Property & Hurricane Claims

The law of Louisiana is very clear about its desire to protect the people from insurance companies and agents with bad intentions. All insurance agencies, whether Allstate, State Farm, or others, are governed by the law to be honest and clear about their policies. While the state would like it so that there was nothing

Texas drivers often have to worry about getting into an accident with uninsured drivers and all of the financial difficulties that come with the repairs and any injuries that result. Those with Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage purchase these policies in order to be protected from such possible problems. These policies (UM/UIM) work to insure the victim

In November of 2007, the Louisiana State Attorney General levied a suit against insurance providers in the Gulf Coast related to Hurricane Katrina business practices. The charges, including antitrust, collusion and price fixing violations, dealt with a system of claim denials that looked to take advantage of the confusion natural disasters create. What’s more, such

Insurance fraud is something everyone is aware of and leads to significantly higher premiums for anyone looking for protection. What the insurance companies do not talk about, though, is the very insurance fraud that goes on within the industry itself. While companies may drag their feet or act in bad faith in delaying payments or

Personal Injury Protection (PIP) automobile coverage in the state of Texas is a common insurance agreement in which the carrier will pay benefits to the policy holder because of “bodily injury resulting from a motor vehicle accident and sustained by a covered person.” Thus, helping someone financially who has been in a car accident that

The recent series of storms to come through the Gulf region have caught even some of the most seasoned residents off-guard when it comes to making insurance claims. In the wake of these storms, Texas residents statewide have encountered a wide variety of problems when making their claims. It’s important to understand the state laws

The people of the Gulf Coast are well aware that hurricanes of all different intensities come and go through the region every summer. A Hurricane Checklist for anyone, whether you live in Houston, Galveston or Corpus Christi, Texas residents should have a list of things they do in the event of a hurricane. One of

The extreme damage incurred by the Galveston area is only now being comprehended over two months after Hurricane Ike. Recovery efforts are underway but the immediate steps to be undertaken in the event of damage to your home are crucial and need to be handled with care. If you live in the Gulf Coast area

The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) has created a series of tips for homeowners in the state looking to make a claim after the recent series of storms in the Gulf. While each storm may lead to significantly different issues, there are several things the state recommends with any claim: 1. Develop an organized and

Annually, it is recommended for anyone living in the Gulf Coast area to do a full inspection of their insurance coverage. While people are often meticulous with their car insurance and its coverage, home owners insurance can be a confusing and daunting set of documents to review and even understand. However, a solid review of