Massachusetts Umpire List

Massachusetts Umpire List

If you live in Massachusetts and have a policy dispute, you may uncover that an umpire is required to resolve differences between two appraisers. Whether you are an insured or an insurer, you may be called upon to seek out a qualified umpire. 

What do Massachusetts insurance umpires do?

In Massachusetts, umpires are experts that act as independent moderators between two insurance claims appraisers that are failing to negotiate. Massachusetts umpires are often independent claim appraisers, insurance attorneys, or public insurance adjusters that have the insurance calculations background necessary to examine the dubious claim.

For example, if you live in Massachusetts and think that an estimated total is inaccurate, you might hire your own insurance estimator. Now, what if the two claim appraisers' estimates are radically different? They might be able to bargain for a decent settlement. However if the insurance appraisers cannot, then that's

where an umpire comes in. Expert insurance umpires understand Massachusetts's contracting business, local and state codes, and interconnected expenditures. Look for a Massachusetts umpire who is educated about the insurance settlement concerns that mean the most to you.

While the Massachusetts Division of Insurance monitors insurance companies, umpires are not usually licensed in any state. While exact umpire licensing is not required by Massachusetts, most umpires hold professional certificates. For instance, if the umpire is also a public adjuster, then he has met Massachusetts's insurance issues for that profession. Similarly, insurance attorneys must uphold their law licenses.

If you are an insurance policyholder occupied in an insurance negotiation in Massachusetts, selecting an umpire to assist the two insurance claims appraisers negotiate a fair agreement is a great first step to be certain that you are treated honestly by your insurer.

This directory of insurance umpires are ready to serve Massachusetts residents living from New Bedford, Massachusetts to Boston and areas far and wide. These umpires live right here in the 6th state in the country, and realize the insurance issues and construction charges that occur in the Bay State.

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Present occupation:
Insurance Claim Consulting

Experience in insurance appraisals:

Other relevant information:
30 years experience handling small and large residential and commercial losses

Years experience in insurance industry:

Educational degrees / certifications:
Norwich University - Northfield VT
University of South Florida - Tampa FL

RPA - Registered Professional Adj - 1998

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Experience in insurance appraisals:

Other relevant information:
Past President of FAPIA, member of NAPIA, member of Better Business Bureau, Certified Mold Remediator, member of Windstorm Insurance network, member of PCCP

Years experience in insurance industry:

Educational degrees / certifications:
Past President of FAPIA, member of NAPIA, member of Better Business Bureau, Certified Mold Remediator, member of Windstorm Insurance network, member of PCCP

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Present occupation:
Public Insurance Adjuster

Experience in insurance appraisals:

Other relevant information:
I primarily service the states of Florida & Texas, however I am available to serve as Umpire anywhere in the United States.

Years experience in insurance industry:

Educational degrees / certifications:
Prior Certifications include: Certified Indoor Environmentalist (IAQA) Certified Mold Remediator (IAQA) Certified Mold Remediation Supervisor Licensed Florida Public Insurance Adjuster Licensed Texas Public Insurance Adjuster

Present occupation:
Executive General Adjuster

Experience in insurance appraisals:

Other relevant information:
CV available on request

Years experience in insurance industry:

Educational degrees / certifications:
AIC 33,34,35
IIA 21,22
Crawford & Company Advanced Property School

Experience in insurance appraisals:

Years experience in insurance industry:

Present occupation:
General Contractor

Experience in insurance appraisals:

Other relevant information:
I am a General Contractor with 32 years experience. The past 25 years I have specialized in insurance repair work. I have hands on experience in practically all phases of residential and light commercial construction.

Years experience in insurance industry:

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Present occupation:
Independent General Adjuster

Experience in insurance appraisals:

Other relevant information:
Independent general adjuster with residential and commercial experience. I have over 15 years of experience in the insurance claims arena working both sides of the fence. I have an excellent background to help with the appraisal process. I have assisted in over 100 appraisals and have adjusted 1000’s of insurance claims. I am generally selected to do cleanup and re-inspects after the storm and will leave no stone unturned. On the other side I was a general contractor for over 20 years with 10 years of specializing in insurance claims. With my extensive knowledge in construction and adjusting, I have the tools needed to umpire your claim. I will be fair to the insured and the insurance company. My goal is to settle your claim in a fair and prompt manner.

Years experience in insurance industry:

Educational degrees / certifications:
Windstorm Insurance Network Umpire Certification, 2009
TWIA 2008
Licensed Adjuster in: TX, OK, FL, LA, AR, MS, MN, MI, SC, NC, GA. AL
NFIP Flood Certified, Residential and Commercial
Large Loss Specialist
Extensive Experience with Churches

Present occupation:
Insurance Consultant

Experience in insurance appraisals:

Other relevant information:
Insurance professional with over 16 years of experience. Effective communicator with extensive claim negotiation skills.

Years experience in insurance industry:

Educational degrees / certifications:
B.A. Public Administration
University of Louisiana-Lafayette
NFIP Flood Certification

Present occupation:
Public Adjuster, General Contractor /Roofing Contractor

Experience in insurance appraisals:

Other relevant information:
As a General Contractor and Roofing Contractor since 1972 I am well versed in the construction of buildings and houses. I am therefore able to prepare all the necessary estimates and document all damages to real property. I have held General Contractor and Roofing licenses in six states and am still the qualifier for those licenses. I currently hold Certified General Contractor and Certified Roofer licenses in Florida.

Years experience in insurance industry:

Educational degrees / certifications:
Certified General Contractor
Certified Roofing Contractor

Present occupation:
Umpire, Appraiser, General Adjuster, Consultant

Experience in insurance appraisals:

Other relevant information:
Karl G. Bach
R.K. Bach & Associates
P.O. Box 2361
Palm City, FL 34991
Tel: 772-215-0324 • Fax: 772-283-7276
Email: rkbachassociates@yahoo.com
Present occupation:
Consultant/Umpire
Experience in insurance appraisals:
Est. No of Appraisals: 1000 +
Percentage for Insured: 17.5%
Percentage for Insurer: 17.5% Percentage as Umpire: 65%
Other relevant information:
I have a thorough understanding of appraisal process and I am aware of the various factors that influence each party’s positions. I have a simple philosophy: It is what it is! I will not split the baby!

Years experience in insurance industry:

Educational degrees / certifications:
Years experience in insurance industry:
Insurance Company: 6 Independent Adjuster: 6 Public Insurance Adjuster: 6 General Contractor: 4
Consultant: 5 Umpire: 5
Educational degrees, professional designation/certificates:
Florida Certified General Contractor (CGC)
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Florida Atlantic University
State Farm Insurance Claims School
Vale National Building Estimating Course
Certified Mold Remediator & Certified Mold Tester
Windstorm Insurance Network Certified Umpire 2005 to Present
Collins Center Approved Umpire
2008 Windstorm Insurance Conference presenter, “Appraisal and Changing Codes”
Windstorm Insurance Network Umpire Certification, 2007
Windstorm Insurance Network Advanced Umpire Certification, 2008
Windstorm Insurance Network Advanced Umpire Certification, 2009
HAAG Certified Residential Roofing Inspector 2009

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