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What advancement opportunities are there in Insurance field for claims adjusters? Thinking about doing this after graduation. I'm currently working on an undergrad in Agri-business but I'm also considering an MBA. A job as a claims adjuster seems desirable and obtainable at the moment, however I'm unaware or the advancement opportunities as well as salary potential. I'd like to eventually make a six figure income as well.

Which Insurance Companies Pay Their Claims Adjusters Best? I know there's lots of variations depending on where you live, experience etc, but generally speaking, which insurance companies pay their claims adjusters the best out of the ones listed below? - State Farm - Allstate - Liberty Mutual - Nationwide - Farmer's - Chubbs - Safe Auto - Progressive - Erie ...and any other of the big companies you can think of. Also, what fields that are more lucrative than claims adjusting, can a claims adjuster potentially parlay into, inside or outside of working for a big insurance company?

Are Progressive claims adjusters paid on commission? Are claims adjusters that work for Progressive paid on commission or do they have a base salary?

need ideas for training property claims adjusters, I am a disaster restoration contractor? I am looking to use a training program of some sort to invite claims adjusters to my shop and train them with interesting topics or material, i want it to be their language from their industry expert on their material, we train them and build relationships. Has anyone ever done this? please help, thanks

How do claims adjusters determine the maximum value of a claim? I am looking into it. Thanks.

Personal injury claims adjusters are your doctors biased? Insurance adjusters, when a file is to technical for the injury adjuster and you have to send it to a medical file out for opinion as to the new injury and pre existing how biased are the doctors? Hoe long does it generally take to get the doctors opinion?

How much are claims adjusters paid? I am looking into it. Is is a salary or a bonus system?

How much money do claims adjusters make about?

How do claims adjusters get paid on homeowners policies? on flood policies? Is it per claim, a percentage of each claim, a combination, or something else?

What is the address for the Progressive Auto Insurance Claims/Adjusters office (Not agents) in Fort Myers, FL? Seems like they are so evasive as the answer to this question, I called the 1-800 number and the guy was stuttering. Got something on Metro Parkway? on Google maps I can see 4 buildings with many companies. Hope you can help. thanks!

Any Houston based claims managers overly pleased with the quality of adjusters with their carrier? Follow-up and reducing company expenses is the issue. I need a w/c insurance provider that is really going to work with me in managing my claims. Identifying fraud red flags, documentation in their claims system, contacting me in a timely fashion, etc. I'm talking about a program with adjusters that go above and beyond. Loss prevention would be nice as well built into our premium. A program that thinks outside the box. Not just some generic pdf documents on their website.

How much do Progressive Claims Adjusters make?

I am thinking about becoming a claims adjuster? I have been doing the reasearch and getting the picture that it a stressful job with a hectic schedule. What I am wondering is for property adjusters schedules do they come in the morning and mostly telecommunicate from home or from their car or do they work entirely from home communicating via email and cell phone. If most people work outside the office why is this job so stressful. Is there a quota of claims you have to settle? I also read people are laid off I was wondering how many times any of you have been laid off and how long? Also I was wondering how often do you get a raise and what determines if you get a bonus and are claims adjusters really climbing up roofs?

Are there any auto claims adjusters out there? Can you tell me what you like or dislike about your job? Also, did you have to take pre-employment testing?...and what did that consist of. Thank you! :)

I want to become an insurance claims adjusters in georgia. Any advise?

Movie about 2 insurance adjusters traveling around checking out crazy claims? What is the name about 2 insurance adjusters that travel around and check out real life stories like the rocket engine strapped to the car in az and the 2 guys trying to get into the metallica show. It seems like its a movie about the darwin awards, I wanna say that the guy is kevin spacey but im not sure.

Are claims adjusters able to grow (move up, get promoted) in the job? It seems to me there is not much room for improvement, they hire a lot of recent college grads, but I don't know if that's a wise choice?

Claims Adjusters, I have a few questions.? I'm interested in becoming a Claims Adjuster in Texas. I'm assuming I need the required certification and such. My questions are, 1. What is the best way to get certified? I have seen online 40 hour courses ranging from $300-$600. Are these legitimate? 2. Auto adjusters, home and disaster adjusters, what is the average salary for a claims adjuster on an average year? 3. Do I need any degrees, or do those just look better? Any answers would be GREATLY appreciated. Also, do you like your job? Is it something you would recommend as a career?

What is the difference between a claims adjuster and a claims specialist? In an auto accident bodily injury claim what is the difference between a claims adjuster and a claims specialist and why would a case be bumped up to the specialist?

Question for claim adjusters and insurance agents? I am looking for any adjusters or agents who can tell me if a plumbing fixture company has a liability insurance carrier. We have a product defect claim against Jameco International based in NJ. They are not cooperative at all. So I am looking ANY information about them from insurance professionals who have dealt with them. I'm looking mostly for the insurance carrier info, but will take any info regarding how any claims were settled with them. Also, would like to know if adjusters have had files where they had to sue Jameco and if so what state was the suit filed in. Thank you for any help that you can provide it is much appreciated.

I just got my Tx claims adjuster license, where do i start to get into adjusting? I have my BS and 5 year exp. in healthcare. Ultimate goal is to be an independent adjuster but i want and need to gain exp. first. Also interested in auto claims. I reside in the DFW area.

Does a personal injury claims adjuster have a limit as to the amount they can settle a case for? I was wondering if a personal injury claims adjuster has to go to his or her superior for a larger dollar amout? What is the process for a claim that will potential settle for around the 100,000.00 mark?

How many hours a week to property claims adjuster work? I am going to interview for a property claims adjuster next week and I had some questions. I asked the person setting up the interview and they couldn't really tell me much. The pay is hourly and I am trying to find out how much the pay will be. The position is out in the field doing the property inspections and writing the checks there.

What is a typical day like for a claims adjuster? I am considering becoming a claims adjuster, can you tell me what a typical day/week is like? Additionally, I would like to know about the requirements.

Is being a claims adjuster any better than being an insurance agent? I took a job as an health and life insurance agent a few months ago, and I quit after a few weeks because I absolutely hated it. I didn't like doing cold calls and I felt like the company was training me to be a liar. I'm wondering if being a claims agent for an auto insurance company is any better? I have a four-year degree, but I don't have a license for auto insurance or anything. For those who don't want to be an insurance agent, is being a claims adjuster more of the same? Is it hard?

Wanting to know how to become a insurance claims adjuster ? I 'm looking for a new career and kinda of interested in insurance claims adjuster and like to know what i need to qualify for the job !

I want to be a claims adjuster for an insurance company? Or a pip adjuster how do? I have a little experience in the medical field and had interaction with the adjusters.

What exactly does an insurance claims adjuster do? My friend is interested in becoming an insurance claims adjuster. Thank you in advance. :-)

whats it take to become claims adjuster in Texas? Looking for info on becoming a collision and or mechanical claims adjuster in Texas. Any certifcations or classes that have to be taken? Pay scales. Who is the best and worse to work for?

Attention home insurance claims adjusters? Our city, Cincinnati, was hit by a large wind storm last week - 80 mph winds from hurricane Ike remnants. Almost one million homes and business were without power for days - we had no power for 4 days and now need a new roof. A claims adjuster(State Auto) came out and we are waiting for the check . We also have up to $1000 in food replacement. (We lost everything in our fridge and deep freezer.)My question is: How carefully do they look at the receipts? For example do they look at/care about whether you are buying lobster or ground beef? Should it all be on one receipt? They did say that because this was such a large catastrophic event, that a claim would not effect our future rates. Just curious if they care what you are buying. I know it needs to be perishable type items... Edit: Thx for the response. Yes, I realize rates do go up overall when large events occur and does eventually effect all policyholders.. I was referring to our individual policy taking a hit because of the claim... Please don't assume that we are taking advantage of the situation. $1000 may see like alot to some people, but not to us. A 20 sq foot freezer holds(held...) a lot of meat. The question still remains: Do they actually go through the receipt and read each item or do they only... look at see if its a grocery item?

how long after a claims adjuster comes to view the damages of an auto accident will i get a check for totaled? how long after a claims adjuster comes to view the damages of an auto accident will i get a check for totaled out car?

what is the career outlook for claims adjuster in new york? now im considering become a claims adjuster. how often are they hiring for claims adjuster. i live n newyork. im majoring in public administration with a concentration in managerial investigation and oversight...is this enough

What do you need to do to be a claims adjuster in Texas? I would like to change my career and become a claims adjuster in texas. what is the steps to take?

How much education do you need to become a claims adjuster? Thanks!

What college courses are needed to become an insurance claims adjuster?

My husband is an Independent Claims Adjuster. What tax form does he need to fill out?

Claims Adjusters: Details on the job.... see details...? Hope this isnt too personal (but clearly if you answer... i guess it isnt). I am an adjuster and am curious how other companies work compared to my own.... Do you handle all aspects of the claim? (Such as liability, bodily injury settlements, Property damage estimates, etc) or just a certain portion? How does your company do the claim process? And heres where it gets really personal... if you feel comfortable... how well are you compensated for your job? Are you happy with your company? And if you dont mind.. what company do you work for? Im just searching my options here :)

As a claims assistant for a commercial liabilty insurance company, what training will help me to advance? I work for a Insurance Company here in Los Angeles. It's a Commercial Liability Insurance Company. I dont do any handling of claim, but I am a Claims Adjuster Assistant. I review court documents to identify facts and the nature of the accident that took place. Send out acknowledgement letter, as well as closing notices. What certification would I want to start off with being new to the insurance industry? What courses would I start off with?

How do I get licensed as an property claims adjuster? Also, can I get CAT certified without adjusting experience? I have 2 years (average 50 hour weeks) in Water and mold remediation. I have my WTR, CMT, and 24 Hazwoper certificates and I am very familiar with Xactimate as I am the Chief Estimator and assistant GM for a Servicemaster Franchise. Thanks!

What is the average rate Claims Adjusters should charge...(Help)? ..For putting in a claim?

For claims adjusters....? I am considering training at my job(that will pay for it, I work for an insurance co.) to become a claim adjuster. I was wondering what the drawbacks are and what the perks are? What do you enjoy about the job and what do you hate about it? Is there anything in particular about it that I need to know?

What is a Progressive Claims Adjuster Trainee? I'm interested in knowing the chances of getting hired after the training. So alternate question, is this just a company hiring a bunch of people so they can pick and choose a very small number of employees to keep?

How to get experience as a claims adjuster? If I dont know anyone in the adjusting field how do i get experience, training, and a start? Does anyone have any contacts for me?

Claims adjusters please? A gentleman insists that any car with liability is covered no matter who drives it. He states that, even in the event of theft, the vehicle is covered by a liability policy. I say bull, what say you adjusters? Thanks.

What licenses is most desirable for a claims adjuster in Ohio? I am currently working in a claims call center and attending college. I am starting my junior year in college and I am ready to move up in the company. Is the cpcu the most desirable, it seems like a lot of work and I'm already going to college is there a substitute that will help??

Claims Adjusters: Are we dorks or what?!? Does anyone else find it amusing that we leave our job and come and answer more questions about car insurance? and does anyone find it so nice to come on here and say what you want to say to idiots on the phone at work all day long? It just makes me laugh to see all the adjusters that are always on here.. I dont even particularly like being an adjuster- but i just answering these darn questions! just cant* stop i meant.

How do I get a job as an insurance claims adjuster without experience? Every place I look at wants 2-5 years claims experience. How do you get experience?

How do I become a claims adjuster and are there any certificates that I can get from schools in the U.S.? I am wanting to start a career in claims adjustment and I have some experience in police science and private investigation. I know the basics about law, arson and car accidents based on experience from the classes I have taken in police science and P.I.. I need to know what it would take for me to get a job in this field.

Any one know how I can become a claims adjuster. I have a good deal of home building knowledge? I ahve had my own remodeling business for 10 years. I feel very comfortable with figuring pricing on these types of things, I am looking to get out of the remodeling business as a business owner.

What can I do if my insurance claims adjuster reported two incidents for one accident? I hit my wife's car, backing out of a garage, couple of years ago and I just found out that my insurance company, MERCURY, reported this incident as two separate incidents, one for my car and one for my wife's car. I was trying to change my insurance carrier and found out that I'm not classified as a "good driver" because I have two incidents in 3 year period on my driving record. Mercury insurance intentionally did this to get 2 deductible payments from me ($500 to fix my car and $500 to fix my wife's car) Is there anything I can do to undo what this terrible company has done?

How to become a claims adjuster? How do I become a claims adjuster? (Mississippi)

What experience and education do I need to be an insurance claims adjuster? I am 59 and looking to change from administrative assistant career to something else.

What is the best tactic to argue with an insurance claims adjuster? I just bought a car for 6500, sunk in an extra 1000 (have receipts), and crashed it. They are offering me 5100, and that's BEFORE my deductible. That's less than I still owe on the car! What is the best way to argue my case without shooting myself in the foot (cussing, threatening, etc... i figure those options are out)? adding details: its a 1995 acura legend, in near-perfect condition, but with 174000 miles on it. blue book is 5,800-6500. i'd admit that MAYBE i overpaid by 200-300 dollars... but that's it! they're offering me 5100!!!!! and they won't budge. i got the supervisor's name and # but i haven't called yet. i have AAA insurance.

I recently got into an accident while driving a rental, do i only pay what the claims adjuster estimates? will the rental car place charge me any money? do i just pay the deductible? pardon my language but ill be damned if i have to pay them for labor on fixing the car

What kind of math questions are on the assessment for insurance claim adjusters? Any helful tips? This pertains to property and casualty adjusters.

How do you like being an Infinity Insurance Claims Adjuster, is it fun or really hectic?? Only for those who have worked as an Infinity Claims Adjuster Thank you!

Why does the claims adjuster need a copy of the non negotiable title? Not my own insurance the other person (who was at fault)

How much does Progressive pay Claims adjuster trainees? I am in the hiring process and am curious what to expect

Can you get an Oklahoma claims adjuster license with a felony on your record?? I never robbed a bank or anything it was a stupid thing that i got probation but either way its a felony does anyone know if you have a felony can you get a claims adjuster license with that on my record where would it say on the website of dept of insurance if a they will not let you have it with a felony