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An AOB supposedly makes things quicker and easier on policyholders. Since auto claims can get a little tricky, it can be challenging and time-consuming to navigate, especially if you've never done it before .

Having an AOB means you just drop off your car to get repaired and pick it up when it's done. The vendor then sorts out the details of getting paid by your insurance. Pretty straightforward, right?

Unfortunately, that's not always how it works.

AOB challenges for insurance policyholders

While an AOB authorizes the third party to act, one problem with removing yourself from the claim process is that now you're not part of the claim process. Not such a big deal if your repairs get done on time and to your satisfaction. But what if you have questions about your repairs? What if there's an unexpected delay?

When you sign an AOB for your auto insurance, the repair shop or service provider becomes the policy beneficiary for the claim — not you. As a result, you can lose transparency and control over your claim. Your insurance company may even be limited in what it can do to help.

The truth about AOB insurance scams

In theory, an AOB should make life easier for everyone, especially the policyholder. Actually, AOBs frequently turn into inflated claims and unnecessary litigation for insurance companies. Here's how it happens:

Let's say your car window breaks . You take it to a repair specialist and sign an AOB so they can bill your insurance directly. This plan keeps you from paying the bill yourself and getting reimbursed by your insurer later.

Instead of billing their standard rate for a window replacement, the vendor overbills your insurance, or they add extra charges for things they didn't fix. Your insurance pays the claim and the repair shop pockets the extra cash.

At best, that increased claim cost drives up your insurance rate . But what if your insurer denies the claim? That might leave you to cover the cost. Or it could even turn into an ugly — and expensive — lawsuit.

To be clear, when we talk about AOB insurance scams, we're not talking about minor surcharges. According to a 2018 report, AOB claims in Florida were 85% more expensive than non-AOB claims . See note 1 That's how the state became the poster child for AOB abuse.

While AOBs have been used in Florida for more than 100 years, many vendors in the state have used them for windshield claims. That's increased the cost of auto insurance across the state. The reason: You may not pay a deductible on a windshield claim, whether you sign an AOB or not. In 2020, the state saw more than 27,000 auto glass AOB lawsuits.

But the customers pay for it. By one estimate, Florida's auto and homeowners policyholders paid over $2.5 billion in insurer legal costs . See note 1 And that's not counting the billions more in excess claim settlements.

In response to the widespread AOB abuse in Florida, lawmakers passed the 2021 Property Insurance Reform Bill (SB 76) to help improve Florida's property insurance market.

What should you do when filing an auto claim?

AOBs can cause problems for you, your insurer and your premium. But are they worth it? How do you handle it the right way and avoid getting scammed?

There's no way to guarantee a vendor won't try to scam you or your insurance company. AOBs are legally binding, and they can give vendors power to exaggerate the scope of your claim, with or without your knowledge.

Before reaching for that AOB form for an auto insurance claim, call your insurance company. Make sure you have a clear understanding of your policy and what you should expect during the claims process .

Don't sign an AOB until you can weigh the risks and benefits. Always keep an eye out for AOB clauses on any document from a third-party vendor to make sure you don't unknowingly sign away your rights.

Fortunately, you don't have to use an AOB, even if you have one. Although it may be more challenging, it's generally wiser to file your own claims . This allows you to keep control of your claim and the policy benefits you pay for.

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California has "simplified procedures" for transferring property when the estate is worth under a certain amount (from $20,000 to $150,000 depending on the circumstances and the kind of property). Click on a topic to learn more:

• What do I do with property held in joint tenancy after the other tenant dies?
• What if the person who died had $20,000 or less in assets?
• What if the decedent’s assets are worth $166,250 or less?
• What if the decedent’s real property in California is worth $50,000 or less?
• Can the Court make an Order to clear title to real and personal property worth $150,000 or less?
• What is a Spousal Property Petition when there is a surviving spouse?
• How do I get a decedent’s insurance proceeds and retirement death benefits?
• How can I find a Probate lawyer or legal aid?
• What is joint tenancy?
• Does joint tenancy have tax implications?
• How do I create a joint tenancy?
• Are there any pitfalls to joint tenancy?
• What kinds of property do people put in joint tenancy?
• How do I change the title on real property after the other tenant dies?
• How do I prepare an Affidavit?
• How do I record an Affidavit?
• How do I handle bank accounts held in joint tenancy?
• How do I handle vehicles held in joint tenancy?
• How do I handle securities held in joint tenancy?

What is joint tenancy? Joint tenancy is a way for two or more people to own property in equal shares so that when one of the joint tenants dies, the property can pass to the surviving joint tenant(s) without having to go through probate court. Does joint tenancy have tax implications? Yes. If a joint tenant dies, the property is included in his or her taxable estate. Talk to a lawyer before putting property in joint tenancy or ending a joint tenancy. How do I create a joint tenancy? You must have a written document, like a deed to real property or title to a car, that says the property is in joint tenancy with the names of the joint tenants. Are there any pitfalls to joint tenancy? Yes. If a joint tenant died and puts in a will or trust that his or her share would pass to a person other than the surviving joint tenant, the joint tenancy would override his or her wishes. If it is not your intention for the co-owner of an asset to inherit your share, you should not enter into a joint tenancy. Talk to a lawyer about other ways to share title to property. What kinds of property do people put in joint tenancy? The most common assets owned jointly are real property (land or buildings), bank accounts, stocks and bonds and automobiles. How do I change the title on real property after the other tenant dies? You do not have to go to court. But, you need:

• A certified copy of the death certificate of the joint tenant who died
• An Affidavit signed by “anyone with knowledge of the facts”

You can change the title using a form called “Affidavit of Death of Joint Tenant.” [See the Sample Affidavit below.] There may be tax consequences. So, talk to a lawyer before you record the Affidavit.

How do I prepare an Affidavit? You can use this Sample Form. It is not an official form, but you can use it for most cases. Click here to download this sample form   in PDF format.

(Sample Form) AFFIDAVIT OF DEATH OF JOINT TENANT STATE OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA CLARA I, [ affiant's name ], being duly sworn, say: I am 18 years of age or over. The decedent described in the attached certified copy of Certificate of Death is the same person as [ name of person who died here ], who is named as one of the parties in the deed dated [ date ], executed by [ name of grantor ] to [ name of decedent ] and [ name of surviving joint tenant ], as joint tenants, recorded on [ date ], in [ e.g., Book __, page _ _] of the Official Records of Santa Clara County, California, covering the property situated in [ city ], Santa Clara County, California, described as follows: [ Provide legal description ] Dated: _______ __ [ Signature ]___ ___ [ Typed name ]_ Affiant Subscribed and sworn to before me on [ date ] ___[ Signature ]___ ___[ Typed name ]__ [ Seal ] Notary Public for the State of California

To read more about the law on this topic, see Probate Code Section 210-212   .

How do I record an Affidavit? Take a certified copy of the death certificate of the deceased joint tenant and your affidavit to the recorder's office in the county where the real property is located. How do I handle bank accounts held in joint tenancy? In most cases, you can remove the deceased person’s name from the accounts by taking these documents to the bank:

• A certified copy of the death certificate of the deceased joint tenant, and
• A check drawn for the balance of the checking account, or
• The savings account passbook.

How do I handle vehicles held in joint tenancy? The National Automobile Club of California and the California State Automobile Association (AAA) will help you get the ownership certificate and the registration card reissued. Take the documents listed below to the club office closest to you. You can find the address in your phone book. They will give you a temporary ownership certificate and send your documents to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) for re-issuance.

• The ownership certificate signed by the surviving owner,
• The registration card,
• A certificate of compliance with the smog-pollution control law (if the deceased joint tenant is not the grandparent, parent, sibling, child, grandchild, or spouse of the surviving joint tenant.) See Vehicle Code Section 4000.1(d) (2)   , and
• A certified copy of the death certificate for the deceased joint tenant.

How do I handle securities held in joint tenancy? Take or mail the following documents to the transfer agent at the financial institution:

• The original stock certificate (if the deceased joint tenant had one).

There may be tax consequences. So, talk to a lawyer first.

(Sample Form) Petition to Set Aside an Estate [ Title of court ] The Estate of [ decedent ]) No._ _ _ _ _ _ PETITION FOR ORDER TO SET ASIDE ESTATE NOT EXCEEDING $20,000 _ _[ Name of Petitioner ]_ _alleges: 1. _ _[ Name of decedent ]_ _died on_ _[ date ]_ _, and at the time of _ _[ his/her ]_ death was domiciled in Santa Clara County, California, and left an estate, the net value of which, above all liens and encumbrances at the date of death and the value of any homestead interest set aside from the decedent's estate under Probate Code §§6520 and 6521, but exclusive of all property in which the decedent held a life interest or held as a joint tenant, does not exceed $20,000. 2. The estate consists of the following property:_ _[ Describe property and give estimated value ]_ _. 3. Liens and encumbrances on the property at date of death were as follows: __[ Describe liens and encumbrances and state amounts ]_ _. 4. Petitioner(s) _ _[ is/are ]_ _the_ _[ executor named in decedent's Will/spouse of the decedent/guardian of decedent's minor child/personal representative of decedent's estate/decedent's adult child who was a minor on the date of decedent's death ]_ _and _ _[ is/are ]_ _entitled to an assignment of the entire estate under the provisions of California Probate Code Sections 6600-6615   as follows:_ _[ State proposed disposition of estate ]_ _. 5. All expenses of the last illness, the funeral, and administration_ _ have been paid/will be paid before the hearing on this Petition ]_ _. 6. The names, addresses, ages, and relationships of all heirs, legatees, and devisees of the decedent are as follows:_ _[ List ]_ _. WHEREFORE, Petitioner prays that the entire estate be assigned to _ _ _ _, that there be no further proceedings regarding the estate, and that such other relief be granted as the court considers proper. Dated: _ _ _ _                         __[ Signature ]__ _ _ [ Typed name ]_ _ Petitioner __[ Signature ]__ _ _[ Typed name ]_ _ Attorney(s) for Petitioner

• You can’t use it to distribute real property (land or buildings)
• You can use it for property that would automatically pass to a spouse
• You must wait 40 days after the decedent dies before you can collect or distribute the decedent’s assets
• You must give a written declaration to the person or agency that has the property or is in charge of the transfer of the property

To read more about the law on this topic, see Probate Code Section 13100   .

What if the person dies without a Will? If the decedent dies without a Will, the only people who have the right to collect his or her property are:

• conservator or guardian of the estate of any heir,
• trustee of a trust created by the decedent (inter vivos trust) for the benefit of an heir, or
• any other successor allowed under the law.

If the decedent dies with a Will, only the beneficiaries under the Will are entitled to collect.

• It is not for joint tenancy. (See joint tenancy above.)
• Any heir or beneficiary can use it.
• The value of the decedent's personal property does not matter.
• You must file your form with the Clerk of the Superior Court. You will have to pay a fee. (See fee listed for "Filing affidavit under Probate Code 13200" on the local fee schedule   ).
•  If the decedent had a guardian or conservator when s/he died, you must mail them a copy of the completed form.
• It has been at least 6 months since the decedent died.
• All of the decedent's funeral expenses, expenses of last illness and unsecured debts have been paid.

There must not be a current or past probate proceeding.

Or, if there is a probate proceeding pending:

• The personal representative consents in writing to this procedure.

If you need a marketable title (title that is free from any defects or reasonable doubts about who has title) to the property, take a certified copy of your filed form to the County Recorder of the county where the real property is located. To read more about the law on this topic, see Probate Code Section 13200   .

• real property only, or
• real and personal property

You cannot do this for personal property only. To transfer only personal property, use the Affidavit or declaration procedure. You do not have to include property outside of California, held in joint tenancy, in a revocable living trust, in pay-on-death accounts, passing to the surviving spouse under a Spousal Property Petition, or other property as explained in Probate Code Section 13151   . There are certain rules:

All heirs or beneficiaries to the decedent’s property must join with you in your request to the court (by signing the petition).

• The personal representative must consent to this procedure in writing.
• It must be at least 40 days since the decedent died.
• All of the decedent's unsecured debts must have been paid.

Fill out form DE-310   , Petition to Determine Succession to Real Property. You can use this form for clearing title to Real and Personal Property. You cannot use this form for Personal Property only. File the form with the Court Clerk. The Clerk will assign a hearing date. You must have notice of the hearing served to the person listed on paragraph 14 of DE-310   . Someone 18 or over and not involved in this case must serve the notice. Use form DE-120   to prove that notice has been given. File this completed form along with any other documents required on DE-310   . You must also fill out DE-315   , Order Determining Succession to Real Property (Estates $150,000 or less), and give it to the clerk’s office at least 4 days before the hearing. If the Court approves the Petition, the judge will sign the Order and give it back to you. Take the signed order and file it in the Clerk's Office. If you need a marketable title (title that is free from any defects or reasonable doubts about who has title)  to real property transferred to you by the Order, take a certified copy of your filed Order to the County Recorder of the county where the real property is located. If you receive property under this procedure, you will be responsible for the decedent's debts , up to the fair market value of the property you received as calculated at the time of death.

• The surviving spouse,
• The representative of a surviving spouse's estate (if the surviving spouse is also now deceased), or
• The conservator of the surviving spouse's estate.

How do I file a Spousal Property petition?

• Fill out and file form DE-221   explaining why the property belongs or should legally pass to the surviving spouse and describing the property.
• Attach a copy of the decedent’s Will (if there is a Will).
• Attach a copy of the agreement (if the description of the property as a community property is based on a written agreement between the decedent and the surviving spouse).

Will there be a Court Hearing? Yes. When you file your forms, the clerk will tell you the hearing date. At the hearing, the judge will decide whether to grant or deny your petition. Do I have to do anything before the hearing? Yes. At least 15 days before the hearing, you must have the following people served (given) a Notice of Hearing (by mail or in person):

• The executor or administrator of the estate (if a probate of the estate has been started in court).
• All heirs of the deceased spouse.
• All persons who have an interest in the estate and have asked for Special Notice (Probate Code Section 1250   ).
• The Attorney General of California (if the Petition is based on the deceased spouse’s Will and if the Will involves a charitable bequest or devise when there is no identified trustee resident in California or no identified legatee, devisee, or beneficiary).

Do I need an Order for a Spousal Property Petition? Yes. You must fill out DE-226   , Spousal Property Order and give it to the clerk’s office at least 4 days before the hearing. Please attach a note to this form with the date of your hearing. If the Court approves the Petition, the judge will sign the Order and give it back to you. Take the signed Order and file it in the Clerk's Office. Talk to a lawyer to see if you will be responsible for the decedent's debts.

• The insurance company or companies
• Credit card companies (like, insurance for credit card debt)
• Fraternal organization or club memberships
• The employer (Group life insurance)
• The military
• Find out who the beneficiaries of the policy are.
• Contact the decedent's insurance agent or broker.
• Advise the insurance company of the decedent's name, date of death, policy number and who the beneficiaries are.
• Send a certified copy of the decedent's death certificate along with the claim form to the insurance company.
• Ask the insurance company for a proof of claim form.

Retirement benefits Find out the amount of the benefit, the entitled beneficiaries and the payout options. Send a certified copy of the decedent's death certificate along with the claim form to the company. Talk to a tax consultant to learn about your options and the tax implications. Some companies have Human Resources Departments that help employees and their families understand retirement/employee benefits. Other companies may require you to consult with a bank or institutional trustee, a life insurance company or a commercial pension administrator.

• How can I find a Probate lawyer or legal aid? You can find a probate lawyer from the membership list of the Silicon Valley Bar Association’s website   . You can also get a referral to a lawyer from the Santa Clara County Bar Association   . Their phone number is 669-302-7803   . You may also want to refer to our Free & Low-Cost Legal Aid page .

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Assignment of benefits

What is an assignment of benefits?

An assignment of benefits (or AOB for short) is an agreement that gives your claims benefits, and in some instances complete control of your claim, to someone else. It’s usually used so that a contractor can “stand in your shoes” and file a claim, make decisions about repairs, and collect insurance payments from your insurance company directly for covered repairs. In some states, the contractor will even file a lawsuit against your insurer as your assignee.

Why do homeowners agree to an assignment of benefits?

Homeowners may sign an assignment of benefits form because they think it’s more convenient and efficient than dealing with the claims process firsthand.

Once a contractor has been assigned your benefits, they tell the insurance company what work they believe is required and negotiate the claim. For example, say you have a water leak in the house. You call a home restoration company to stop the water flow, clean up the mess, and restore your home to its former glory. The restoration company may ask for an assignment of benefits so it can deal directly with the insurance company without your input. That may sound like a relief at first glance – someone else can deal with all that!

But signing away your rights in the claims process may not be worth the risk.

Assignment of benefits in Florida: a case of rampant fraud

Because the assignment of benefits takes control out of the homeowner’s hands, insurance fraud is a major concern. Some contractors may take advantage of the situation and inflate repair needs and costs or bill for work that was never completed. They may also hire attorneys to sue the insurance company if it does not pay the full amount of their estimate or denies claims.

These lawsuits became a huge problem in Florida – by 2018, there were 135,000 AOB lawsuits , a 70 percent increase in 15 years. On the whole, the FBI estimates fraudulent claims account for nearly $6 billion of the $80 billion appropriated for post-hurricane reconstruction.

Florida eventually passed a bill in 2019 to curb the abuse of assignment of benefits.

Ultimately, AOB fraud hurts homeowners the most. It increases homeowners insurance rates across the board, and you may be stuck with incomplete work and no recourse.

That’s why we offer a Responsible Repair discount for homeowners who retain their rights during a claim. It’s about a 5 percent discount on average to reward you for proactively protecting yourself and preventing fraud.

What responsibilities does the AOB contractor have?

Once you sign an AOB, a contractor has full power to make all decisions about the claim without consulting you. The assignment of benefits gives contractors the ability to:

• File the insurance claim .
• Work directly with insurance claims adjusters.
• Make repair decisions.
• Complete repairs.
• Directly bill the insurance carrier for all work completed.
• Sue your insurance company regarding your claim.

Sometimes the assignment of benefits limits the scope to the work the contractor was hired for. For example, say your home has a leaky pipe. You may hire a plumber to fix the leak, a remediation company to dry the walls and carpet, and a general contractor to replace the bathroom cabinets. Each of the three contractors may have a respective assignment of benefits for their part of the job.

How assignment of benefits impacts homeowners

Under some circumstances, an assignment of benefits agreement could work out for homeowners who don’t want to handle their insurance claim. If the contractor is reputable, performs the work, and knows what information the insurance company needs, it can be a big help.

For example:

• The claims adjuster will work directly with the contractor.
• The contractor would handle remediation and repairs.
• The contractor would bill the insurance company, not the homeowner.

AOB arrangements only work for covered damage in need of repair. If you must replace belongings or appliances, you’d still need to work directly with your insurer and payments would go to you.

Protecting yourself in an assignment of benefits agreement

Don’t sign an assignment of benefits agreement right off the bat. Before you hire any contractor:

• Get multiple quotes.
• Check references, licenses, and their insurance.
• Get written estimates for potential work.
• Get a guarantee to back the workmanship.
• Make sure you get to approve completed work.
• Request copies of all paperwork sent to your insurance company.
• Require that the contractor show you the documents you are actually signing.

You might be tempted to hire the first contractor you find, but you save yourself headaches if you do some due diligence before signing an assignment of benefits. Great contractors use this to expedite repairs and spare you some work. Take a beat to find that great contractor .

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What is collateral assignment of life insurance?

Collateral assignment lets you use your life insurance as loan collateral. When you die, your death benefit is paid to your lender first and any remaining funds go to your beneficiaries.

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When you apply for a loan, particularly a small business loan or Small Business Administration (SBA) loan, you can use your life insurance coverage as collateral. This is called collateral assignment, and it ensures that your lender will be paid any outstanding loan amount if you don’t have a good credit rating or other collateral.

Collateral assignment is different from naming the bank as the sole beneficiary of your policy, like with credit life insurance . Instead, collateral assignment ensures that if you die before repaying your loan, the insurance company will use your death benefit to settle up. After that, any remaining funds go to your named beneficiaries.

If you already have a policy with a death benefit greater than your loan amount, you may be able to collaterally assign that policy. However, some lenders may require you to buy a new policy specifically for collateral assignment. If you don’t have a life insurance policy or need additional coverage, you will need to apply for a separate policy. Once you have a policy in place, you can request collateral assignment paperwork from your insurer.

Key takeaways

Collateral assignment makes your life insurance death benefit collateral for a loan

If you die before repaying your debt, your insurer pays back what you owe to the lender before disbursing funds to your beneficiaries

You complete collateral assignment forms after your policy is active

The agreement ends only after you’ve satisfied the terms of your loan

How collateral assignment works

Applying for life insurance for collateral assignment is the same as applying for a personal life insurance policy — you need to have an active personal policy before you can assign it as collateral. You’ll go through the application review and underwriting process , and wait to receive your offer.

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Who to name as your beneficiary

When buying life insurance for the purpose of collateral assignment, you name the beneficiaries as you would for a personal policy. So, if your personal policy would list your spouse, you list your spouse. The lender is not your beneficiary; they are the assignee on the collateral assignment paperwork after your policy is active. On the form, you are the assignor .

When you fill out a collateral assignment form, that assignment supersedes your beneficiaries’ rights to the death benefit. If you die, the life insurance company pays the lender, or assignee, the loan balance. The remainder of your death benefit — if there is one — goes to your beneficiaries.

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Who owns the life insurance policy

You are the policy owner and responsible for the premium payments. Some lenders may require an escrow account for the life insurance premiums, others may require proof of payment or prepayment. If you use a whole life policy for collateral assignment, the lender has access to the cash value of the policy if you default on the loan.

When to fill out collateral assignment paperwork

After you pay your first premium, sign your policy papers, and the insurer confirms that your policy is active, then you can ask for a collateral assignment form from the life insurance company or your insurance broker.

You’ll need your loan officer’s name and number for the form, as well as your policy number, Social Security number, and other personal information.

When collateral assignment ends

Collateral assignment ends only if you pay off your loan before you pass away. Your lender must agree that the terms of your loan have been met and send a release to your insurer in order to terminate the agreement.

If your policy lapses or you choose to cancel it, the lender could consider that a violation of your loan contract. They may even pay your premiums on your behalf to prevent a policy lapse. In that scenario, the lender adds the cost of any premiums they paid for your policy to your loan total.

Alternatives to collateral assignment

If your lender doesn’t require a collateral assignment agreement but you want to leverage your life insurance for debt repayment, there are a few other options.

Life insurance loan: A life insurance loan allows you to borrow directly from your permanent policy’s cash value. You need to accumulate enough cash value to cover a loan, which can take several years. Any unpaid amount, plus interest, is deducted from your death benefit.

Cash surrender: You can give up your permanent policy and take its cash surrender value , the amount of cash built up in the policy minus administrative fees. This option involves canceling your policy, so you’ll need to find replacement coverage and could face penalties if you cancel during your policy’s surrender period.

Term life insurance: You should always buy enough insurance to account for your debts . On average, term life is five to 15 times cheaper than whole life, and your beneficiaries can use the death benefit to pay off your debts and keep the remainder, sidestepping collateral assignment paperwork or lender involvement.

For most people, the most affordable and straightforward option is using your term life insurance policy’s death benefit to account for any outstanding loans when you die, with or without a collateral assignment attached. If you need to use your life insurance policy for collateral assignment, the process is as simple as buying a policy and filling out the appropriate paperwork.

Frequently asked questions

A collateral assignment of life insurance directs your insurance provider to use your death benefit to pay off an existing loan if you die while in debt. After the lender is paid, any remaining funds go to your policy’s beneficiaries.

Your lender is the assignee of your collateral assignment agreement. You are the assignor of the agreement and the owner of your life insurance policy.

Collateral assignment can only be revoked if your lender confirms that your debt is paid and sends a release of collateral assignment to your insurer. The assignment cannot be changed if you change your mind or if your life insurance policy lapses.

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No Consent? No Problem: Florida Appellate Court Upholds Post-Loss Assignment of Policy Benefits

Florida’s Second District Court of Appeals ruled on Friday that a homeowner’s insurance policy provision restricting assignment without the insurer’s consent does not restrict the post-loss assignment of policy benefits to an emergency water mitigation company, reversing the trial court’s ruling on summary judgment. In Bioscience West, Inc. v. Gulfstream Prop. & Cas. Co. , the homeowner suffered a water loss and hired Bioscience to perform emergency water mitigation. Case No. 2d14-3946 (Fla. 2d DCA Feb. 5, 2016). In return for its services, the homeowner assigned the benefits of her insurance policy to Bioscience under an agreement permitting Bioscience to directly bill the insurer. The insurer, Gulfstream Property and Casualty Company (Gulfstream), refused to pay Bioscience as assignee, citing the policy’s assignment provision. Bioscience sued Gulfstream for breach of contract. The trial court granted summary judgment in favor of Gulfstream, finding that the policy’s assignment provision precluded the post-loss assignment to Bioscience without the insurer’s consent.

The assignment provision provides: “Assignment. Assignment of this policy will not be valid unless we give our written consent.” Bioscience argued that this language “merely prohibits an insured’s assignment of the entire policy without [the Insurer’s] consent, but that it does not [prohibit] an insured’s unilateral assignment of a benefit derived from the policy.” (Emphasis added). The Second District Court of Appeals agreed, reversing the trial court and stating that the assignment here was a “right to seek payment for the mitigation services it rendered under the policy, not an assignment of ‘this policy’ issued by Gulfstream to Bioscience.”

The court also rejected Gulfstream’s argument that the assignment of benefits violated Fla. Stat. 626.854(16) (Florida’s Public Adjusting Statute) and Fla. Stat. 627.405 (requiring an “insurable interest” in “the things at the time of loss”). The court cited Florida’s nearly 100-year history of upholding post-loss assignments of benefits without insurer approval, even where policy language otherwise purports to prohibit assignment of the policy. The court distinguished the post-loss assignment of policy benefits from an assignment of the policy as a whole, emphasizing the practical purpose of post-loss assignments. “Repairing a home after an unexpected loss event is often a time-sensitive procedure. An insured simply cannot afford to wait for an insurance claim to be adjusted to address that loss, and insurance benefits represent the most ready means of paying for post-loss emergency repairs.”

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