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My brother passed away a couple of weeks before the end of the contestability period, and I submitted a valid life insurance claim with the original death certificate. However, the insurance company is asking for permission to contact his doctors and review his medications, although my brother had... View More

answered on Mar 14, 2025
If the policy was issued in Michigan, or the decedent resided in Michigan when he purchased the policy, then you should consult a lawyer in Michigan.
Shower faucet started leaking, causing a huge bubble of water on lower level ceiling. Called my agent, he filed a claim. Adjuster sent Remediation company, came in and tore out livingroom and formal living room ceiling, most of our master bathroom and part of our master bedroom wood floors.... View More

answered on Dec 13, 2024
There is not enough information in the fact pattern to fully answer this question. Generally, an insurer may not engage in major demo work without obtaining written permission from the insured unless there is a specific reason (like an emergency) for it. Further, an insurer must have proof to deny... View More
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