10/20/2022
https://www.insurancejournal.com/news/southeast/2022/10/20/691119.htm
The Florida Association of Public Adjusters pushed back on Patronis’ agenda.
“We are concerned that the recent release misrepresents the important role and work of licensed public adjusters,” FAPIA President Chris Cury said in a statement Thursday.
Instead of bad actors in the hurricane zone in southwest Florida, “it appears there is a focus on lawful and licensed insurance professionals who are truly working to help policyholders in their time of need.” Public adjusters have maintained that they help homeowners achieve a fair payout on claims, while insurance companies sometimes try to minimize the extent of damages.
Cury noted that, following a declared emergency, adjuster fees already are limited to no more than 10% of any claim made in the first year after the loss.
“Licensed public adjusters, who are regulated by the Department of Financial Services, adhere to strict standards and continue to serve in an essential capacity for the sake of policyholders,” Cury said.
In the wake of Hurricane Ian, Florida's chief financial officer has taken a hard line on insurance claims litigation, calling for an outright ban on
