The Oxford Dictionary only lists adjuster. Merriam Webster lists both adjuster and adjustor. Microsoft Word spell check, which is probably the most influential source, accepts either. The US Department of Labour uses adjuster. It would be my conclusion that adjuster is by far the more common and accepted spelling.
By using the IRS, you can claim tax returns easily. The IRS is a good way to get tax returns. If you have any troubleshooting, they have a help section.
A claims adjuster inspects claims of damages made after an accident. They are usually hired by an insurance company, but can also be hired privately. It is their job to figure out who is at fault, and how much damages should be rewarded.
If your child files a joint return with her spouse, you cannot claim her (unless neither spouse owes any taxes and the only reason for filing is to claim a refund). If your child files any other kind of return, it makes no difference in whether you can claim her. Of course, you have to meet all of the usual requirements for claiming a dependent.
Yes... for the earned income credit and such. It makes no difference for your income taxes really, as your not paying any.
No, but you can ask for reconsideration of a denied claim. When reconsideration has been requested, it is standard practice that a different adjuster will be assigned for the reconsideration.
The claim is assigned to an adjuster (sometimes called an examiner), who collects the necessary information and proof regarding the claim (this varies depend on the type of claim), reviews coverages available under the policy, and makes a determination of what, if anything, is due to the policyholder. If a claim is approved, the adjuster would authorize payment.
You don't. The homeowner files the claim. The adjuster then reviews the claim to determine if it is in fact a covered loss under the terms of your policy.
Call AAA and ask to speak with the adjuster whom your claim is assigned to. It usually is a long process and hard to get in touch with the adjuster. Be persistent and keep on calling.
A claim adjuster inspects the details of a claim, to see if it is legitimate and arrive at an agreed price, for compensation.
First, it's not the adjuster that submits a claim. You would submit the claim to the insurance company or to your agent and then it is sent to the insurance company claims department. The adjuster is the person in the claims department that handles the claim. He or she will get statements from both drivers, and look at the accident report from the police department and make a determination as to fault. The adjuster then handles repairs and payment for losses. The quicker everything is gotten turned in to the adjuster the faster they can finish and keep everyone happy.
Claim is reported to carrier. Claim is assigned to an adjuster. Adjuster reviews claim contacts all parties (generally) takes recorded statements from all parties (including witnesses), requests police report if there is one. Adjuster determines liability. Adjuster determines damages (either writes estimate themselves, requests estimates, hires an independent appraiser etc). Adjuster issues payment for damages, (including paying rental if so required) If injury claim; Adjuster (after completing all above), requests a medical authorization to gather medical reports/bills etc. When injured party has been released from physician, and 'healed' adjuster offers and negotiates settlement.
The average salary for a property claim adjuster is between $30,000 and $45,000 per year. Their actual salary is based on experience and the company they work for.
Insurance companies investigating or handling a claim appoint an adjuster. I know of no instance where an insured or claimant would hire an insurance companies adjuster. If you disagree with the company adjusters valuation or handling of your claim, You are welcome to go out and hire your own public adjuster to get a second opinion.
An insurance claim is the official act of asking an insurance company to make a payment according to the terms of an insurance policy. This is an important act because without it, there would be no way to receive compensation for covered damages. Most insurers issue instructions for filing a claim with their policy documentation. It usually involves a call to their claims department and the dispatch of an insurance adjuster to evaluate the claim. After the adjuster makes a recommendation, the insurance company either denies the claim or approves it for the amount the adjuster determined appropriate. Most companies have an appeal process that helps the insured have more input if the payment is insufficient.
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This will be up to the adjuster. Sometimes they will allow you to do this if you are qualified to do so and you agree to the estimate that the adjuster comes up with.