Washington OIC Launches Monthly Wildfire Claims Workshop in Spokane

Washington — Spokane Wildfire Claims Workshop: The Office of the Insurance Commissioner is hosting a monthly claims workshop in Spokane for people who are navigating the recovery process from the wildfires in the region.

Insurance claim experts from Insurance Commissioner Patty Kuderer’s office will be on site to tell you what you should know and expect about the insurance claims process, share best practices, and answer questions.

“Navigating insurance claims can be overwhelming, and we’re here to help every step of the way,” Kuderer said. “Recovering from a devastating loss is a long road. These monthly, in-person workshops will focus on what people should do at each step of the recovery process, from filing the claim after the initial loss through rebuilding.”

The first claims workshop was Monday, Aug. 17. Starting in September, the workshops will be held the second Monday of every month from 6 – 8:30 p.m.

The OIC will record the workshops for viewing afterwards.

Commissioner Kuderer has issued two emergency orders to provide relief to people affected by the wildfires:

On Aug. 3, she issued an order that prevents property and auto insurers from nonrenewing policies for nonpayment and extends grace periods. That order remains in effect through Sept. 30.

On Aug. 6, she issued an order that offers people in affected areas streamlined access to their prescription medications.