What Is Public Adjuster
A public adjuster is an insurance claims
adjuster who is an advocate for and paid by the policyholder in appraising and negotiating
an insurance claim.
Many policyholders are unaware that Public
Adjusters exist as an option; rather, policyholders assume that they must deal
directly with the insurance company representatives. A professional,
conscientious Public Adjuster can make a tremendous difference in the amount of
a policyholder's settlement as well as reduce or eliminate the stress and
hassle of dealing with property insurance claims.
Licensed Public Adjusters possess skills,
acquired by years of training and experience, which enable them to understand
the complex coverage issues of your insurance policy. They apply these skills,
helping you to better assess your options.
The insurance companies employ professional
adjusters to assess your claim. However, the insurance company’s adjuster represents
the insurer's interests. A Public Adjuster is an independent professional who
works for you, the policyholder, represents you, and has a fiduciary
responsibility only to you.