Your claim was denied for Inadequate Initial Scope. Here is what that means.
Initial scope sheet excluded obvious damage.
Your claim was denied for this reason.
Denial is not the final word. Many denials are overturned with proper documentation.
Initial scope sheet excluded obvious damage.
Legitimate
When this denial holds up
Never; always contestable.
Contest
When this denial is improper
Always; scope gaps warrant reinspection.
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Know the law
Relevant statutes
FS 626.854
Public adjuster.
FS 627.70131
Carrier duties.
FS 627.70132
Notice deadlines.
FS 627.7142
Bill of Rights.
FS 626.9744
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Kin Delayed Response Pattern
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Aon Edge Delayed Response Pattern
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Double Coverage Dispute
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