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Andelena Pinkerton-Patricio v. USAA Casualty Insurance Company

Held June 17, 2009 – Docket No. INS-09-2054
Decision Issued: June 18, 2009

The insured requested a hearing regarding the nonrenewal of her homeowners policy due to her claims history. The insurer did not appear at the hearing, nor was a sworn statement submitted in lieu of appearance.

Held: For the insured. The Maine Property Insurance Cancellation Control Act requires the insurer to establish the proof or evidence of its reason for nonrenewal. As the company failed to do so, the company has not established adequate grounds for nonrenewal of the policy.