Tropical storm Barry, the second named storm of the 2019 hurricane season, formed Thursday morning and is expected to hit the Louisiana coast as a Category 1 Hurricane early Saturday morning. Some areas could see up to 25 inches of rain and disastrous flooding as a result. The Mississippi River is expected to crest at 19 feet, just below the tops of the levees. The storm, moving west-northwest at about 5 mph, has seen maximum sustained winds increasing from 50 to 60 mph and is likely to strengthen throughout the day. While 5 mph may seem insignificant, it is actually … Hurricane Season Has Arrived
Stay Safe on Independence Day
July 03, 2019 Filed in: Insurance ClaimsAs Independence Day approaches, MAS Claims Adjusting would like to wish everyone a happy and healthy holiday! That being said, the 4th of July is often riddled with accidents which, unfortunately, can result in insurance claims. Keep the following risks in mind as you enjoy the holiday to mitigate exposure on your property: Fireworks Fireworks, as fun and exciting as they are, can often lead to disastrous situations. As a homeowner, it is imperative that you practice precaution if using fireworks: Do not light off fireworks within 50 feet of your home. Make sure the fireworks are not pointed in … Stay Safe on Independence Day
MAS Claims Hosts Pre-Cat Meeting
June 20, 2019 Filed in: Insurance ClaimsOn June 17th, 2019, MAS Claims Adjusting hosted their annual Pre-CAT Meeting. This marks the largest meeting to date. Meeting topics included adjuster certifications & requirements, technical claims adjusting, external resources, service expectations, and much more! In addition to hosting their largest pre-CAT meeting since its inception, MAS also rolled out a number of new initiatives, such as their adjuster referral incentive, as well as highlighting their partnerships with industry juggernauts HAAG Education and ITEL. The 2019 MAS Claims Pre-CAT Meeting serves as a benchmark for the future success of the organization.