“For millions of Americans, climate change is no longer just a chart or a graph. It’s the smoke on our tongues from massive wildfires. It’s the floodwater invading our homes and record-breaking hurricanes and heat waves.” – Gov. Jay Inslee of Washington EYE OF THE STORM. Washington is thousands of miles away from Florida but […]
Category: Hurricanes
Won’t Back Down: Fighting Insurers For Property Damage Coverage
When they go low – and they will – we go high, or we take them to court. Insurance companies and their bureaucracies will be the biggest obstacle between you and your property damage claim. Corless Barfield Trial Group knows how to deal with insurers and adjusters trying to hold your compensation. Everything an insurer […]
2019 Hurricane Season: How Do I Handle My Hurricane Claim
Living in Florida comes with many benefits such as warm temperatures, access to beautiful beaches, and year-round outdoor activities. Yet Florida is also known for its destructive hurricane season that has the potential to wreck property and cause serious damage, which can have negative impacts long after the storm has passed. Adding to a property […]
What’s the Damage? Why You Must Hire A Property Damage Insurance Attorney
Commercial. Residential. Condominium. Community Management Associations. Licensed Community Association Managers. Many policyholders do their best to submit insurance claims after property damage, but they oftentimes run into trouble when dealing with their insurance company. In fact, submitting claims and negotiating with your insurer can be extremely frustrating and confusing. At Corless Barfield Trial Group, our […]
Understanding Hurricane and Other Wind Insurance Claims
With only months to go until hurricane season, which starts June 1 and ends Nov. 30, it’s time to check preparation kits, plan evacuation routes, and familiarize yourself with your insurance policy. Also, given the dynamic weather conditions in Florida, springtime hail storms damage property far more often than is reported. Litigating Storm Damage Claims: […]
Property Damage: What Florida Property Owners Should Know
Corless Barfield Trial Group has proudly and aggressively represented Community Management Associations, Licensed Community Association Managers (LCAMs), and individual property owners throughout Florida with matters related to property damage. Our attorneys are experienced in representing clients in the aftermath of property damage to ensure insurance companies are providing appropriate compensation to help them recover. Corless […]
15+ Reasons Why You Should Engage a Property Insurance Lawyer
At Corless Barfield Trial Group we receive many calls in which potential clients start the conversation by expressing, “I am not sure it’s time, but I am thinking about hiring you to help.” As a result, we’ve put together a list of more than 15 reasons why you should engage a lawyer on your property […]
5 Reasons You Need a Property Damage Lawyer
After you have sustained damage to your home or commercial property, or if you are on the Board of Directors of a Community Management Association, finding the right lawyer to represent your case can be challenging. While many lawyers divide their resources between different legal disputes, the team of lawyers at Corless Barfield Trial Group […]
Hurricane Season Heats Up
The tropics are starting to come alive. Whipping winds, power outages, torrential rains, and floods — hurricane season brings a host of dramatic and dangerous weather with it. Florida Gov. Rick Scott declared a state of emergency for 26 counties as Tropical Storm Michael lashed Cuba and is forecast to become a hurricane as it […]