Listening carefully and communicating with clarity create a better process for all parties and help avoid issues.

The challenge for restorers now becomes who pays as many homeowners in the area lack insurance. 

Nationwide survey finds majority are pessimistic about the economy going forward.

Higher prices, increase in natural disasters drive up losses.

Florida Association sees lawsuit dismissed, ABC wins in court, and IICRC is included in legislation.

Indictment says members of the Bloods used threats of violence against other restoration firms and insurance adjusters. 

Commercial insurer's program aims to help policyholders reduce risk from major disasters.

An appraisal clause proves a useful tool as claims become more often contested.

Agency updates tool for evaluating homes in National Flood Insurance Program.

The Restoration Association of Florida filed a lawsuit to prevent a new insurance law that the group claims violates the single-subject rule of the Florida Constitution, while also infringing on the rights of homeowners and roofing contractors who perform work under valid assignment of benefits contracts.