Unfair Insurance Trade Practices and Unfair Claims Settlement Practices: Fundamentals of NAIC Model Acts

Summary

This practice note outlines the fundamentals of both the Unfair Insurance Trade Practices Model Act, NAIC Model Laws, Regulations and Guidelines 880-1, and the Unfair Claims Settlement Practices Model Acts, NAIC Model Laws, Regulations and Guidelines 900-1, both promulgated by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC). The discussion also delves into the genesis and historical precursors, specifics, differences, similarities, and intended purposes of each Model Act. How these provisions operate, and the potential consequences of violations are also addressed.