LOS ANGELES, Aug. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Economic Recovery Center, in collaboration with WorldClaim, is urging wildfire victims to take proactive steps now to ensure they receive the full value of their insurance benefits.
The recent California wildfires have left thousands of property owners grappling with not only the devastating loss of their homes, businesses, and possessions, but also the complex and often overwhelming process of filing and pursuing insurance claims.
While California is a pro-policyholder state offering robust consumer protections, the claims process remains full of challenges. Strict deadlines, intricate policy language, and technical requirements can place your recovery at risk- especially if your losses are not thoroughly documented and strategically presented.
Why Many Wildfire Victims Are Underpaid
Even with California’s favorable legal protections, policyholders frequently receive settlements far below the actual cost to rebuild, repair, or replace losses. Common pitfalls include:
- Incomplete Damage Documentation – Hidden or secondary damage often goes unnoticed or unclaimed.
- Misunderstanding Coverage Terms – Valuable benefits may be overlooked due to complex policy language.
- Missed Additional Coverages – Ordinance or Law (code upgrades) and Additional Living Expenses are often under-claimed or improperly supported.
- Low Initial Assessments – Insurers’ early estimates often omit significant costs and long-term recovery needs.
The Role of a Public Adjuster
A licensed Public Adjuster works exclusively for the policyholder—not the insurance company. The WorldClaim team provides:
- Comprehensive Damage Assessment – Identifying and documenting all aspects of loss, including structural, contents, and business interruption.
- Expert Claim Preparation – Producing detailed repair estimates, inventory lists, and proof-of-loss documentation.
- Direct Negotiation – Advocating with your insurer for a fair and complete settlement.
- Deadline & Compliance Management – Tracking and meeting all policy and legal timelines under California law.
WorldClaim operates on a contingency fee basis, only being compensated when you are paid, ensuring our goals are directly aligned with yours.
Free Claim & Policy Review for Wildfire Victims
To assist wildfire victims during this critical time, WorldClaim is offering a no-cost, no-obligation claim and policy review, which includes:
- Coverage verification
- Assessment of claim documentation
- Identification of additional entitlements
- A clear roadmap for next steps in the recovery process
Remember: Your insurance company has an adjuster working for them – you deserve one working for you.
Economic Recovery Center’s collaboration with WorldClaim
Economic Recovery Center (ERC) in conjunction with WorldClaim, a nationally recognized and licensed Public Adjusting firm, is providing expert-level claims advocacy to California policyholders. Through this collaboration, ERC connects homeowners and businesses to WorldClaim’s licensed adjusters, ensuring claims are reviewed, documented, and negotiated at the highest professional standard. While ERC focuses on community outreach, disaster recovery education, and financial navigation, WorldClaim brings decades of licensed adjusting experience to secure fair and complete insurance settlements. Together, the two organizations provide a powerful blend of advocacy and expertise designed to protect policyholders and maximize recovery when it matters most.
Contact: Economic Recovery Center
Call: 385-376-2372
Email: [email protected]
Visit: www.economicrecoverycenter.com/public-adjusting
SOURCE Economic Recovery Center
