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Move Over!
Towing Rates, Liens, and
The California “Move Over” Law
Join The Sacramento Claims Association
in welcoming
November 13, 2014
Guest Speaker
Larry Muzamel
Executive Director
California Tow Truck Association
2015 Board Member
Additions Elected at
October 2014 SCA
SCA President, Bob Battezzato, near right, introduced
newly elected board members, l-r: Rob Sedgwick, Mathieu
Schwartz, Jack Corry, and Jason Kettlehut following balloting
at the October 9, 2014 luncheon meeting.
Plan Now To Attend The
November 13, 2014 SCA
Luncheon Meeting
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Sacramento Claims Association
President
Bob Battezzato
Cleanrite Buildrite
[email protected]
Educational Committee
Your 2014 SCA Executive Staff
Vice President
Steve Moore
Barrish Pelham & Associates
[email protected]
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SecretaryTreasurer
Cathrin Nevin
Carl Warren & Company
[email protected]
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And Your 2014 SCA Board of Directors
Jack Corry
Art Coussoulis
Water, Smoke & Mold Removal
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John Morgan
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California Fair Services Authority
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Farmers Insurance
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Artland Construction
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“Finishing Through the Tape!”
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November Message from
2014 SCA President Bob Battezzato
This is a great expression I learned early in life from my track coach. We use to do a drill
where he would make us accelerate through the tape (finish line) so we never slowed down.
He noticed over the years that many runners would slow just a little when they got close to
“finishing” and would sometimes get beat by just that amount or not set a record because
they didn’t push that last step. Finishing through the tape is a great statement as we
approach the end of the year in business and set ourselves up for a strong start in 2015.
2014 SCA President
Bob Battezzato
It helps it a couple of ways, one obviously is to just finish strong and the other is to not
let up even if you think the race is won. It can set you up for the next year (race) with the
mindset of 100% effort all the way through.
At the SCA we are “Finishing Through the Tape” for 2014 with several strong
Educational Luncheons, our Annual Charity Luncheon and network planning for kicking off
2015 in a big way.
• 11/13 Towing Rates, Liens and the California Move Over Law
• 12/11 Annual Charitable Donation luncheon
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Randy Agnetti Returns To Resurrect Pipe Pros
Former long-time EBCA advocate
and past-president, Randy Agnetti,
is back! After investing years building his successful Concord-based
leak detection business, Pipe Pros,
Inc., Randy sold the business several
years ago, and moved back to his
home state of Florida.
As that deal ultimately fell apart, Randy
decided to reboot his California business, effectively starting over, twenty
Randy Agnetti
years after he first founded it in 1994.
As Owner and President of Pipe Pros, Inc., Randy was very active in
the East Bay Adjusters Association, and the Mt. Diablo Property Association through most of the ‘90s. In fact, he was at the forefront of
the movement that ultimately merged those two organizations back
into one, in 2001.
A veteran of the industry, Randy explained to us how he got involved.
“I started as a plumber, and realized that what the industry needed
was a no-conflict-of-interest reporting service to provide professional
and accurate causation services to customers dealing with plumbing
leaks,” he said.
“I have 30 years in the plumbing industry. I served as president of
the East Bay Claims Association for four years during which time the
membership doubled,” he added.
“Further, I was on the Board of Directors for the Underground Utility
and Leak Locators Association (UULLA) for nine years, and on the
Board for the Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors Association
(PHCC).”
Pipe Pros provides the latest in video inspection, leak detection, utility location, ground penetrating radar services, and smoke and odor
detection wherever needed throughout Northern California.
Randy worked smart, and he worked hard, to build up Pipe Pros back
in the day. “My biggest accomplishment has been the building of
Pipe Pros from a one truck operation to a six vehicle fleet with eight
employees and sales that grew 25% per year,” he shared.continued page 15
“I am looking forward to re-starting Pipe Pros after a five year absence.
I expect to make it bigger and better than it was before. “
In his "spare" time, Randy lives his passion. “I love umpiring baseball
games, for a variety of leagues,” he stated with his infectious grin. “I
was recently selected as an umpire for the Roy Hobbs World Series to
be held later this month in Ft. Myers, FL”
Randy Agnetti, owner/president of Pipe Pros, Inc., maybe be reached
at: (925) 969-9182, or [email protected].
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President’s Message
continued from page 3
• Look for the Annual Winter Party Gala Event
coming January of 2015
We have also added to the Board for 2015 the following
members;
Mathieu Schwartz/Liberty Mutual
Jack Corry/Water Smoke & Mold Removal
Jason Kettlehut/P.W. Stephens Environmental, Inc.
Rob Sedgwick/Restoration Management Company
on the programs as well as great suggestions for future
educational topics. This is what the SCA encourages….
Member involvement and a voice! Your voice as we are not
a successful association without your input.
Help us “Finish Strong” in 2014 by getting involved and
attending our remaining luncheons. You will pick up
some valued education and also be able to network with
professionals that serve this great industry.
Please go to: www.sacramentoclaims.org/
As some Board members’ terms come to a close, these
Get connected, get involved, get excited and “Finish
additions will bring a new energy, new ideas, and a
Strong Through the Tape” for 2014!!
commitment to the strong foundation the SCA has set for
My door is always open,
its members.
We have enjoyed several new faces coming out and
supporting the SCA this year which has not only added
to our membership but also our adjuster base. With the
level of education the SCA has provided we have seen an
increase in attendance and awareness. I personally have
had several people come up to me and give me positive input
Bob Battezzato
Bob Battezzato
2013 President Sacramento Claims Association
Cleanrite-Buildrite
[email protected]
(530) 570-9070
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Sacramento Claims Association
2014-2015
Calendar of Events
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Luncheon Meeting
Move Over! Towing Rates, Liens, and The California “Move Over” Law
Guest Speaker Larry Muzamel, Executive Director,
California Tow Truck Association
- see page 9
Thursday, December 11, 2014
Thursday, June, 2015
Annual Charities Donations
Thursday, January 8, 2015
Thursday, July 9, 2015
Luncheon Meeting
Morning Educational Seminar followed by luncheon - 8am1pm
Saturday, January 31, 2015
Annual SCA Winter Party - 6pm-11pm
Thursday, February 12, 2015
Annual SCA Golf Tournament
SCA luncheon - 11:30am check-in • luncheon noon-1pm
August 11-12, 2015
22nd Annual Claims Conference of N. California
Hyatt Regency Downtown Sacramento - details tba
Thursday, September 10, 2015
SCA luncheon - 11:30am check-in • luncheon noon-1pm
Morning Educational Seminar
followed by luncheon - 8am-1pm
Thursday, March, 2015
Thursday, October 8, 2015
St. Patrick’s Day social event - details TBA
SCA luncheon - 11:30am check-in • luncheon noon-1pm
Thursday, April 9, 2015
Thursday, November 12, 2015
Morning Educational Seminar followed by luncheon - 8am1pm
Morning Educational Seminar
followed by luncheon - 8am-1pm
Thursday, May, 2015
Thursday, December 10, 2015
SCA Social Event - TBA
SCA luncheon - 11:30am check-in • luncheon noon-1pm
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“The Physics of Fraud-Newton’s Law of Motion” at October SCA
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Photos by Bryan Harrison
Brad Balentine, Special Investigations Unit
Director for David Morse & Associates, deals
with fraudulent insurance claims as a way
of life. The popular speaker returned to the
Sacramento Claims Association to address
the October 9, 2014 luncheon crowd.
Beaming enlightenment on the use of Physics
when investigating a Claim for fraud, BalenMorse & Associates SIU Director,
tine made clear that physics is everywhere, SCA President, Bob Battezzato David
Brad Balentine, returned to speak on The SCA President, Bob Battezzato, thanked guest
welcomed the October 9
and can serve an investigator well.
Physics of Fraud at the October luncheon. speaker, Brad Balentine, following his informative
luncheon crowd.
presentation.
As the SIU Director, Balentine is also a licensed
private investigator. He also, provides testimony as
an expert witness and has authored several published
articles on the subject of insurance fraud.
“Physics is always present and is a silent witness.
Objects stay at rest unless acted upon by an external
force,” he stated.
He described an a claim where, when investigating
an auto accident, they discovered broken glass immediately under the front bumper. An automobile Congratulationst to Ashley Ramsey, of
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Duarte Construction, on winning the
October SCA 50/50 Raffle drawing.
SCA President, Bob Battezzato introduced newly elected board members, l-r:
Rob Sedgwick, Mathieu Schwartz, Jack Corry, and Jason Kettlehut.
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Towing Rates, Liens, and
The California “Move Over” Law
Thursday
November 13, 2014 @
LIONS GATE
HOTEL & CONFERENCE CENTER
At McClellan Park
Join The Sacramento Claims Association in
welcoming November 13, 2014
Guest Speaker
Larry Muzamel
Executive Director
California Tow Truck Association
The next luncheon meeting of the Sacramento Claims Association,
Thursday, November 13, 2014, will feature Mr. Larry Muzamel, Executive Director of the California Tow Truck Association, who will speak
to a variety of issues related to towing, and claims.
Learn about the potential conflicts on a “police” tow as compared to
an “insurance” tow. Additionally, he will offer-up information on the
storage and impound area.
“I’ve been working with the DMV on the lien sale process in CA,” he
informs us. “Seems we are becoming the “title washing” state, so we’ve
approached them about assisting in cleaning up this issue.”
To the extent there is interest, he may also share details of the technicalities of towing, specifically on correct ways to avoid additional damage
to the vehicle, etc.
Billing is always an issue, too, so Mr. Muzamel may provide a comparison
on the CHP billing guidelines, as well.
3410 Westover Street,
Sacramento, CA 95652
11:30 a.m. Check-in
Noon - 1p.m. Luncheon
3 Free to carrier personnel
(donations to the SCA Charitable Fund in lieu of fee appreciated)
3 $20 Independent Insurance Adjusters
3 $32 Assoc. Members w/Reservations made by 11/10/14
3 $45 guests and after 11/10/14
Secure your spot at: www.SacramentoClaims.org
For payment by cash or check at the door,
please make your reservation now
with SCA Board Member
April Wilkinson:
[email protected]
or 916-410-0865
Plan Now To Attend The
November 13, 2014 SCA
Luncheon Meeting
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Busy October SCA Luncheon nets four
new board members
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Continued from page 8
traveling at 30 miles an hour would have had the head lamp glass
scattered not straight under bumper, he stated.
Examination of the physics of the claim made that clear.
In another example, a claim where a tree branch fell on the roof of a
home and damaged the skylight, just didn’t add up when considering
the physics of the fall. The branch would have fallen straight down,
not the four feet they claimed, putting it on the skylight.
Balentine also instructed investigators, “On Auto claims, match the
damage car-to-car like a jigsaw puzzle. You can tell if a car was moving by the damage. Always check to see if photos match the damage.”
The October meeting also featured the annual Sacramento Claims Association election of new board members. Four new Board Members
were presented to the membership. All four were elected as additions
to the standing board:
Mathieu Schwartz, of Liberty Mutual Insurance; Jack Corry, owner
of Water, Smoke and Mold; Jason Kettlehut, of P.W. Stephens Environmental, Inc.; and Rob Sedgwick, of Restoration Management
Company.
The October 50/50/Raffle prize of
$37.00 was won by Ashley Ramsey,
of Duarte Construction.
President Bob Battezzato encouraged all to continue supporting the
Sacramento Claims Association, and
to invite associates, clients, and other
interested parties to join the group for
the next luncheon, on November 13,
2014. The Speaker will be Larry Muzamel, Executive Director, California
Tow Truck Association. His topic is
“Move over! Towing Rates, Liens and
The California ‘Move Over’ Law.”
Mathieu Schwartz, of Liberty Mutal Insurance.
Jack Corry, of Water Smoke & Mold Damage
Recovery.
Rob Sedgwick, of Restoration Management
Company
Jason Kettlehut, of PW Stephens
Environmental, Inc.
A good-sized crowd turned-out for the October 9, 2014 SCA luncheon meeting to hear guest
speaker Brad Balentine, and to participate in the annual election of new board members.
A moment of levity before the start of the
luncheon, left, with current SCA board
members (l-r): VP Steve Moore; President Bob
Battezzato (head turned); April Wilkinson; Tami
Umland; and John Morgan.
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Sacramento Claims Association News Network • November 2014
SCA GIVING COMMITTEE
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Charitable Implementation Survey
Thank you to all our SCA members who have collectively made it possible to fulfill our Mission by providing
continuing education and community support through various contributions over the years.
In recognition of the outstanding contributions of the SCA membership, we have been able to establish our Giving
Committee. As this is YOUR Association, we appreciate any and all ideas. We want to hear from you!
The Giving Committee receives a percentage of net funds upon completion of the accounting report and approval
of the Board each year. These funds are then distributed to support three areas:
Scholarship/Education • Donations/Charitable • Relief/Catastrophe.
Our most productive fundraising results come through events we hold throughout the year, the most significant
of which is the Golf Tournament. We appreciate all the support shown to the continuing development of our
association, and ask that you now give us your feedback on where to best apply our Giving Committee funds.
Please take a few moments and complete this questionnaire.
1) In addition to current activities and efforst, what other fundraising ideas you would like
to suggest the SCA consider pursuing (Please list)?
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
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Yes
No
2) Would you be willing to participate/assist with an SCA fundraiser?
If yes, Please supply your Contact Information:
Name_____________________________________________
Company__________________________________________
Phone____________________________________________
Email_____________________________________________
3) What categories would you prefer your SCA contribution support?
Drug & Alcohol Abuse
Animal & Animal Protection
Cancer
Elderly
Caregivers
Environment – Catastrophic Aid
Child Protection, Sponsorship
Health – Hospital
Community Education/Arts
Integration & Rehabilitation
Crime Prevention
Poverty
Disabled
Youth Services – Residential Care, Education
Other:________________________________________________________________
4) Do you have a specific organization(s) that you would recommend the SCA consider?
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
** Please submit any supporting information for your recommended charitable organization for review and consideration.
5)
Would you consider Volunteering, in coordination with the SCA and another charitable organization
for the betterment of our community? If so, do you have suggestions, i.e., wrapping gifts for Salvation
Army, organizing food boxes for food shelters, etc.?
________________________________________________________________________
Please return this survey to Giving Committee Chair, Cathrin Nevin at the next SCA event, or mail to:
Cathrin Nevin, c/o Carl Warren & Co.
11171 Sun Center Drive, #260, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670
Thank you for your time and participation!
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Sacramento Claims Association News Network • November 2014
2014 SCA Street Team!
Direct communication still reins as the most effective way to
reach out to the overall community. SCA is proud to announce
its new “Street Team” volunteers. Get to know one today!
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
CLAIMS INDUSTRY PLACEMENTS
Gary E. Mingus, GEM Search Group provides both Temporary, Temp to Hire and Direct
Hire placements in the Insurance Industry also, placing Vendors related to the Insurance
Industry. Call Gary Mingus 866-935-4426 or email to [email protected]. Serving
the Insurance Industry since 1995.
SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
ServiceMaster Restoration Services, an employee owned company, is the recognized
leader in water and fire damage restoration services to residential and commercial customers
alike. We have locations in Concord, Fremont, Sacramento, Santa Rosa, and Novato. For more
information about our company please visit our website www.svmcleaning-restoration.com.
The Project Manager is the primary point of contact for our customers. With the support of
our awesome Support Services team, our Project Managers are responsible from beginning
to end to restore our customers’ peace of mind.
Responsibilities Include:
• Flexibility to work days, weekends, and some evenings as assigned • Visit jobsites, determine and write work scopes • Act as liaison with customer and insurance personnel •
Complete jobs in a timely and profitable manner • Market ServiceMaster services to assigned
adjusters in assigned area and establish working relationship • Personally call on insurance
adjusters and general contractors as assigned to establish a good working relationship •
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Tami Umland (Committee Chair)
Artland Construction
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Barbara Larson
Haag Engineering
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Bethany WoodwardBelfor
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Danell Cassetta
Cleanrite Buildrite
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Diane Viodes
Servpro of Citrus Hts./ Roseville/ Carmichael
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Haven Fry
JM Environmental
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Jack CorryWaterSmokeMold
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Jackie McLain
Servpro Rsvl/CH
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Jason Kettlehut
PW Stephens Environmental, Inc.
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Jim Krueger
ServiceMaster Advantage
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Kelly Somervill
Protera Testing
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Levi Aronson
Aronson Landscaping
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Lisa Aronson
Lawton Construction
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Scott Andrews
PW Stephens Environmental, Inc.
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If you would like to be considered to
join the Sacramento Claims
Association’s Street Team,
please contact board member
Tami Umland:
[email protected]
call 209-229-8240 or fax FAX# 209-229-8328
[email protected]
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Californians Urged to Prepare Before The
Next Big One Hits
Understanding your risks and mitigation needs offers the best protection
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - More than 10 million Californians participated in the largest disaster
preparedness event ever October 16th, when they practiced “The Great ShakeOut” drop, cover and
hold-on drill. Insurance Commissioner Dave Jones reminded Californians to prepare before the next
earthquake hits with a few simple steps that can save your life and help you recover from disaster.
"You have the opportunity to prepare for the next disaster today, and make recovering easier," said
Commissioner Jones. "In observance of the Great ShakeOut I urge all Californians to make a preparedness plan and practice it. Before the next big one hits, make sure you take a few simple steps to
mitigate your risk of injury and loss."
Californians know it's not if but when the next earthquake will hit. Even a small or moderate temblor
can cause significant damage. The magnitude 6.0 quake that struck Napa on August 24 is a good reminder that residents need to take steps to protect themselves, their loved ones and their belongings
by making sure they have the coverage they need and they take simple, inexpensive mitigation steps.
Standard homeowners insurance does not provide coverage for earthquake damage. Earthquake
insurance must be purchased separately and is typically designed as a catastrophic policy to cover
tens of thousands of dollars in structural damage. The majority of quakes are moderate and cause
damage and injury when furniture and belongings tumble and break. For about $100, the average
person can protect themselves and their family by using Velcro appliance and furniture straps, cabinet
latches and quake putty to secure those items that fall and break during a quake.
Adding an earthquake strap to a flat screen TV helps prevent injuries from the appliance falling
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