Fire Damage Insurance Claims
A fire to one's home or business may likely be one of the most traumatic events a person ever experiences. Aside from the very real danger to one's own life, a fire can destroy a person's property to such a degree that salvaging or replacing the affected property is difficult if not impossible.
Understandably, many people are overwhelmed at the prospect of dealing with the insurance company after a fire. What if the fire only burned a portion of the property before being put out? What if other rooms were affected by smoke but not by the fire? Should these areas be repaired or rebuilt? Can smoke-damaged contents be cleaned or should they be replaced? What is the proper scope of damage in a fire claim? If you disagree with the manner in which your insurance company is handling your fire claim, we can assist you with these questions and help navigate your claim from the beginning all the way until trial if necessary.
While a fire is generally a covered loss under most Texas homeowner policies, insurance companies sometimes employ a number of methods to limit the amount of damage ultimately paid out as a result of a fire. For example, an insurance company may attempt to limit the scope of covered damage where the entire house does not burn down or is not visibly destroyed by a fire. In other instances, insurance companies may only agree to pay for cleaning of smoke-damaged contents even when credible evidence exists that the smoke-damaged items cannot be successfully cleaned.
We work with qualified experts who will address questions relating to scope of damage as well as proper treatment with respect to damaged contents or personal property.
If you believe your insurance company is attempting to avoid its responsibilities under the policy, contact an experienced fire claims lawyer at William A. Kendall, P.C. We are located in Dallas, Texas, and handle property insurance disputes statewide.
For a free consultation with an insurance claims dispute attorney at our firm, call 214-736-9296, or contact us by e-mail.
Why Hire Us?
We are experienced and unrelenting. Due to the extensive preparation and buildup of our clients' cases, we have been able to settle the large majority of our cases without the need for a jury trial, though we are always willing and able to take the insurance companies to trial when they refuse to make a fair offer.
We generally work on a contingency fee basis, so you pay no attorney fees unless we recover for you. William A. Kendall devotes a majority of his legal practice to property insurance claims disputes and has helped hundreds of property owners protect their rights.
Do Not Take No for an Answer
Do not let your insurance company tell you no. You paid your insurance policy premiums each month. You fulfilled your part of the deal. Now it is time for them to honor their promise and pay you what is owed under the policy.
Contact Us
You do not have to deal with the insurance company and their army of adjusters on your own. Let us deal with them for you. For your free consultation, call 214-736-9296, or contact us by e-mail.
