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Accidents Involving Recalled Toyotas Still Have Coverage, Insurers Say

February 9, 2010

Toyota owners should place safety first and follow the car manufacturers’ instructions regarding the recalled vehicles, insurers say. After the recall of some 8 million Toyota vehicles, insurers are urging vehicle owners not to hesitate on contacting Toyota dealers.
“If Toyota drivers experience any issues with their accelerator pedal, they should contact their Toyota dealer without [...]

Excel Restoration Continuing Education Course

January 29, 2010

In Vendor Billboard’s continuing effort to support our trusted vendors as well as our community, we would like to pass along an announcement from Excel Restoration.

We have included a copy of their promotional flyer in PDF form that you can access by either clicking here or on the image above.

AccuWeather: “Worst Storms in 5 Years”

January 19, 2010

Remember, with all the storminess this week I am sure you will have precipitation amounts and pictures you might want to share with others. Tell us your weather and what you are experiencing on Facebook. If it’s raining, snowing, whatever, we want to know, and all they have to do is visit Facebook/AccuWeather. Then you [...]

Fireplace Safety Tips

January 18, 2010

Do you have a fireplace in your home? It’s a great way to chase the cold-weather chills away. It can also be a great way to heat your home this time of year.

In a recent FamilyLink.com survey of 8,000 respondents, about 34 said they percent have a working, wood-burning fireplace in their home. However, nearly [...]

Assured Success With Tish Hummer

January 14, 2010

Hi! My name is Tish Hummer, and I am excited to partner with Vendor Billboard to share my experiences and opportunities with you.
I have over 20 years experience in the restoration industry. I have been an insurance agent, marketing professional, VP of a restoration company and a CAT adjuster. I have been a member of [...]

Insurance Fraud Rises As State Bureaus’ Budgets Fall

January 12, 2010

State insurance fraud fighting bureaus are seeing a significant spike in fraud cases while trying to manage with lower budgets and staffing in the downturned economy of 2009, according to a survey by the Coalition Against Insurance Fraud.
Cases increased in all 15 types of fraud schemes, these state agencies say.
“The troubled economic climate confronts many [...]

Lawsuit Filed Against 14 Insurers For Chinese Drywall

January 11, 2010

A lawsuit has been filed in Louisiana against 14 insurers that seeks indemnification for losses and breach of contract arising from claims for the development and sale of homes allegedly containing defective Chinese manufactured drywall.
According to a release from the law firm Anderson Kill & Olick, P.C., the suit was filed by the WCI Chinese [...]

Insured CAT Losses Estimated at Over $20B Globally

January 5, 2010

Global natural catastrophe losses for 2009 are estimated to have cost insurers more than $20 billion, according to assessments from two insurance industry participants.
Munich Re released an assessment today for 2009, estimating that insured catastrophe losses amounted to $22 billion, with a severe economic loss of $50 billion. This was almost half of last year’s [...]

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