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(a) An independent adjuster must be honest and fair in all communications with the insured, the insurer, and the public.
(b) An independent adjuster must give policyholders and claimants prompt, knowledgeable service and courteous, fair, and objective treatment at all times.
(c) An independent adjuster must not give legal advice and must not deal directly with any policyholder or claimant who is represented by legal counsel without the consent for the legal counsel involved.
(d) An independent adjuster must comply with all local, state, and federal privacy and information security laws, if applicable.
(e) An independent adjuster must identify as an independent adjuster and, if applicable, identify the independent adjuster's employer when dealing with any policyholder or claimant.
(f) An independent adjuster must not have any financial interest in any adjustment or acquire for the independent adjuster or any person any interest or title in salvage, without first receiving written authority from the principal.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Minnesota Statutes Insurance (Ch. 59A-79a) § 72B.106. Standards of conduct of independent adjusters - last updated January 01, 2023 | https://codes.findlaw.com/mn/insurance-ch-59a-79a/mn-st-sect-72b-106/
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