Hurricane And Storm Damage
Hurricanes and violent storms can be a part of life in Florida. Storms can be devastating, destroying homes, businesses, property, cars, even lives. They can cause financial and emotional hardship, stress and strain. During and after storms insurance companies have a moral and legal obligation to respond quickly to fulfill the promises they made to their policyholders to provide coverage when losses occur.
Undervaluing, Underpaying, And Delaying
Unfortunately sometimes insurance companies seem to forget the moral and legal promises they made to properly provide for their policyholders. Insurance companies cause homeowners and policyholders added stresses when they undervalue, underpay, and delay payment for storm damages.
The experienced storm team at the Byrne Law Group can help with your storm damage claims. During the entire process, from documenting the storm damage, to filing a claim, through the final settlement we are there for you. We can help you understand what your policy covers and what it does not, how much you may be entitled to, and what your duties and obligations are after a loss. We can arrange inspections of your home, negotiate directly with your insurance company, find experts, and submit the claim on your behalf.
In the event your insurance company breaches its obligations to you or does not treat you in good faith, we can file a lawsuit and fight your insurance company in court, or demand appraisal (binding arbitration) to make sure your rights are protected and enforced.
Why Involve Lawyers?
Most people don't want to involve lawyers if they can help it. But sometimes if you don't stand up and protect your rights, no one will. Insurance companies regularly take advantage of unknowing and unsuspecting homeowners. Watch out for the following warning signs - and if you detect them, call the Byrne Law Group immediately for a FREE CONSULTATION to discuss your rights, options and strategy at 813-413-6565.
Warning Signs - Is Your Insurance Company Doing These?
- Denying your storm claim even though you have insurance
- Delaying payment of money for your storm claim
- Giving you the run around, making false statements, or changing their story
- Low-balling offers, making low estimates, and lowering payments unfairly
- Withholding money for any reason
- Telling you not to hire or talk to an attorney or a public adjuster, or advising that you don't need to talk to them
- Requesting that you sign a release as part of the claim
- Printing things on checks such as “final payment” or “paid in full” or “settled”
- Not treating you fairly and with respect
- Playing games with your claim
- Demanding you submit to an examination under oath
- Requiring you submit tons of documentation
If you are experiencing any of these warning signs, it's time to talk to an experienced attorney who can fight for your rights. Talk to the Byrne Law Group during a FREE consultation by calling 813-413-6565 right now.
You Can Afford A Lawyer
The Byrne Law Group knows money is tight. We often work on a “contingency fee basis” - which means, we get paid only if we recover money for you from your insurance company. If we don't recover any money, you don't owe us anything. A contingency fee allows for homeowners to have professional and experienced attorneys representing them to ensure you are treated fairly and can receive the maximum amount of money you're entitled to.
Experienced Property Insurance Attorneys
The Byrne Law Group is experienced at dealing with hurricane and storm insurance claims! Attorney John Byrne has litigated hundreds of property insurance disputes. We represent both residential and commercial property owners with a variety of problems, ranging from hurricane claims, to water damage, to sinkholes.
The insurance companies have experienced professionals working to protect them. Make sure you have experience on your side too. Call the Byrne Law Group today at 813-413-6565 for a FREE consultation, or complete the form.