Disaster Relief Programs

Mediators & Arbitrators

Panelists You Can Trust

The AAA assembles and vets mediators and arbitrators specifically for disaster relief programs, aligning their expertise with the requirements set by the entities appointing AAA as the ADR provider. Panelists selected are highly experienced professionals committed to neutrality and fairness.

Disaster Relief Expertise

Benefits

Proven Experience: Successfully resolved tens of thousands of disaster-related claims across the U.S.

Customized Solutions: Programs tailored to quickly meet the unique needs of each disaster and impacted region.

Neutral Administration: Trusted by states, insurers, and claimants for impartial claims resolution.

Highly Skilled Mediators and Arbitrators: Trained professionals who foster equitable solutions during times of crisis.

Notable Disaster Relief Programs

Programs

The AAA has been a trusted partner in resolving disaster claims for several high-profile events.

Programs

Storm Sandy - New York

Managed a New York State-mandated mediation program that resolved 3,360 claims with a 63% settlement rate.

Storm Sandy - New Jersey

Facilitated a New Jersey-mandated program that resolved 991 claims with a 67% settlement rate.

Hurricanes Katrina and Rita - Louisiana and Mississippi

Administered catastrophe claims programs for Louisiana and Mississippi, resolving 17,831 cases with a 76% settlement rate.

Hurricane Andrew - Florida

Oversaw a Florida-mandated program that achieved a 92% settlement rate for over 2,500 claims.

Case studies

North Carolina Disaster Mediation Program

In collaboration with the North Carolina Department of Insurance, the AAA offers an ongoing mediation program that can be quickly mobilized following a state- or federally-declared disaster. This program has maintained a consistently high settlement rate.

Visit the North Carolina Disaster Mediation Page

Expert Resources to Navigate Disaster Relief

Resource library

2024 Disaster Relief Infographic

Mass Claims ADR Programs and Federal ADR Programs

A Guide to AAA Disaster Recovery Claims Mediation Procedures

AAA Claims Programs Services

Disaster Relief Claims Resolution Services

California-specific Hardship Waivers

Hardship Waivers for Individuals

Hardship Waivers for Small Business

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S. Pierre Paret

Vice President of Government Relations