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United Policyholders is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that serves as a voice and an information resource for insurance consumers in all 50 states.

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#HurricaneHilary is forecast to deliver substantial rainfall and @Cal_OES wants to remind Californians in flash-flood-prone areas of the dangers presented by mudslides and debris flows. Tips to stay safe during mudslides and debris flows: wp.me/pd8T7h-8te
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CountyofTulare@CountyofTulare2 Aug 2023
Has your Home or Renter's insurance changed? Does it cost more due to disasters? Has your policy been canceled? Share your story: ow.ly/Wr6950PnVIa. Find insurance resources at ow.ly/FhLI50PnVIc #TulareCounty #HomeInsuranceCrisis @UPHelp @RuralCounties
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CA Rural Counties
@RuralCounties26 Jul 2023
Attaining affordable home insurance has become a significant issue for many households. To assess the impact and focus outreach efforts, @UPHelp and #RCRC are asking all homeowners to take a confidential survey here: uphelp.org/cahomesurvey. Details: bit.ly/3Y6c05P
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Kantor & Kantor, LLP@KantorKantor24 Jul 2023
Join Jaclyn Conover, Of Counsel at @KantorKantor as she brings her #Legal expertise as one of @UPHelp's guest panelists this Wednesday, July 26th at 5:00 PM PST! This is a FREE event, but you mus register to attend. Register here: uphelp.org/jul26 #wildfires #insurance
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Alex Zank@AlexZank13 Jul 2023
Replying to @AlexZank @Verisk
Amy Bach of @UPHelp says that the "unfettered use" of CAT modeling to set insurance rates "will create more problems than it will solve"
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As weather-driven disasters become the norm, options for affordable home insurance continue to shrink for catastrophe-prone states. Check out these strategies to get more affordable #homeinsurance as costs soar. @tarasbernard @UPHelp @DougHeller nytimes.com/2023/06/14/your-…

How to Get More Affordable Home Insurance as Costs Soar (Published 2023)

Weather-driven disasters are causing rates to skyrocket in high-risk regions. But there are things owners can do to save on costs.

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#HurricanePrep: Pay or deny the undisputed portion of your insurance claim within 60 days of filing a claim…that’s the law*. If you don’t receive timely payment after filing an insurance claim, contact the Department’s toll-free Insurance Consumer Helpline for assistance.
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As the state recognizes #WildfireAwarenessMonth, @Cal_OES emphasizes the importance of getting prepared now to reduce stress during a future emergency. Tips for getting ready here: wp.me/pd8T7h-86L
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Drop, cover and hold on! Is just one tip on how to be prepared for earthquakes. Join @Cal_oes in recognizing April as #EarthquakePreparednessMonth and download the @MyShakeApp today! Head to wp.me/pd8T7h-83y to learn more.
Image of example of the Drop, Cover, and Hold on method. Text Reads: Do you know what to do during an earthquake. DROP!, COVER!, HOLD ON!. Cal OES logo in top right corner

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#DYK that April is #EarthquakePreparednessMonth? Download the @MyShakeApp today to receive life-saving alerts and tips to be prepared for the next one! Learn more here: wp.me/pd8T7h-83y
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California is prone to disasters of all kinds, including tsunamis. Do you know your risk? Visit MyHazards.caloes.ca.gov to learn about risks in your area and ways to prepare.
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CAL FIRE
@CAL_FIRE4 Apr 2023
Did you know that rain gutters can be an ignition source for home fires? Keep your home safe by outfitting your gutters with noncombustible screens or enclosures to prevent accumulation of plant debris. Learn more #HomeHardening tips at readyforwildfire.org/prepare… #WildfireSafety
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California has secured a Major Disaster Declaration from @POTUS which will provide much-needed assistance to the communities most impacted by spring storms. This builds upon the response & recovery efforts already underway throughout our state. More: wp.me/pd8T7h-81J
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In partnership with @SBCounty, the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) has opened a Local Assistance Center in Running Springs. For more information: wp.me/pd8T7h-7W6
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It’s important to plan ahead for any potential evacuations. With another storm approaching, pack a go bag for each member of your household with essential items. Take time now to plan ahead and prepare.
Emergency Preparedness Checklist graphic with Cal OES logo. Text reads EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS CHECKLIST TAKE STEPS NOW TO BE PREPARED. HERE ARE THINGS TO HAVE AND DO: Food Water Cash Fuel Charge Phones Battery-Operated Radio Extra Batteries Hazard Awareness Sign-Up for Local Emergency Alerts Cal OES GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES Have an Emergency/ Evacuation Plan Ready Monitor Road and Weather Conditions For more preparedness resources, visit the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) website at www.caloes.ca.gov

ALT Emergency Preparedness Checklist graphic with Cal OES logo. Text reads EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS CHECKLIST TAKE STEPS NOW TO BE PREPARED. HERE ARE THINGS TO HAVE AND DO: Food Water Cash Fuel Charge Phones Battery-Operated Radio Extra Batteries Hazard Awareness Sign-Up for Local Emergency Alerts Cal OES GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF EMERGENCY SERVICES Have an Emergency/ Evacuation Plan Ready Monitor Road and Weather Conditions For more preparedness resources, visit the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) website at www.caloes.ca.gov

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Jay Feinman@JayFeinman17 Mar 2023
Now in print and online, my article Policyholder Misrepresentation in Insurance Claims, Connecticut Insurance Law Journal, rethinking the false swearing rule in #insurance papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.…
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#HappeningNow Cal Guard's Joint Task Force Rattlesnake, go door to door, checking on residents and shoveling snow from homes at Lake Arrowhead in San Bernardino County. JTF Rattlesnake has been supporting @CAL_FIRE and @Cal_OES efforts in San Bernardino County
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CA Dept of Insurance@CDInews13 Feb 2023
The Department of Insurance's Outreach team will be at multiple events this week to inform consumers about different insurance topics & answer questions.   2/14 @10AM Riverside County Resource Booth 2041 Iowa Ave, Riverside, CA 92507
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Lookout Santa Cruz@LookoutSCruz20 Jan 2023
Damaged by the Santa Cruz storms? Tips from the pros on how to deal with insurance bit.ly/3XG5voQ via @hillarymojeda, a Q&A with @UPamy of @UPHelp
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Throwback OCP&R Tip: storms can cause power outages. Here's a low/no cost preparedness step that's easy on your budget and time #readyoakland #energysavingtip 🥶
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