Friday October 26, 2018
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6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
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Exhibitor Set Up
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Saturday October 27, 2018
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8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Welcome address by FAPIA President, Jimmy Farach
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10:40 AM - 11:30 AM
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Drone wars
The purpose of this course is to review how drones are increasingly utilized in in claim investigations.
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11:30 AM - 11:40 AM
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Break
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11:40 AM - 12:30 PM
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LARGE LOSSES
Taming the Monster
The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of the unique considerations that large losses entail. The method of instruction used for this session will be an interactive panel discussion supported by a powerpoint presentation.
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12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Luncheon Courtesy of Merlin Law Group & Helicon
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1:30 PM - 1:40 PM
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Sponsors & Exhibitors Introduction
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1:40 PM - 2:30 PM
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Scariest Flood
Controversies for Hurricane Seasons 2017 and 2018
The presentation outlines recent and relevant manners in which public adjusters should recognize trends problematic to their clients and utilize experts to assist prosecuting claims for their clients. The method of instruction used for this session will be an interactive panel discussion supported by a powerpoint presentation.
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2:30 PM - 2:40 PM
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Break
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2:40 PM - 3:30 PM
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Who is Competent, Independent, Neutral, Disinterested and Impartial
This course will provide an overview of the parties involved in the appraisal process and how definitions vary from policy to policy with regard to who can and cannot act as an appraiser or umpire. The method of instruction used for this session will be an interactive panel discussion supported by a powerpoint presentation.
Faculty: Andrew McDonald, Esq. & David Barnhill, Esq.
1 CE Credit |
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3:30 PM - 3:40 PM
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Sponsors & Exhibitors Introduction
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3:40 PM - 4:30 PM
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Insurance Company Delay Tactics
How to Deal With Them
This course will review common insurer activity that cause delays in claim resolution and how a policyholder representative can effectively deal with it. Course will taught utilizing a powerpoint presentation.
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4:30 PM - 4:50 PM
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Closing remarks by FAPIA President, Jimmy Farach, with invitation to Cocktail Reception in Exhibitor Hall
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Join us for a Reception in Exhibitor Hall
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Scary Insurance Claims Cocktail Party
Courtesy of Venture Construction Group of Florida
5:00 - 7:00 PM
Scary Insurance Claims Cocktail Party
Courtesy of Venture Construction Group of Florida
Sunday October 28, 2018
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8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Late Registration / Check In and Exhibitor Hall Open
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9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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FAPIA Business Meeting - Public Adjuster Members Only
Presidency is turned over to Craig Drillich– See business meeting agenda Legislative update, committee updates |
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10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Sunday Brunch & Exhibitor Hall Courtesy of Venture Construction Group of Florida
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11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Public Adjuster Round-Table Discussion (Optional)
Q & A Specifically for Public Adjusters
Hosted by Past President, Bill Cook |
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12:30 PM - 12:40 PM
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Break
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12:40 PM - 12:50 PM
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Sponsors & Exhibitors Introduction
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12:50 PM - 1:40 PM
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Public Adjuster Performance and Professionalism
How To Avoid and React to “Scary” Claim Correspondence
This presentation will address ethical requirements and advantages of taking the ethical high road when communicating with a client, insurer, or insurance adjuster.
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1:40 PM - 2:20 PM
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Is 13 a Lucky Number?
What you need to know about Water Losses
To provide an introduction to florida law regarding the decisions that have addressed what is a covered plumbing loss to insured property, what constitutes constant and repeated seepage or leakage of a plumbing system and showcasing examples of long-term damage.
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2:20 PM - 2:50 PM
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Break with snacks courtesy of Stockham Law Group; Florida Advocates; Mintz Truppman; Geyer Fuxa Tyler; Berger Singerman; Pazos Law; Pandit Law; Farrell Patel Jomarron & Lopez; Danahy and Murray; McDonald Barnhill & Kanner and Pintaluga
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2:50 PM - 3:00 PM
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Sponsors & Exhibitors Introduction
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3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Discussion about Insurance Company Bullies and How to Deal with Them
By Joseph Ligman, Esquire |
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3:30 PM - 4:20 PM
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Construction
Tools every insurance professional needs in their toolbox
The purpose of this course is to provide a basic overview of construction rules along with regulatory requirements that every insurance professional needs to know. The method of instruction used for this session will be an interactive discussion supported by a powerpoint presentation.
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4:20: PM - 5:10 PM
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The Business of Public Adjusting
Post Catastrophe Operations
Post catastrophe regulatory requirements, marketing best practices and the importance of networking with other professionals and the long term benefit of representing themselves and our industry well.
Faculty: Joseph Connelly, PA & Jeremy Harris |
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5:10 PM
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Closing remarks by FAPIA President, Craig Drillich with invitation to the
PUBLIC ADJUSTERS ROCK CONCERT 8-10 PM 
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Monday October 29, 2018
5 Hour Law & Ethics Course - Breakout
General Session
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8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
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9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Hurricane Michael - Concurrent Causation Issues and the Florida Value Policy Law
A primer on how multiple causes of loss such as Hurricane Michael and wind vs. flood affect the claim process.
By Kelly Kubiak, Esq.
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10:00 AM - 10:50 AM
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Public Adjuster 5 Hour Law and Ethics – HOUR 1
(You must pre-register for this course due to limited seating)
This course is designed to fulfill all obligations and ethical requirements under the required 5 hour public adjuster law and ethics update. Public adjusters will become more familiar with all laws and administrative regulations that apply to their license as outlined in rule 69B-228-180 FAC and in form DFS-H202-2081. The full course will provide an overview of how the insurance industry is regulated in Florida while taking an in-depth review of insurance laws and ethical standards necessary to practice. We will specifically target regulatory awareness (statutes and rules) and follow with insurance law and updates, ethical requirements and disciplinary and industry trends.
Inspecting the X Files
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10:50 AM - 11:00 AM
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Break
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11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
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Public Adjuster 5 Hour Law and Ethics – hour 2
(You must pre-register for this course due to limited seating)
This course is designed to fulfill all obligations and ethical requirements under the required 5 hour public adjuster law and ethics update. Public adjusters will become more familiar with all laws and administrative regulations that apply to their license as outlined in rule 69B-228-180 FAC and in form DFS-H202-2081. The full course will provide an overview of how the insurance industry is regulated in Florida while taking an in-depth review of insurance laws and ethical standards necessary to practice. We will specifically target regulatory awareness (statutes and rules) and follow with insurance law and updates, ethical requirements and disciplinary and industry trends.
BIOHAZARD CLAIMS
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11:50 AM - 1:00 PM
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Exhibitor Hall and Luncheon courtesy of Merlin Law Group
Raffle prize drawings. Must be present to win |
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1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
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Public Adjuster 5 Hour Law and Ethics – Hour 3
(You must pre-register for this course due to limited seating)
This course is designed to fulfill all obligations and ethical requirements under the required 5 hour public adjuster law and ethics update. Public adjusters will become more familiar with all laws and administrative regulations that apply to their license as outlined in rule 69B-228-180 FAC and in form DFS-H202-2081. The full course will provide an overview of how the insurance industry is regulated in Florida while taking an in-depth review of insurance laws and ethical standards necessary to practice. We will specifically target regulatory awareness (statutes and rules) and follow with insurance law and updates, ethical requirements and disciplinary and industry trends.
SIMSOL SOFTWARE TRAINING COURSE PART ONE
IMPROVING YOUR ESTIMATING SKILLS - TIPS AND TRICKS
Faculty: Danny Sutliff |
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1:50 PM - 2:00 PM
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Break
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2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
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Public Adjuster 5 Hour Law and Ethics – hour 4
(You must pre-register for this course due to limited seating)
This course is designed to fulfill all obligations and ethical requirements under the required 5 hour public adjuster law and ethics update. Public adjusters will become more familiar with all laws and administrative regulations that apply to their license as outlined in rule 69B-228-180 FAC and in form DFS-H202-2081. The full course will provide an overview of how the insurance industry is regulated in Florida while taking an in-depth review of insurance laws and ethical standards necessary to practice. We will specifically target regulatory awareness (statutes and rules) and follow with insurance law and updates, ethical requirements and disciplinary and industry trends.
SIMSOL SOFTWARE TRAINING COURSE PART TWO
IMPROVING YOUR ESTIMATING SKILLS - TIPS AND TRICKS
Faculty: Danny Sutliff |
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2:50 PM - 3:00 PM
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Break
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3:00 PM - 3:50 PM
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Public Adjuster 5 Hour Law and Ethics – Hour 5
(You must pre-register for this course due to limited seating)
This course is designed to fulfill all obligations and ethical requirements under the required 5 hour public adjuster law and ethics update. Public adjusters will become more familiar with all laws and administrative regulations that apply to their license as outlined in rule 69B-228-180 FAC and in form DFS-H202-2081. The full course will provide an overview of how the insurance industry is regulated in Florida while taking an in-depth review of insurance laws and ethical standards necessary to practice. We will specifically target regulatory awareness (statutes and rules) and follow with insurance law and updates, ethical requirements and disciplinary and industry trends.
COURSE TO BE ANNOUNCED
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3:50 PM
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End of Conference
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