Insurance
What Are the Most Common Problems People Have With Insurance After a Hurricane?Posted in Insurance on June 2, 2021
After a hurricane damages your home, the second nightmare is dealing with a property insurance claim. Homeowners insurance companies often make it difficult to recover fair financial benefits for hurricane damage and flood damage. There are many problems you may encounter during a claim, including the insurance company intentionally trying to take advantage of you…. read more
How to Tell Whether Water Damage Is Old or NewPosted in Insurance on June 2, 2021
If you discover signs of water damage in your home, you may wonder if it’s been there or if you have a new water leak. It is important to determine whether water damage is old or new so that you can take immediate action if it’s the latter. There are methods of estimating when the… read more
What Is Failure to Investigate a Claim?Posted in Insurance on March 18, 2021
When you submit a claim to an insurance company, you have a legal right to expect the company to handle it in good faith. This means in an honest and fair attempt to resolve your claim and protect your interests. Unfortunately, many insurance companies act in bad faith, meaning they handle claims dishonestly – often… read more
Elements of a Bad-Faith Insurance Claim in FloridaPosted in Insurance on March 18, 2021
Every state defines bad-faith insurance differently. Generally speaking, bad faith is an insurance company failing to process a claim fairly, honestly and in a good-faith attempt to resolve the issue. If you believe you are dealing with insurance bad faith during a claim for an injury or property damage, find out if you have the… read more
Can an HOA Prohibit Rentals in Florida?Posted in Insurance on February 24, 2021
If you own a home you wish to rent to tenants or through a site such as Airbnb, be careful to check with your homeowners association (HOA) first. In Florida, a homeowners association can prohibit a homeowner from renting out a property or place restrictions on rental rights. Putting your home up for rent without… read more
What Is a Homeowners Insurance Appraisal?Posted in Insurance on February 24, 2021
It is not enough for a homeowners insurance company to accept liability for your losses. The insurance company must also offer a settlement that accurately reflects the full extent of your damages and losses. The company will do so through a homeowners insurance appraisal. What Is an Appraisal? If you need to make a homeowners… read more
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Smoke Damage?Posted in Insurance on February 8, 2021
During a house fire, the fire itself is not the only risk. The smoke the fire creates also has very real dangers – both in terms of physical health and property damage. The smoke damage caused to your home and possessions by a structural fire could require you to replace or repair items. Find out… read more
Fires Caused By Faulty WiringPosted in Insurance on February 8, 2021
One of the most common causes of house and property fires is faulty wiring. According to the National Fire Protection Agency, electrical fires account for 13% of all home structure fires. Electrical malfunctions are second to unattended equipment as the leading cause of house fires in the US. If your property damage in Tampa stemmed… read more
Should I Give a Recorded Statement to an Insurance Company?Posted in Insurance on December 30, 2020
After an accident, fire or natural disaster, it can be difficult to know whom to trust. Most of the people who contact you shortly after an accident – including bill collectors and insurance claims adjusters – will not have your best interests in mind. It is critical to know how to handle conversations with an… read more
Signs an Insurance Company Is Acting in Bad FaithPosted in Insurance on December 30, 2020
If you get injured in an accident, you will need to file an insurance claim to request financial compensation for your related losses, such as medical expenses and property repairs. Unfortunately, not all insurance companies handle claims or clients fairly. Handling a claim dishonestly means the insurance company is acting in bad faith. It is… read more
