CA Wildfires Vol. 5 – California’s Insurance Crisis: How Did We Get Here?

Legal Lens Podcast

In this vital episode of The Legal Lens Podcast, Angela Reddock-Wright speaks with Amy Bach, Executive Director of United Policyholders, about the California insurance crisis, wildfire recovery, and what homeowners need to know about filing claims.

Amy and her organization, United Policyholders, have spent over 30 years advocating for homeowners, ensuring that insurance companies honor their policies and helping disaster victims maximize their claims. With recent wildfires devastating Altadena, Palisades, and Hollywood Hills, she explains why so many homeowners are underinsured and how to navigate the claims process without getting scammed.

In the advent of an insurance crisis in California with major providers leaving the market, raising premiums, or dropping policies altogether, homeowners must be proactive in understanding their policies, knowing their rights, and protecting themselves from misinformation. If you are a homeowner – don’t miss this episode.

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The information presented in this publication is for general informational purposes and is not a substitute for legal advice. If you have a specific legal issue or problem, United Policyholders recommends that you consult with an attorney. Guidance on hiring professional help can be found in the “Find Help” section of www.uphelp.org. United Policyholders does not sell insurance or certify, endorse or warrant any of the insurance products, vendors, or professionals identified on our website.

Source: https://uphelp.org/ca-wildfires-vol-5-californias-insurance-crisis-how-did-we-get-here/
Date: February 22, 2025