Unfortunately, fires cause tremendous property loss in communities all across the United States. According to data from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), fires cause nearly $15 billion of property damage in our country annually. Beyond the direct property loss, fires can completely destroy homes or make them temporarily uninhabitable. Of course, this […]
Insurance policies are contracts. Under the terms of these contracts, both policyholders and insurance companies have certain basic rights and responsibilities. Beyond the explicit terms of the policy, insurance companies also have duties under Oklahoma law. Most notably, insurance companies are required to handle all property damage claims using “good faith” settlement practices. When insurers […]
As the National Climatic Data Center (NCDC) notes, the state of Oklahoma is located directly in the center of ‘Tornado Alley’. Our region sees far more than its fair share of major storms. After a big storm rolls through Central Oklahoma, you should always do a brief inspection of your home or business. If […]