Covered or Not Covered: Does your Insurance Covers These Classic Holiday Mishaps?

Contact your Legal Resources Plan Attorney to review insurance documents before an issue arises.

While roasting chestnuts over an open fire you accidentally burn down your house…COVERED.

Standard homeowners policies cover damage due to fire.

Your impressive outdoor light display catches your trees and bushes on fire…COVERED.

Trees, plants, and shrubs are covered under standard homeowners insurance when damaged by fire.

You pour the grease from your fried turkey down the drain and your sewer backs up…NOT COVERED.

Most homeowners insurance does not cover damage caused by sewage backup.

A squirrel jumps out of your Christmas tree and your dog chases it and destroys your belongings…NOT COVERED.

A standard policy does not cover damage caused by rodents (what the squirrel is) and domestic animals such as dogs and cats. However, it will provide protection from damage caused by a wild animal – such as a reindeer.

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