by Felipe Calderon | Sep 20, 2017 | Homeowners Insurance
Most property insurance policies contain a provision permitting the insurer to take sworn testimony from the insured. This process is called an Examination Under Oath (“EUO”), which is used to learn information about the claimed loss and to obtain relevant documents...
by Felipe Calderon | Sep 8, 2017 | Homeowners Insurance
Under Florida law, insurers owe their customers a certain duty of care. They must act fairly and honestly and with due regard for the customer’s interests. For example, if, when considering all the circumstances, an insurer could have settled a claim if it had acted...
by Felipe Calderon | Aug 28, 2017 | Flood Damage, Homeowners Insurance
The federal government is considering a measure that could raise flood insurance rates for hundreds of thousands of homeowners, including here in Florida. Flood insurance generally covers damage that is specifically as the result of a flood, and that is sustained by...
by Felipe Calderon | Aug 18, 2017 | Homeowners Insurance
Homeowner’s insurance is supposed to give you peace of mind against unforeseen expenses and natural disasters. So what do you do if your insurance company denies your claim for damages? If the insurance provider denies your claim or underpays your claim, you can file...
by Felipe Calderon | Jun 14, 2017 | Homeowners Insurance, Hurricane Damage
The 2017 hurricane season is officially under way, and forecasters predict that warm ocean temperatures this summer will produce more storm activity than usual. That’s important news for Floridians, who live in a hurricane-prone state and who should ensure that their...