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KEY TN INSURANCE STATUTES

The Tennessee Laws That Govern Your Claim

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

TN Code §56-7-105

25% Bad Faith Penalty + Attorney Fees

If a Tennessee insurer refuses to pay a loss in bad faith, the court may award up to 25% of the liability for loss plus reasonable attorney's fees. This applies when the refusal to pay is found to be in bad faith and without reasonable cause.

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Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.08(1)

60-Day Payment Deadline

Tennessee insurers must pay or deny a property claim within 60 days after receipt of proof of loss. Total loss claims under Tennessee's valued policy law should be paid within 30-60 days.

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Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.10(1)(b)

Replacement Cost Matching

Tennessee requires insurers to replace items that do not match in quality, color, or size to conform to a reasonably uniform appearance. Critical for roofing, siding, and flooring supplement requests.

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TN Code §§56-6-901 to 56-6-920

Public Adjuster Licensing & Tiered Fee Caps

Tennessee has a comprehensive public adjuster licensing law with tiered fee caps: 15% before insurer's offer, 25% of increase after offer, 10% for total loss/catastrophe/first 12 months. $50,000 bond required.

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Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.04(15)

Proof of Loss Requirements

Tennessee defines proof of loss as written proofs or other reasonable evidence of the claim required from insureds. A properly executed proof of loss starts the 60-day payment deadline.

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TN DOCUMENT GENERATORS

6 Document Types for Tennessee Claims

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

Scope of Loss Report

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

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Demand Letter

Formal demand citing Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.08(1) with a 60-day payment deadline and bad faith language.

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Bad Faith Demand

TN Code §56-7-105 bad faith demand — 25% penalty on liability for loss plus attorney fees.

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Proof of Loss

Sworn statement meeting Tennessee requirements under Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.04(15), starts the 60-day clock.

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Supplement Request

Supplement citing Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.10(1)(b) matching requirement for roofing, siding, and flooring.

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Claim Timeline

Chronological record tracking Tennessee carrier response deadlines for TDCI complaints and mediation.

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WHY TN ADJUSTERS USE THIS TOOL

Tennessee-Specific Documents That Carriers Take Seriously

The Tennessee TDCI mediation unit returned $17.54 million to consumers in 2024 after resolving policyholder complaints — evidence of how frequently carriers underpay claims in the state. With tornado, hail, and severe weather claims common across Tennessee, public adjusters need documents that cite TN Code §56-7-105 and apply the right statutory pressure.

  • Every document cites TN Code §56-7-105 — 25% bad faith penalty plus attorney fees.
  • Generate a complete, carrier-ready document in 90 seconds — not 90 minutes.
  • Xactimate line items, Nashville and Memphis pricing, and Tennessee-specific matching requirement language built in.
  • Used by licensed Tennessee public adjusters handling tornado, hail, wind, and severe weather claims statewide.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Tennessee Insurance Claim FAQ

How long does a Tennessee insurance company have to pay a claim?

Under Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.08(1), a Tennessee insurer must pay or deny a property claim within 60 days after receipt of proof of loss. Total loss claims under Tennessee's valued policy law should be paid within 30-60 days.

What is the bad faith penalty under Tennessee Code §56-7-105?

Under TN Code §56-7-105, if a Tennessee insurer refuses to pay a loss in bad faith, the court may award up to 25% of the liability for loss plus reasonable attorney's fees. This applies when the refusal to pay is found to be in bad faith and without reasonable cause.

What are the fee caps for public adjusters in Tennessee?

Tennessee has a tiered fee cap system under TN Code §§56-6-901 to 56-6-920. If hired before an insurer's offer, the fee cannot exceed 15% of the total settlement. If hired after an offer, the limit is 25% of the increase only. For total-loss claims with 100% mortgage, catastrophic disaster claims, and claims in the first 12 months, the cap is 10%.

Does Tennessee require insurers to match materials for repairs?

Yes. Under Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.10(1)(b), insurers must replace items that do not match in quality, color, or size to conform to a reasonably uniform appearance. This is particularly important for roofing, siding, and flooring claims where partial replacement would create visible mismatches.

What types of claims do Tennessee public adjusters handle most?

Tennessee public adjusters primarily handle tornado, hail, wind, and severe thunderstorm claims, as well as fire and water damage. The Tennessee TDCI mediation unit returned $17.54 million to consumers in 2024 — evidence of how frequently carriers underpay claims in the state.

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

You can file a complaint with the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance at tn.gov/commerce. The TDCI's mediation unit actively resolves policyholder disputes. A formal Claim Timeline documenting every carrier communication and missed deadline is essential evidence for a TDCI complaint or bad faith lawsuit under TN Code §56-7-105.

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