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California protects families from hidden smoke damage after wildfires
California has passed a new law, AB 1795, to help families affected by wildfires deal with smoke damage in their homes. This law sets clear rules for insurance companies on how to investigate and restore homes that have been damaged by smoke, ensuring that homeowners don’t have to fight to prove the...
California protects families from hidden smoke damage after wildfires
California has passed a new law, AB 1795, which helps families affected by wildfires deal with smoke damage in their homes. This law creates clear rules for how insurance companies must investigate and handle claims related to smoke contamination. It aims to protect homeowners from having to prove t...
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...