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Sept. 14 wildfire claims workshop to feature fraud, recovery tips
On September 14, there will be a workshop in Spokane for people affected by wildfires to help them with their insurance claims. The workshop will feature experts from the National Insurance Crime Bureau who will provide advice on avoiding fraud, as well as representatives from United Policyholders w...
California wildfire survivors one step closer to landmark smoke damage protections bill sponsored by Commissioner Lara
California has passed a new law, Assembly Bill 1795, that will help survivors of wildfires who have smoke damage in their homes. This law sets clear rules for how insurance companies must handle claims related to smoke damage and ensures that homes are tested and restored safely. The bill is now wai...
OIC hosts monthly insurance claims workshop in Spokane for wildfire survivors
The Office of the Insurance Commissioner (OIC) is holding monthly workshops in Spokane for wildfire survivors to help them with their insurance claims. These workshops will provide information on what to expect during the claims process, share best practices, and allow attendees to ask questions. Th...
Consumer Alert: Wildfire season is here and so is the OIC
Washington state Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer is reminding homeowners to prepare for wildfire season, especially as the Upriver Fire is currently affecting Spokane County. Homeowners should protect their homes and be ready for the recovery process. Insurance experts will be available at disa...
National Meeting NewsCIPR Event: ‘From Hurricane and Severe Convective Storm Mitigation to Wildfire Resilience: Lessons Learned’Mar. 20, 2026
On March 23, 2026, the NAIC will hold an event focused on improving how insurance markets handle risks from wildfires and severe storms. This event will highlight how better cooperation between scientists, insurance companies, and regulators has led to fewer losses and stronger communities. The Insu...
Landmark study shows rebuilding Los Angeles to wildfire safety standards could slash future fire losses
A new study shows that rebuilding areas affected by the January 2025 Palisades and Eaton wildfires in Los Angeles to higher safety standards could reduce future fire losses by about one-third. This change affects not only Los Angeles but also other communities in California at risk of wildfires. The...
Kuderer issues emergency order to provide relief to people affected by Washington wildfires
Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer has issued an emergency order to help people in Washington affected by recent wildfires. This order, effective from August 3 to September 30, 2026, applies to all property and auto insurers in the state. It allows policyholders a 45-day grace period for premium p...
IBHS Wildfire Prepared Home designations now available in Washington
The Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety (IBHS) has launched its Wildfire Prepared Home program in Washington, which helps homeowners and builders protect their properties from wildfires. This program provides guidelines for making homes safer against wildfires, including two levels of p...
Landmark study shows rebuilding Los Angeles to wildfire safety standards could slash future fire losses
A new study shows that rebuilding areas in Los Angeles affected by the January 2025 wildfires to specific safety standards could reduce future fire losses by about one-third. This finding is important not just for Los Angeles but for all communities in California at risk of wildfires. The study high...
California takes legal action against State Farm after investigation finds widespread mishandling of LA wildfire claims
{ "summary": "California has taken legal action against State Farm Insurance due to serious issues with how they handled claims from the 2025 Los Angeles wildfires. An investigation revealed that State Farm delayed payments and made it difficult for policyholders to get the help they needed, affec...