No property owner can anticipate having a fire at a home or building. So when the unexpected happens, you will want your property insurance company to treat you fairly and expedite the claim payout.
Sometimes, unfortunately, the opposite happens. The insurer drags its feet on issuing payment, delaying repairs. Or it may even try to convince you to accept a lower than expected settlement, leaving you unable to return to your normal life.
That is where the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine are ready to help. We will go the extra mile for you, protecting your right to seek fair compensation. Call us today and let a trusted fire claims lawyer in Orlando work side by side with you to negotiate a desirable settlement with your insurance company.
Common Fire Causes
Fires occur at a property for a number of reasons. Three of the most common fire causes include:
- Cooking: where food may be left unattended on the stove, leading to a fire.
- Heaters: where a space heater comes into contact with a combustible item.
- Wiring: where wiring inside the walls of a home becomes brittle and fails, leading to an electrical fire.
All of these accidental situations may result in a fire that causes damage to the property. Some damage is severe, resulting in a total loss of the property, while others are less serious, giving you a chance to make repairs.
Understanding the Fire Damage
When the time comes to make repairs, your insurance company might not agree with you about the losses you have suffered due to the fire at your property. An insurer may try to reduce the amount of the payment it will make to you, based on this disputed information.
The insurance company may overlook some significant costs that may apply in your situation, including:
- Hidden damage inside walls
- Complete smoke and soot removal
- Replacing undamaged items to maintain a uniform appearance of the home after repairs are made
A fire claims lawyer in Orlando knows how to work on your behalf to counteract the actions of an insurance company that is not treating you fairly. Look to the Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine for answers to specific questions about your fire claim. Call our Orlando personal injury lawyers today for a free consultation.
Representing Your Rights
According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), fire losses in 2017 totaled $23 billion in the United States. Repair and restoration are expensive, so you understandably count on your insurer to treat you fairly with the proper settlement amount.
If you feel like the insurance company is stalling in delivering the payout to which you are entitled, it can be an incredibly frustrating situation. Hire a fire claims lawyer in Orlando to represent you, delving into the facts of your case to prove your claim.
The Law Offices of Anidjar & Levine will negotiate on your behalf, working toward reaching a fair settlement through negotiation or in court, if needed. Call us today. We do not accept any payment until you reach a settlement in your case. You may have a limited time to pursue damages under Florida Statute § 95.11.
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