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Proximate Cause
The dominant cause of a loss in a chain of causation.
When multiple perils contribute to a loss, Florida uses an efficient-proximate-cause analysis to determine coverage. The first peril in the chain may drive the coverage outcome.
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Where you encounter "Proximate Cause" in Florida claims
Policyholders see "Proximate Cause" referenced in policy language, claim correspondence, and carrier scope of loss documents. Knowing the precise definition under Florida practice keeps you from accepting carrier framing. See also FS 626.854 on Public Adjuster licensing and FS 627.70131 on carrier duties.
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