Wildfire Wake-Up Call: How To Protect Your Home and Finances If Disaster Strikes
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Who is the host of this Money Rehab episode?
Hi, money rehabbers. It's Pamela Moscarra, aka Law Mother. I'm a lawyer specializing in growing and protecting your wealth. And this week, I'm filling in for Nicole while she's out on maternity leave. The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have left many families devastated, facing the unimaginable reality of losing their homes. As you all know, this happened to Nicole. But even for those who still have a roof over their heads, this is a wake-up call. If disaster strikes, will your insurance company actually have your back? Today, we're talking to an insurance lawyer who helps homeowners fight for the payouts they deserve. Whether you've lost everything in the fires or just want to make sure your policy is solid, this conversation is for you. Welcome, Susan.
What should homeowners do immediately after losing their home to a wildfire?
Can you please introduce yourself? Sure. I'm happy to be here. Thanks, Pam. My name is Susan Minamizono. I've been an attorney since 2008, originally from Southern California, where I actually represented insurance companies. I made the move to Colorado in the last eight, nine years, and so I've been doing this insurance coverage, and bad faith litigation work at the law firm of Levine Sitkoff since I've been here. Thanks, Susan. Let's start by talking about homeowners who lost their homes. What should a homeowner do immediately after their house is destroyed? Yeah, and that's a really important question, Pam. Before I start answering, I just wanted to insert a disclaimer, as we attorneys like to do. So What we talk about today is not offered as legal advice, but that our chat today really is for informational purposes only. So, yeah, to answer your question, Pam, what should a homeowner do immediately after their house is destroyed? Take a pause.
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Chapters
7 chapters
1
Who is the host of this Money Rehab episode?
2:45–3:30
2
What should homeowners do immediately after losing their home to a wildfire?
3:30–4:56
3
Why is obtaining a certified copy of your insurance policy crucial?
4:56–6:44
4
How can you document damage effectively for an insurance claim?
6:44–9:08
5
What are the common mistakes to avoid in email and social media during claims?
9:08–13:06
6
What are the typical reasons for insurance claim denials or delays?
13:06–19:44
7
How can you identify if your insurance company is acting in bad faith?
19:44–42:24
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