Allen Bucknell

About Allen Bucknell

Allen Bucknell is an insurance law attorney at Breyer Law Office PC serving clients in Phoenix, Arizona. Arizona insurance law is codified in Title 20 of the Arizona Revised Statutes and overseen by the Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions, covering bad-faith claims handling under Noble v. National American Life, coverage disputes, agent and broker liability, and the state's Unfair Claims Settlement Practices regulations. Contact details appear below.

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• Law School: U of Illinois

Common questions about Insurance Law in Arizona

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How long do I have to file an insurance claim in Arizona?

Depends on the policy and the type of claim. Most insurance policies require prompt notice of claim - often within 30-60 days of the loss - and many establish contractual limitation periods (commonly 1-2 years for bringing suit). Arizona's general written-contract statute of limitations is 6 years (ARS § 12-548), but policy provisions setting shorter limits are typically enforceable if reasonable.

What does the Arizona Department of Insurance regulate?

The Arizona Department of Insurance and Financial Institutions (DIFI), formerly the Department of Insurance, regulates licensed insurers, agents, and adjusters under ARS Title 20. Functions include licensing, financial solvency oversight, market conduct exams, consumer complaints, and rate and form filings. DIFI does not adjudicate individual coverage disputes but does investigate complaints and can sanction insurers for unfair practices.

Does Arizona require uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage?

Insurers must offer UM/UIM coverage under ARS § 20-259.01 but the policyholder may reject it in writing. UM covers damages caused by an at-fault driver who has no insurance; UIM covers cases where the at-fault driver's coverage is insufficient. Given that an estimated 12% of Arizona drivers are uninsured and many more carry only $25K minimums, UM/UIM is among the most valuable optional coverages.

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