Adjuster (Noun)
Meaning
One who investigates insurance claims or claims for damages and recommends an effective settlement.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The insurance company hired an adjuster to investigate the claim and determine a fair settlement amount.
- As an adjuster, she spent most of her time evaluating damages and negotiating with policyholders.
- The adjuster's report indicated that the repairs would cost significantly more than initially estimated.
- The claimant was unhappy with the adjuster's offer and requested a second opinion from a different representative.
- After assessing the damage, the adjuster made a recommendation to the insurance company to cover 80% of the costs.