How long does the law allow an insurance company to settle an AIP claim for my dead brother? I am the beneficiary and I filed the claim on 11/08.
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How long does the law allow an insurance company to settle an AIP claim for my dead brother? I am the beneficiary and I filed the claim on 11/08.
My brother died outside the US (Africa) in October 08. I filed a claim as his listed beneficiary in his accident insurance policy in November 08. I have sent everything the insurance company requested (police report, death certificate, autopsy report, doctors report, etc) but they are delaying paying the claim. They have not denied the claim nor have they told me the reason for the delay despite several letters and phone calls. How long can they legally delay paying the claim? Should I get an attorney to write them or what do you suggest?
Asked on June 24, 2009 under Insurance Law, California
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
Since we don't serve as your legal counsel and have not reviewed your documentation, etc, we cannot recommend a specific route.
You do have at least two routes available to you, whether you wish to pursue them simultaneously or separately will be up to you and your family.
A. Consult a private estate planning or insurance attorney (not insurance defense). You can try www.attorneypages.com and check his or her record at www.calbar.ca.gov under attorney search.
B. Contact the California Dept of Insurance and file a complaint or inquiry.
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