. An insured dies in a fire at his/her home caused by careless smoking. What action will the insurer of the dwelling take?   Deny the loss to building and contents as the insured caused the fire. Pay the loss to the building and contents to the insured's estate. Pay the building and contents loss into Court in trust. Be unable to pay the property loss as the named insured is no longer available to sign the proof of loss.

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Chapter15: Property Transactions: Nontaxable Exchanges
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. An insured dies in a fire at his/her home caused by careless smoking. What action will the insurer of the dwelling take?

 

  • Deny the loss to building and contents as the insured caused the fire.
  • Pay the loss to the building and contents to the insured's estate.
  • Pay the building and contents loss into Court in trust.
  • Be unable to pay the property loss as the named insured is no longer available to sign the proof of loss.
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