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FL S2264

Bill

Status

Failed

4/30/2010

Primary Sponsor

Michael Bennett

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Origin

Senate

2010 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Limits public adjuster compensation to 20 percent for reopened or supplemental claims and 10 percent for emergency-declared events (reduced to 20 percent after 1 year).

  • Requires 48-hour advance notice to insureds and public adjusters before insurer inspections; prohibits public adjusters from restricting insurer access to property or insureds.

  • Establishes specific deceptive advertising practices for public adjusters, including inviting unfounded claims or offering monetary inducements, and requires bold disclaimer in written advertisements.

  • Bars windstorm and hurricane claims filed more than 3 years after the event occurs and prohibits licensed contractors from adjusting claims unless they are licensed as public adjusters.

  • Requires public adjuster apprentices to complete 8 hours of continuing education (including 2 hours on ethics) to qualify for licensure and mandates detailed contract requirements including public adjuster information and compensation percentages.

Legislative Description

Property Insurance Claims [CPSC]

Last Action

Died in Messages

4/30/2010

Committee Referrals

Judiciary3/26/2010
Banking and Insurance3/4/2010

Full Bill Text

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