A. The provisions of this Subpart provide for the appraisal process if all of the following apply: (1) An insurer has accepted coverage for a claim, in full or in part. (2) The claimant and insurer have a dispute as to the amount of loss that the insurer will pay for the accepted portion of the claim under the policy. (3) The policy is issued, issued for delivery, or renewed in this state. (4) The property that is the subject of the claim is located in this state or the dispute is subject to jurisdiction in this state. (5) The claimant or insurer demands an appraisal pursuant to the policy. B. Nothing in this Part shall be construed to authorize the commissioner to regulate the practice of law. C. An umpire appointed by a court pursuant to this Subpart is subject to the supervision of the appointing court for the performance of his duties.
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