A number of insurance companies have recently entered into reinsurance agreements with National Indemnity Company (“NICO”), a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. When this occurs – and the arrangements do not require the consent of policyholders – the policyholders unexpectedly find themselves involved with NICO and/or its “affiliated claims adjuster,” Resolute Management, Inc. (“Resolute”). But, what happens when a policyholder disagrees with NICO’s and/or Resolute’s approach to adjusting, defending, or resolving claims?
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