
Insurance Claims from Hurricane Irma Approach $3.9 Billion
Articles, Blog, First Party Insurance, Personal InjuryHomeowner’s insurance claims following Hurricane Irma have reached $3.85 billion, according to a report from Artemis. More than 600,000 claims have been filed, but only about 14 percent of those claims have been closed, with an average claim…

Will Your Homeowner’s Insurance Cover Rain Damage?
Articles, Blog, First Party InsuranceIt's no secret that Florida is prone to major hurricane damage, and much of that destruction is caused by torrential rain and flash floods. Even if your home has never been hit by a major flood, rain can degrade your roof over time, which is…

Do You Have Flood Insurance in Florida?
Articles, Blog, Flood Insurance ClaimIn the aftermath of Hurricane Irma’s heavy rains and torrential floods, many homeowners around Florida have learned the hard way that foregoing flood insurance could be a costly mistake. The problem is that Florida has some of the highest…

Hurricane Irma damage estimates could top $100 billion
Blog, First Party InsuranceHurricane Irma damage estimates could top $100 billion. It’s a number hard to imagine, but it quickly comes into focus when you’re part of that number and dealing with your own damage. It can be a nightmare navigating insurance claims, estimates…

My Hurricane Damage Claim Was Denied—Do I Have Grounds for a Lawsuit?
Articles, Blog, First Party InsuranceHurricane Irma has caused historical destruction in all of Florida’s 67 counties. With 124 mph winds, torrential floods, and reported tornados, millions of properties have been damaged and countless victims have been left wondering how they…

What Should I Do If My Hurricane Damage Claim Is Denied?
Articles, Blog, Flood Insurance ClaimIn the wake of Hurricane Irma’s 124 mph winds and torrential floods, it has never been more important for Americans to stand together and help one another bounce back from such a historic catastrophe. If you are fortunate enough to have homeowner’s…

What Are the Penalties of a Domestic Battery Conviction?
Articles, Blog, Criminal DefenseThe types of offenses that constitute "domestic violence" are codified in Section 741.28 of the Florida Statutes. These offenses include assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, and any other criminal offense committed against…

What Should I Do If My Roof Damage Claim Was Denied?
Articles, Blog, First Party InsuranceYou may already know that your homeowners’ insurance company has financial incentive to deny or undervalue your roof damage claim. It’s easy to feel hopeless if your claim was denied—especially if your entire roof needs to be replaced—but…

Will My Homeowners' Insurance Premiums Decrease If I Install Wind-Resistant Features on My Home?
Articles, Blog, First Party Insurance, Flood Insurance ClaimIt goes without saying that Florida is prone to hurricane damage, which is why our state has the highest homeowners’ insurance rates in the country. To reduce the overall impact of a major hurricane, a law went into effect on June 1, 2002…

What Are the Eligibility Criteria for FEMA Housing Assistance after a Hurricane?
Articles, Blog, First Party InsuranceIf your home was severely damaged or destroyed by a hurricane, you may be wondering how you will pay for your losses and restore your financial footing. Although your homeowners’ insurance should be your first source of recovery, your policy…

7 Steps to Take When Filing a Homeowners’ Insurance Claim for Fire Damage
Articles, Blog, Flood Insurance ClaimFew forces in nature can match the destructive power of fire. If your home was severely damaged or destroyed by a fire, the cost of repairs or replacement can be exorbitant. Even if you carry homeowners’ insurance, your provider will look…

3 Mistakes to Avoid If You Are Stopped Under Suspicion of DUI
Articles, Blog, Criminal Lawyer, DUINobody likes to see those flashing blue and white lights in their rear-view mirror. Even if you’ve done nothing wrong, it’s not always easy to remain calm and collected during a police stop. This is especially true if you’ve had a few…

What Types of Water Damage Are Covered by Homeowners’ Insurance?
Articles, Blog, First Party Insurance, Flood Insurance ClaimWater damage is one of the most common claims filed by homeowners in Florida. Unfortunately, many people find themselves in a slippery situation when they discover that the damage to their home is only partially covered or not covered at all. Whether…

Florida Homeowners Aren’t Investing in Sinkhole Coverage
Articles, Blog, First Party InsuranceThe thought of your home being sucked into the ground might sound like something out of a 90s horror flick, but thousands of Floridians pay about $3,000 per year to insure their homes against that very thing. Florida may have more reported…

Postal Worker Admits to Accepting Bribes to Deliver Marijuana Parcels
Articles, Blog, Criminal Defense, Criminal LawyerA former worker for the U.S. Postal Service has admitted to accepting bribes to deliver parcels that contained drugs. According to Local 10 News, Evelyn Ramona Price, 53, provided a man with addresses on her route where she would deliver the…