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Gulf Press > Gulf > UAE > Two months later, claims for record rains in the UAE are still being filed
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Two months later, claims for record rains in the UAE are still being filed

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Last updated: 2024/06/19 at 2:54 AM
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The UAE experienced its heaviest rain in 75 years in April which resulted in a large number of insurance claims, both small and large, that remain pending. Industry executives have disclosed that disputes are arising due to claims, especially related to big sums, as many cars were written off due to being submerged in the floods. Settlement of small claims related to floods in the UAE is still ongoing with a substantial number of claims still being filed. Insurers are still settling small claims pertaining to the rains that hit the UAE in April.

Despite insurers expediting claim approvals, the sheer number of vehicles needing repairs has led to extended waiting times at garages. Disputes have also emerged over huge insurance claims, especially related to construction and property damage, as well as customers failing to comply with criteria related to driving in flooded areas. Insurers are stringent about driving through floodwaters, which is considered a contravention of safe driving practices and can void insurance coverage. Disputes mainly revolve around the cause and timing of the vehicle damage.

Heavy rainfall caused severe damage, potentially leading to lawsuits against building experts for concerns such as flooding and structural deficits. Large-scale claims disputes included construction-related matters such as structural flaws, poor drainage, and design and supervision shortcomings. Misunderstandings regarding coverage between comprehensive and third-party plans are another reason why insurers are rejecting claims. Disputes are arising around large car claims as insurance companies dispute whether the rain was the sole cause of damage, citing pre-existing conditions like rust, dents, or mechanical issues.

Reasons leading to disputes include failure on the part of policyholders to share proper documentation to support their claims and disagreements over the extent of damage. Insurers are vigilant in investigating whether vehicles were intentionally driven through flooded streets, especially for large claims. Disagreements frequently arise when insured parties contest insurers’ investigations, arguing that the damage occurred under unavoidable circumstances or was not directly linked to their driving decisions during the rainfall. Insurers are denying claims when customers fail to comply with certain criteria, such as driving through flooded areas.

The processing of insurance claims related to the April rains in the UAE is moving forward, but a record-breaking number of claims, repair workshop overload, claim verification, damage assessment, parts unavailability, and potential coverage disputes are causing delays. Insurers are rejecting claims based on policy exclusions, such as driving through flooded areas deemed unsafe or ignoring warnings. Disagreements over the extent of damage and pre-existing conditions like rust, dents, or mechanical issues are also leading to disputes. Overall, the insurance industry in the UAE is tackling the challenges posed by the aftermath of the record rains.

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