There are a multitude of different insurance policies available for homeowners to protect their home or property from all the damages that can occur in life. Along with windstorm and flood policies, there are also insurance provisions that home owners hope will protect them no matter what happens. One such example is the “all risk”
When dealing with insurance plans and the intricate clauses involved, it is important to fully understand the language used. In utilizing terms like these, insurance companies embed vague, variable levels of damage responsibility so as to skirt responsibility in the event damage comes to your home under what is supposed to be a covered incident.
On Wednesday, December 17, a federal judge dismissed a very important antitrust case dealing with Louisiana insurers for lack of evidence. Former Attorney General Charles Foti, on the behalf of New Orleans citizens and various attorneys throughout New Orleans, filed a lawsuit in November of 2007 alleging that antitrust laws were being broken by insurance
We hope that everyone had a restful and happy holiday season! The Insurance Dispute Lawyer Blog will now resume regular posting to help you handle your insurance claims for natural disasters, everyday damages, claims resolution, provider disputes and all the various problems that happen to everyday people. Whether you live in Dallas, San Antonio, Lafayette
During the holiday season, the blog will be taking a brief break so as to allow staff to focus hard on insurance cases coming in before the calendar year ends. The blog will resume in early 2009 with new and helpful information on hurricane and other damage-related insurance claims for Louisiana and Texas residents, as
Home deterioration can happen anywhere as a result of the natural climate and conditions that exist in the Gulf Coast. Whether it is the ceiling caving in or holes emerging in the floor, various different calamities can develop in your home that require action and repair. Under Texas law it is very important to understand
Homeowner’s Insurance is a necessity for many Texas residents worried about the heavy winds that can come through the area and damage homes. Wind damage is a very specific claim under Homeowner’s Insurance that can be easily recorded and claimed in many cases. However, with Homeowner’s Form B insurance in Texas, not every claim is
When getting Homeowners Insurance in the state of Texas, it is important to understand just what is, and is not, covered by these policies. While agents might be eager to assure you that any accident or damage can be quickly claimed under Homeowners Insurance policies, citizens in Texas found themselves out of luck in the
Saving money when buying home insurance is often essential for Louisiana residents looking for the best coverage for the most reasonable rate. The Gulf Coast’s recent struggle with hurricanes has made it even more evident just how important sound, proper insurance coverage is for resident’s homes. Hurricane Katrina’s damage was unfathomable to many and Hurricanes
When buying insurance, it is often hard for homeowners to know if they are buying too much or too little. When asking an agent, people expect and appreciate candor and honesty when it comes to know how much insurance is necessary to protect their home. This trust that is placed into an agent’s skill and
Jeffrey Berniard is a specialized injury attorney with over 21 years of experience fighting for Louisiana families.