to the NAPIA Board of Directors
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 17, 2026 SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. – Skipton & Associates, a nationally recognized public insurance adjusting firm, is proud to announce that Jack Karlen has been elected to the Board of Directors of the National Association of Public Insurance...
California Standing with Residents against State Farm over Wildfire Claims
California regulators filed legal action Monday against State Farm, alleging the insurer improperly delayed, denied, and underpaid homeowners’ insurance claims tied to last year’s Los Angeles wildfires.
How Do I Choose the Best Insurance Adjuster for My Claim?
Start by verifying that the public insurance claim adjuster is licensed in the state where the claim is being handled. This can typically be done through the state Department of Insurance, and in many cases through the National Insurance Producer Registry (NIPR). Licensing confirms that the adjuster meets regulatory standards and is authorized to represent policyholders.
Why Water Damage Insurance Claims Are Often Denied for “Slow and Repeated Seepage” in Arizona
Water damage insurance claims are one of the most common types of property insurance claims filed by homeowners and commercial property owners in Arizona.
Thanksgiving Safety Tips: Protect Your Home While You Prepare the Feast
Thanksgiving Safety Tips: Protect Your Home While You Prepare the Feast
Skipton & Associates Expands 5-Star Insurance Claims Services Across Washington State
Homeowners and business owners across Washington State now have greater access to one of the nation’s top-rated public adjusting firms. Skipton & Associates, a 5-star rated public adjusting company with nearly 30 years of experience, is proud to expand its operations throughout Washington with licensed local adjusters ready to assist policyholders with residential and commercial insurance claims.
Landmark Smoke Damage Ruling: What California Policyholders Should Know
A Los Angeles judge found that the California FAIR Plan—the state’s insurer of last resort—had been underpaying smoke damage claims. The court called the FAIR Plan’s actions “deficient and unreasonable,” particularly in how it failed to fully assess and compensate for legitimate damage caused by wildfire smoke.
Understanding the Loss Draft Process After an Insurance Claim
A loss draft is a check issued after an insurance claim that is jointly payable to the property owner and their mortgage company. Because the lender still has a financial interest in the property, they want to ensure the funds are used for repairs—not diverted elsewhere.
Case Study: Phoenix Hotel Transforms $1.5M Insurance Reserve into $16M+ Settlement
A hotel’s water damage claim was initially downplayed as a routine dry-out, with a claim reserve of just $1.5 million. But inadequate investigation and mitigation quickly triggered severe mold growth, endangering the building’s structure and occupant safety. The...