If you were injured in a car accident, you may have more immediate concerns, such as medical bills and lost wages. Some of those costs may be covered by your own insurance, but justice also requires the negligent driver to be held accountable. Going to court may be...

Bad Faith Insurance Claims
Florida jury: Insurance company wrongfully denied claim
Every motorist in Florida is supposed to have car insurance if they own a car. Unfortunately, too many people fail to do this and drive without insurance. In the event of an accident, the insured victims can be left to figure out who will be held responsible for the...
Victims of bad faith insurance practices: you have legal options
If you have recently filed an insurance claim only to have it denied or delayed, you are likely feeling quite upset. People buy insurance policies to protect themselves and have some peace of mind in knowing that they are protected should something bad happen. But...
What are the top causes of house fires?
In our last blog post, we discussed house fires and what homeowners can do to protect themselves and their homes in the event of a fire. This includes reviewing your homeowner's or renter's insurance policy.In this post, we will look at some of the most common causes...
What is ‘wind-driven rain’ and why doesn’t my policy cover it?
Walking around your house after a severe storm can be enormously upsetting. Not only could you be looking at extensive damage but it can be very difficult to see your belongings and home in disarray. In this situation, you may find some peace of mind that you are well...
Florida homeowners: know your legal options after serious storms
Property owners all across Florida are assessing the damage done to their homes and other buildings in the wake of Tropical Storm Erika. While the storm did not reach hurricane status as some had predicted, it did end up causing significant flood and wind...
Rainy month leads to flood damage for Tampa residents
Certain parts of Florida have been hit pretty hard with rain in recent weeks. In fact, some areas like Tampa have gotten up to 7 inches of rain with more expected in the near future. This is several inches higher than usual and the heavy rainfall is certainly taking...
What damages may be available in bad faith claims?
Any time you have to deal with your insurance company can feel like a battle. You have to arm yourself with information, defend yourself against delays and be aggressive when it comes to making sure your claim is properly investigated. This can be quite infuriating,...
Signs that you may be a victim of acts of bad faith
In the aftermath of an accident, victims need help and they need answers. In most cases, this requires them to go through their insurance company and submit a claim for relief. For many people, this is a process that, while tedious and frustrating, is fairly...
Report: Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund reaches $17 billion
People across Florida are likely well aware that June 1 marks the beginning of hurricane season, and that's just right around the corner. Property insurance -- including home, auto and other types -- should also be at the top of mind for residents.Hurricanes can do...