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State's Largest Insurer Reports More than 600 Claims Caused By Overnight Storm

Atlanta, GA, April 5, 2011—As of 11:00 a.m. Tuesday morning, State Farm®, Georgia's largest home and auto insurance company, is reporting more than 600 weather related claims from the overnight storm. The damage to homes, businesses and automobiles is scattered across the state.

State Farm claim representatives are already on the ground throughout the state of Georgia inspecting damage, assisting agents, and taking care of policyholders. Storm damage victims are encouraged to make temporary repairs to prevent further damage and to save their receipts. State Farm policyholders are asked to call their agent or 1-(800)-SF-CLAIM (1-800-732-5246) in order to report damage. They can also visit www.statefarm.com.

Helpful Information

• Work with your insurance agent or claims adjustor to fully understand the claims process.
• Choose a reputable roofing contractor. Look for a licensed or bonded roofer and request references. Not all jurisdictions require licensing of roofing contractors. Ask to see certificates of insurance to be sure both liability and workers compensation insurance coverage is carried, and are in force during the time the roofing work is being done.
• You may also contact your local Better Business Bureau or the National Roofing Contractors Association for assistance in locating a professional contractor in a specific geographic area.
• If anyone visits your home without an appointment and professes to represent your insurer, or to be there at the request of your insurer, ask for identification and contact your insurer to confirm before allowing access.
• State Farm customers who have reported a loss can expect to be contacted by a claim representative who will review your policy and explain your coverage, outline the claim process and answer questions.

Contact

Roszell Gadson, Public Affairs Specialists, (770) 418-5940.

About State Farm®

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