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KEY AR INSURANCE STATUTES

The Arkansas Laws That Govern Your Claim

Every document generated by PublicAdjusterTool cites the exact Arkansas statute that applies to your claim type.

A.C.A. §23-79-208(a)(1)

12% Bad Faith Penalty + Attorney Fees

If an Arkansas insurer fails to pay a loss within the policy's specified time after demand, the policyholder is entitled to a 12% penalty on the amount of the loss plus reasonable attorney's fees.

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23 CAR §15-107

15-Day Accept/Deny Deadline

Arkansas insurers must advise the first-party claimant of acceptance or denial within 15 working days after receiving properly executed proof of loss. If accepted, payment must be made within 5 business days.

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AR Code §23-85-112

90-Day Proof of Loss Requirement

Written proof of loss must be furnished to the insurer within 90 days after the date of loss. A properly executed proof of loss starts the payment clock and creates bad faith exposure if ignored.

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AR Code §23-79-203

Right to Jury Trial

Arkansas voids any policy provision that deprives the insured of the right to a trial by jury on questions of fact. Binding arbitration clauses in Arkansas insurance policies are generally unenforceable.

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AR Code §23-47-510

Replacement Cost Coverage

Arkansas law does not limit a mortgagor's right to purchase replacement cost coverage on mortgaged property. RCV entitlement is a key supplement request argument.

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AR DOCUMENT GENERATORS

6 Document Types for Arkansas Claims

Each document is pre-loaded with Arkansas statute citations, carrier deadlines, and penalty language.

Scope of Loss Report

Itemized damage estimate with Xactimate codes and Arkansas RCV calculations for tornado, hail, and wind claims.

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Demand Letter

Formal demand citing 23 CAR §15-107 with a 15-working-day accept/deny deadline and 5-day payment language.

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Bad Faith Demand

A.C.A. §23-79-208 bad faith demand — 12% penalty on the amount of loss plus attorney fees.

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Proof of Loss

Sworn statement meeting Arkansas 90-day requirement under AR Code §23-85-112, starts the payment clock.

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Supplement Request

Supplement letter citing AR Code §23-47-510 RCV entitlement for newly discovered tornado or hail damage.

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Claim Timeline

Chronological record tracking 23 CAR §15-107 carrier response deadlines for AID complaints.

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WHY AR ADJUSTERS USE THIS TOOL

Arkansas-Specific Documents That Carriers Take Seriously

Arkansas has one of the fastest claim response deadlines in the country — insurers must accept or deny within 15 working days and pay within 5 business days of acceptance. With tornado, hail, and severe weather claims common across the state, Arkansas policyholders need documents that cite A.C.A. §23-79-208 and apply the right statutory pressure.

  • Every document cites A.C.A. §23-79-208 — 12% bad faith penalty plus attorney fees.
  • Generate a complete, carrier-ready document in 90 seconds — not 90 minutes.
  • Xactimate line items, Little Rock and Fort Smith pricing, and Arkansas-specific bad faith language built in.
  • Used by Arkansas policyholders and attorneys handling tornado, hail, wind, and severe weather claims statewide.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Arkansas Insurance Claim FAQ

How long does an Arkansas insurance company have to pay a claim?

Under Arkansas Code of Rules (23 CAR §15-107), an insurer must advise the first-party claimant of acceptance or denial within 15 working days after receiving properly executed proof of loss. If accepted, payment must be made within 5 business days.

What is the bad faith penalty under Arkansas Code §23-79-208?

Under A.C.A. §23-79-208(a)(1), if an insurer fails to pay a loss within the policy's specified time after demand, the policyholder is entitled to a 12% penalty on the amount of the loss plus reasonable attorney's fees. Common law bad faith may also lead to compensatory and punitive damages.

Does Arkansas have licensed public adjusters?

Arkansas does not maintain a separate public adjuster license category. Policyholders in Arkansas who need professional claim representation typically work with licensed attorneys or use the appraisal process provided in their policy. The Arkansas Insurance Department can assist with carrier complaints.

What is the proof of loss requirement in Arkansas?

Under AR Code §23-85-112, written proof of loss must be furnished to the insurer within 90 days after the date of loss. A properly executed proof of loss starts the payment clock and creates clear bad faith exposure if the insurer ignores it.

Can an Arkansas insurance policy take away my right to a jury trial?

No. Under AR Code §23-79-203, any policy provision that deprives the insured of the right to a trial by jury on questions of fact is void. This means binding arbitration clauses in Arkansas insurance policies are generally unenforceable.

How do I file a complaint against my insurance company in Arkansas?

You can file a complaint with the Arkansas Insurance Department at insurance.arkansas.gov. A formal Claim Timeline documenting every carrier communication, missed deadline, and underpayment is essential evidence for a department complaint or bad faith lawsuit under A.C.A. §23-79-208.

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