LAC 37:XIII.16309. Designation of a Catastrophe/Emergency

A. Insurers shall be authorized to utilize catastrophe adjusters in the event of emergencies declared by the governor of this state pursuant to R.S. 29:724 and for any other event which the commissioner has determined to have caused widespread property damage or loss. B. If not otherwise declared by the governor or determined by the commissioner, an insurer may request that the commissioner authorize the use of catastrophe adjusters by making a written request to the commissioner. C. The written request shall include the date, geographic area within the state and a description of the event along with any factors which the insurer believes justifies such a declaration. D. Upon approval of the catastrophe/emergency by the commissioner, the event shall be entered in the Louisiana Department of Insurance on-line system for registration of catastrophe adjusters.