We are estimated to get temperatures as high as 109 degrees Fahrenheit throughout Oregon and Washington this weekend. It is crucial that we pay attention to the warnings from officials during this time in order to prevent fires from happening, especially after having such a dry spring! If you are planning on traveling, the Northwest…
Category Archives: Wild Fires
Fires Start Early in Pacific Northwest
It’s only June but due to a dry spring a very hot start to this month, there have been several fire warnings. This week, there was a fire in The Dalles that burned 170 acres. Luckily, the fire has now been contained. With fire season beginning, it is important to be cautious. We suggest searching…
Wildfire Resources: Cleanup is Progressing
On Thursday, April 29th at 12pm Oregon Insurance Commissioner Andrew Stolfi and Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum will give a town hall meeting via zoom about Wildfire Insurance and the rebuild process that will occur this spring. If you were affected by the wildfires last September, we encourage you to attend. This will be a great…
How Does Snow Impact Our Fire Season?
There is a “Winter Storm Watch” in effect for the Pacific Northwest this weekend! How much snow we get this winter can actually impact our fire season later this year. Snow that packs during the winter, melts in the spring when temperatures get warmer. The melting snow provides dry areas with a much needed water…
5 Steps to Remember after a Commercial Fire
Did you have to evacuate your business due to the recent wildfires in the Pacific Northwest? Once you are able to return to your property, here are the steps you should take: Contact your insurance company. Do not sign any contracts unless you fully understand them and know who is paying and for what. Expect…
Purpose of an Initial Consultation
What is the purpose of an initial consultation? In this throwback video we go over: The Problem The Facts The Options Give us a call at 503-305-7806 to schedule a consultation. We are licensed in both Oregon and Washington state.
Wildfires are still happening in Pacific Northwest
There isn’t as much smoke in the air anymore keeping us uncomfortably aware of the wildfires, but wildfires are still happening and we still need to stay informed. The Oregon wildfires are especially emotional and devastating this year because they happened in populated areas, not way out in the forest where people aren’t as badly…
Were you affected by Washington State Wildfires?
As we all know, there continue to be several forest fires across Washington and Oregon. Some have been contained, while others are still growing and spreading thousands of acres. It is important to not only be aware of where the fires are, but also to be prepared for if and when these fires come close…
Oregon Wildfires Timeline and Updates
Have you have been affected by the recent fires across the west coast? If you are in Oregon or Washington and do not have an attorney that is able to assist you, call us at 503-305-7806 to schedule a consultation. We are committed to assisting you in a way that makes sense to you. September…
How Replacement Cost Insurance Benefits works
When a claim is made on a Replacement Cost Policy, your insurance company is obligated to pay you upfront the actual cash value of your loss. Let’s suppose that your house was severely damaged by a fire. The cost to replace the house might be 450,000 for example until the loss is actually replaced your…