What is my Case Worth?
Under the American legal system, an individual can pursue monetary compensation from another party if they believe that their person or property has been damaged by that party. While this area of the law, known as “torts,” is intended to ensure that serious injuries are addressed and victims are justly compensated, it allows almost anyone [...]
Hurricane Milton blew across the State of Florida barely two weeks after Hurricane Helene hit the Sunshine State. Collectively, Hurricanes Helene and Milton are estimated to have caused over $100 billion in damage. Homeowners throughout Florida will be filing insurance claims for the foreseeable future. Unfortunately, many more claims will be denied or underpaid because [...]
Each year, Florida property owners brace for the Atlantic hurricane season that runs from June 1st through November 30th and typically brings 14 named storms, seven hurricanes, and three major hurricanes, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration NOAA. The destructive nature of hurricanes is unparalleled. In fact, hurricanes are the leading cause of [...]
Recent changes to Florida law eliminated the long-standing right of property owners to collect attorney fees following the successful litigation of an insurance claim against their insurance company. In practical terms, this made it harder for property owners to challenge an underpayment or denial of claim. Where does this leave a property owner who has [...]
Recent changes to Florida law will directly impact home and business owners and their ability to challenge insurance companies when they encounter problems getting a first-party property claim paid. Specifically, changes to Florida Statute 627.428 took away the right to attorney’s fees when a homeowner or business owner successfully litigates a denial or underpayment of [...]
