Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.01 - PURPOSE

The purpose of this Chapter is to set forth minimum standards for the investigation and disposition of claims arising under contracts or certificates of insurance issued to residents of the state. It is not intended to cover claims involving workers' compensation or health care. The various provisions of this Chapter are intended to define procedures and practices which constitute unfair claims practices as determined by the commissioner. Nothing herein shall be construed either to create or to imply a private cause of action for violation of this Chapter.

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Tenn. Comp. R. & Regs. 0780-01-05-.01

Original rules filed July 11, 2017; effective 10/9/2017.

Authority: T.C.A. §§ 56-2-301, 56-8-101 through 56-8-120, 56-8-101(c), 56-8-105, 56-8-108, and 56-8-110.