adjuster
Americannoun
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a person or thing that adjusts.
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an insurance company representative who investigates claims and makes settlement recommendations based on the estimate of the damages and the company's liability.
Other Word Forms
- nonadjuster noun
Etymology
Origin of adjuster
Example Sentences
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Dominick Perrotta, an insurance adjuster who cared for his dying mom, repeated this mantra every time a negative thought popped into his head: “This is not helpful.”
It is also seeking documents that govern the company’s claims-handling practices, its policies regarding adjusters and its use of artificial intelligence, among other issues.
From Los Angeles Times
Bob Devereux, a State Farm spokesperson, said the insurer has handled more than 13,500 claims and paid almost $5 billion to January wildfire victims, with nearly 200 claim adjusters still on the ground.
From Los Angeles Times
Challenges with extensive itemization lists, lowball estimates, poor communication and changes with adjusters are major factors for customers.
From Los Angeles Times
He couldn’t get ahold of his insurance adjuster, so he searched for phone numbers of company executives.
From Los Angeles Times
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