Common use of Claims Investigation Clause in Contracts

Claims Investigation. A. Complete initial investigation answering questions such as who, what, where, when and why. Investigations shall be completed within forty-five (45) days of the Member’s knowledge of claim, including statements from participants and witnesses, appropriate official reports, investigative reports, site inspections, relevant documents and photos/videos. B. Identify liability issues, including immunities, comparative negligence, joint tortfeasors and joint and several liability. C. Initiate the development of information on damages including, but not limited to: 1. Property damage 2. Nature and extent of injuries 3. Medical costs (billed and paid) 4. Lost wages (past and future) 5. Other economic damages 6. Non-economic damages D. Obtain and review relevant contracts and insurance documents, to determine whether there is any sharing or complete transfer of the risk. 1. Hold-harmless and/or indemnity agreements 2. Additional insured requirements E. Ensure proper preservation of evidence.

Claims Investigation. A. Complete initial investigation answering questions such as who, what, where, when and why. Investigations shall be completed within forty-five (45) days of the MemberParticipant’s knowledge of claim, including statements from participants and witnesses, appropriate official reports, investigative reports, site inspections, relevant documents and photos/videos. B. Identify liability issues, including immunities, comparative negligence, joint tortfeasors and joint and several liability. C. Initiate the development of information on damages including, but not limited to: 1. Property damage 2. Nature and extent of injuries 3. Medical costs (billed and paid) 4. Lost wages (past and future) 5. Other economic damages 6. Non-economic damages D. Obtain and review relevant contracts and insurance documents, to determine whether there is any sharing or complete transfer of the risk. 1. Hold-harmless and/or indemnity agreements 2. Additional insured requirements E. Ensure proper preservation of evidence. F. Evaluate the need to utilize experts.