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“sinkhole lawyer”

Nov
2
2010

Sinkholes and Application Defenses

Recent Question:  My insurance company hired an engineering firm, who found sinkhole activity at my home.  Immediately after we received the report, we were instructed to appear at a law firm to bring documents including tax returns, the closing documents at the time of sale, and a bunch of other things.  Can they do this?

Sep
27
2010

Wall Street Journal’s Two Cents on Florida’s Sinkhole Issues

As Florida”™s sinkhole issues continue to become national news, the Wall Street Journal recently decided to get into the fray. Unfortunately, the article had a very pro-insurance slant and went out of its way to place those fighting for homeowners in a very negative light. The article focuses on public adjusters here in Florida and [...]

Jul
12
2010

Sinkhole Information Online and Elsewhere

Sometimes the website are designed to inform, persuade, or, honestly, confuse you about the issues, each for their own reason. Our purpose is to provide you the most balanced sinkhole information available, so that you can make informed decisions, whether you are attempting to determine whether to file a sinkhole claim, repair a sinkhole home, or determine whether to file a sinkhole lawsuit. This may be too much information for some, or too little for others, but we believe it suits most.

May
27
2010

The Cost of Sinkhole Investigations

As long as there is a “good faith” basis for filing a claim, you cannot be held responsible for the costs associated with your claim. Under Florida law, Section 627.707(7), there could be liability if the investigation was filed without a sufficient reason to have done so. The home insurance company bears the burden of proof in showing that property damage did not result from the presence of sinkholes.

May
18
2010

Tips Dealing with Insurance Companies on Sinkhole Repairs

Next suggestion: always raise your concerns with the insurance company in writing, both to your claims adjuster and your insurance agent. Many times, insurance claim representatives have a difficult time separating what is a “problem” versus what is just common frustrations of an insured. If you submit your concerns in writing, and tell them exactly what you want them to do, it makes it clear you have defined your expectations. That way, you will both know if the issue has been resolved.

Apr
28
2010

Do I Hire a Public Adjuster or a Sinkhole Attorney?

Any suggestions on how to hire a public adjuster for my sinkhole claim, or should I hire a sinkhole attorney? There are reasons to do both. For purposes of this question, I would suggest you contact the Florida Association of Public Insurance Adjusters (FAPIA), who provides a good framework for people looking for these services.

Apr
8
2010

Sinkhole Lawyer vs. Trial Lawyer

If you are interested in settling your sinkhole case quickly, it may not be necessary to engage a sinkhole lawyer with a lot of trial experience. Many attorneys can claim to have selected a few juries, but would stop short of actually calling themselves trial lawyers. Instead, they spend more of their time prior to trial, seeking to resolve the sinkhole claim without this additional process.