California Insurance Regulations Update

Following recent wildfires in Los Angeles, Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara has issued an alert warning survivors of potential fraud and scams. The California Department of Insurance has shared tips in English and Spanish to help consumers avoid dishonest contractors and public adjusters. Lara reminded public adjusters of state laws prohibiting solicitation within seven days of a disaster to protect residents from high-pressure tactics. Consumers are urged to contact their insurance company first and settle claims before hiring a public adjuster or lawyer. The Department offers free assistance to those with questions or concerns about their claims.

• Don’t Get Scammed After a Disaster Information Guide – English
• Evite Las Estafas Después de un Desastre Information Guide – Spanish

For more information, visit the California Department of Insurance website.

Previous CDI communications about Insurance/ Insurance bill/ State Farm’s California Coverage Changes:
CDI Invitation to Workshop (November, 2024)
Mandatory Moratorium on Cancellations and Non-Renewals of Policies (November, 2024)
CDI Invitation to Workshop (March, 2024)
CDI Workshop Draft (March, 2024)
CDI Consumer Alert (March, 2024)
AB-2996 introduced by Assembly Member Alvarez
State Farm Pulls Out of California