Disaster Response Legal Service NSW - resources and factsheets
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What to do after a disaster: your insurance questions answered
What should I expect from my insurance company?
Has your insurer offered you a cash settlement?
I don’t agree with my insurer’s decision
Standard letters you can use to write to your insurer
Insurance check-up: storm or flood
What to do after a flood or storm - your insurance questions answered
Financial Rights Legal Service - Making a claim for flood damage
If you’re affected by flooding, it might be hard to know how to start a claim on your insurance policy for flood damage to your home, car – or other unexpected costs. Here are ten simple steps you can take to sort things out.
- Step 1 – Consider how your different policies may cover flood damage and other unexpected costs
- Step 2 – Contact your insurer to check your insurance cover and start your insurance claim
- Step 3 – Understand how your policy defines flood, storm, or rainwater damage
- Step 4 – Watch out for common issues in flood damage claims
- Step 5 – Know your entitlements to Additional Benefits under your policy
- Step 6 – Understand what happens after you make an insurance claim
- Step 7 – Consider making a complaint if your claim is refused or is taking too long to be resolved
- Step 8 – Get legal advice
- Step 9 – Keep on top of your finances
- Step 10 – Ask for help if you need it
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