Mid-Valley Claims Association News Network - April 2015

Mid-Valley Claims Association News Network

April 2015 Volume XXII • Number IV

Serving MVCA Since 1994

www.MidValleyClaims.org

Environmental Testing, Drug Lab Sampling and Managing Asbestos Clean-up at April 17 MVCA Join the MVCA for our next luncheon meeting of the year

Friday

April 17, 2015 Robert Marty & William Little Advanced GeoEnvironmental, Inc.

50th annual

MVCA Golf Tournament Friday, July 10, 2015

at

Pa pa pa v lo’s

Mediterranean Bistro

501 N. Lincoln Center, Stockton - see page 5

Register and/or Sign-Up to Sponsor NOW! - see back page

Mid-Valley Claims Association

2015 Membership Drive Is ON! Join NOW at: www.MidValleyClaims.org

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Your 2015 Mid-Valley Claims Association Board of Directors 2015 OFFICERS

PRESIDENT

VICE PRESIDENT

SECRETARY

Norman-Spencer Agency, Inc.

Frontier Adjusters

Royalty Restoration Services

(209) 478-1422

(209) 529-3110

Centralcalclaims@aol.com

gbishop613@comcast.net

Staci Moreno

(209) 946-6674 StaciMoreno@Norman-Spencer.com

Sherry Wenograd

Gaye Bishop

TREASURER & PAST PRESIDENT (209) 603-5006 midvalleyclaims@gmail.com

2015 BOARD MEMBERS Bob Bishop

Private Investigator

Danielle Dynes Sams & Associates

DeeDee Hintze

Restoration Mgmt Co.

Katie Howard

Sierra Env. Testing & Consulting, Inc.

Deena Lucero

Frontier Adjusters

John Tucker

York Claims Services, Inc.

Marvin Wenograd Frontier Adjusters

MVCA Rep to the Claims Conference of Northern California DeeDee Hintze & Katie Howard

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Mid-Valley Claims Association News Network • April 2015

Mid-Valley Claims

Association April 2015

Volume XXII • Number IV

2 - 2015 MVCA Officers & Board of Directors 3 - April 2015 MVCA President’s Message 4 - 2015 Upcoming MVCA Events 5 - Environmental Testing, Drug Lab Sampling and Managing

Asbestos Clean-up at April 17, 2015 MVCA luncheon

6 - MVCAAN Services Directory

- AssnNewsNetwork Job Connection

7 - Recertification at March luncheon meeting draws a crowd 8 - 50th Annual MVCA Golf Tournament Sponsorship form

Tremendous Turn-Out for March MVCA Recertification!

Thanks to all who attended last month’s meeting. We had a great turnout for our Annual “Fair Claims Settlement Practices Act” Certification presentation, given by Attorney Mark Berry of Mayall Hurley Knutsen Smith & Green. We appreciate Mr. Berry returning to the Mid Valley Claims Association for this annual recertification seminar. Attorney Berry has given his presentation to our association for more than 10 years, keeping us current to the states regulations.

Berry stated “we should all know what is required of us as this is nothing new”. The regulations have been set forth for a number of years. In closing Attorney Mark Berry repeatedly stated “always follow your company’s guidelines and to treat each claim as if they were your own”.

This month, we have a new and exciting presentation. We welcome guest speakers, Robert Marty and William Little, of Advanced GeoEnvironmental, Inc. Mr. Marty will be speaking on various issues relating to environmental testing and drug lab sampling as well as managing asbestos clean-up. This is sure to be a presentation you won’t want to miss.

The Mid-Valley Claims Association’s 50th Annual Golf Tournament is underway. Please be on the look out for the event flyer. There are still sponsorships available. This year’s theme is “Rockin Around 18 Holes” bringing you back to those Fabulous 50’s.

I look forward to seeing you all on April 17th.

Staci Moreno

2015 Mid-Valley Claims Association President Boat & Yacht Claims Manager Norman-Spencer Agency, Inc. Marine Insurance Services StaciMoreno@Norman-Spencer.com Direct:(800) 633-8606 ext.1380 Fax: (209) 466-0260

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MVCA Updates at: www.MidValleyClaims.org

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Mid-Valley Claims Association News Network • April 2015 Luncheon meetings are held the THIRD FRIDAY of each month at Papapavlo’s in Stockton, except where indicated.

Upcoming Events

Mark Your Calendar Now:

2015 CCNC Planning Under Way - "Hot August Claims!"

In the long-standing tradition of the CCNC, the 22nd annual event will focus on continuing education for P&C Insurance Claims Professionals.

"We are changing things up just a bit," stated 2015 CCNC President, Jack Corry.

"Our theme, 'Hot August Claims!' is a nod to what has become our own Northern California classic. We plan to dazzle a bit, while providing exceptional continuing eduction accredited tracks for Liability/Casualty and Property Claims professionals."

The main two-day event, Tuesday, August 11th and Wednesday, August 12th promises a wide array of activities both familiar and new.

It's never too early to get attendee registration set-up. Attendee Registration is open at this time.

Exhibit booths for the tradeshow portion of the event are now officially available to returning Exhibitors for first rights.

Very soon we will open the field up to newcomers, as well.

Numerous Sponsorship opportunities are currently available for purchase, with those spoken for last year being held for first rights to returning sponsors for a limited time. www.ClaimsConference.org

Friday, April 17, 2015

Luncheon Meeting Environmental Testing, Drug Lab Sampling and Managing Asbestos Clean-Up

Robert E. Marty & William Little Advanced GeoEnvironmental, Inc.

Friday, March 15, 2015 Luncheon Meeting - speaker tba

Friday, July 17, 2015

Annual Mid-Valley Golf Tournament!

“Rockin’ Around 18 Holes” - see back page

Tues-Wed, Aug 11-12, 2015

22nd Annual Claims Conference of Northern California

“Hot August Claims”

www.ClaimsConference.org

Friday, September 18, 2015 Luncheon Meeting

Friday, October 16, 2015 Luncheon Meeting

Friday, November 20, 2015 Luncheon Meeting

Friday, December 18, 2015 Holiday Luncheon party

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Environmental Testing, Drug Lab Sampling and Managing Asbestos Clean-up at April 17 MVCA Join the MVCA in welcoming April 17, 2015 luncheon guest speakers Mr. Robert Marty and William Little, of Advanced GeoEnvironmental, Inc. The duo will address issues related to environmental testing, drug lab sampling, and managing asbestos clean-up. Their qualifications and expertise are extensive: ROBERT E. MARTY President/Chief Financial Officer

EDUCATION: B.Sc. Geology - University of California, Davis, 1990 PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION

Registered Environmental Property Assessor No. 401130 (NREP) Certified Erosion and Sediment Control Lead No. 63231 (NETC)

Mr. Marty is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Corporation ands well as participant in the design and implementation of various remediation systems. He has extensive experience with soil and groundwater mitigation techniques, including soil vapor extraction, air sparging and bioremediation. Additionally, he has co-designed several proprietary ozone injection systems. Mr. Marty has also performed numerous mold inspections and clandestine methamphetamine laboratory investigations.

WILLIAM R. LITTLE Senior Project Geologist

EDUCATION: B.Sc. Geology - California State University, Chico, 1994 PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATION

California Registered Geologist No. 7473

Washington Licensed Geologist No. 2778 Oregon Registered Geologist No. G2254

Mr. Little has extensive experience designing and implementing sampling programs, evaluating data and report preparation. In addition, he coordinates removal of underground storage tanks, designs and performs site characterization and assessment investigations, and designs and implements remedial action plans. Furthermore, Mr. Little is in charge of technical protocol for AGE, providing professional review of all reports, work plans, etc. Mr. Little utilizes his extensive experience with GC/MS, ICAP-GF and IC analytical equipment and methods to evaluate analytical methods and data quality. He has also served as both expert and percipient witness in many litigation cases.

Join MVCA Friday

April 17, 2015

For our next luncheon of the year as we welcome

Robert Marty & William Little Advanced GeoEnvironmental, Inc. at

Pa pa pa v lo’s

Mediterranean Bistro

501 N. Lincoln Center, Stockton

Purchase your monthly lunch, and pay your annual membership dues online, directly, at: www.MidValleyClaims.org Choice of Luncheon Entree Served

Just $22 for paid 2015 Members $28 for Non-Members or No Reservations Or, for payment by cash or check at the door, please make your reservations now with 2015 MVCA Treasurer Deena Lucero: 209-603-5006, or midvalleyclaims@gmail.com

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CONTRACTORS - ELECTRICAL

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AMERICAN TECHNOLOGIES, INC. - Barry Metcalf 8440 Elder Creek Road bmetcalf@amer-tech.com • (916) 388-2440 Sacramento, CA 95828 Fax (916) 388-2445 BELFOR USA - Grant Cody 3132 Dwight Rd Ste 300 (209) 339-4301 • Fax (209) 339-4302 Elk Grove, CA 95758 grant.cody@us.belfor.com ROYALTY RESTORATION SERVICES - Kevin Messer/Gaye Bishop 1331 Granite Lane kevin@royaltycleaning.com • (209) 529-3110 Modesto, CA 95351 Fax (209) 529-3187 SERVPRO OF STOCKTON - Jackie Irrgang 2334 Stagecoach Rd., Ste J jackie@servpro9332.com • (209) 477-3090 Stockton, CA 95215 Fax (209) 463-6944

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Mid-Valley Claims Association News Network • April 2015

Fair Claims Settlement Practices Act Regs Recertification Draws a Crowd at March MVCA

By Lynna Harrison

The Mid Valley Claims Association featured the return attorney Mark Berry, of Mayall, Hurley, Smith & Green, for his yearly Recertification Seminar at the March 20, 2015 gathering at Papapavlo’s in Stockton.

The Luncheon was well-attended by a rather friendly crowd. Mr. Berry's introduction remarks were "the good news is there are no substantial changes".

All Claims people must re-certify themselves annually that they have read and understand the requirements of the California Insurance Code, Sections 2695.1 through 2594.14, relative to Code Section 790-03(h).

Mr. Berry gave a very thorough presentation, with slides on the regulations. He was able to highlight many of the potential pitfalls claims people often incur; while focusing on important time lines that must be met, and properly informing claiments/insureds of their rights and ability to contact CDI directly.

He advised the audience to "always follow your company guidelines and treat the claim as if it were your own”.

Past President of Mid Valley Claims, Sherry Wenograd, of Frontier Adjusters, personally thanked Mark for the last ten years of his dedication to serve the Mid Valley Claims Association.

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