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N.Y. Lawmaker Aims to Clamp Down on Unfair Claim Settlement Practices

A New York state lawmaker recently introduced a piece of legislation that aims to prevent unfair claim settlement practices during a declared state emergency.Assemblywoman Nicole Malliotakis (R,C,I-Brooklyn, Staten Island) announced on Jan. 13 that she has drafted legislation that would …

After Sandy, N.Y. Assembly Advances ‘Homeowners Bill of Rights’ Legislation

A leading New York lawmaker introduced two pieces of legislation this month to help homeowners better understand their insurance coverages and to tighten the timeframe requirements for insurers when responding to claims following catastrophes.Details of the proposed legislation are as …