Hurricane Milton caused widespread devastation throughout St. Lucie County in October 2024. If Hurricane Milton or one of the tornadoes the storm spawned damaged or destroyed your home, our Port St. Lucie Hurricane Milton damage lawyers will help you seek compensation from your insurance company.
The insurance claims process can be overwhelming if you go it alone. When our Port. St. Lucie hurricane property damage lawyers represent you, we will file an evidence-packed claim or appeal and fight for the coverage your policy promises. Find out how hard we will go to bat for you. Contact our team at GED Lawyers to get a free initial consultation today.
The Benefits of Hiring Our Port St. Lucie Hurricane Milton Damage Attorneys
Hurricane Milton was one of the most intense storms to ever hit the East Coast. It caused power outages and extensive structural damage to homes and other properties throughout the Port St. Lucie area.
If you are still reeling from this storm’s devastation, you can leave the hard work and legwork of your financial recovery to our client-focused team. Our Port St. Lucie personal injury lawyers will gather evidence, document the before-and-after state of your property, and file a hurricane damage insurance claim on your behalf.
If you purchased a standard homeowners insurance policy, a separate flood insurance policy, and/or other types of insurance to protect your home, our law firm will help you fight for the financial assistance you need after a natural disaster. Since recovering damages for covered losses can involve multiple policies, our hurricane damage attorneys will:
- Read every page of every applicable policy
- Identify each policy’s covered losses
- Identify each policy’s compensation limits
- Prepare a well-documented Proof of Loss form
- Carefully list and detail your potential recovery
- Prepare and file one or more insurance claims
We are passionate about supporting homeowners in St. Lucie County and throughout Florida in the aftermath of hurricane season. Our lawyers will make a settlement demand, make counteroffers as needed, and negotiate for the best possible financial outcome for you.
Our Entire Team Works Hard to Provide a 360-Degree Client Service Experience
Filing your insurance claim or appeal is only the beginning of our work with your hurricane damage claim. We understand the importance of exceptional client service after the harrowing experience of a hurricane.
Our law firm has a history of winning and offers exceptional client care. Our client-focused team:
- Has recovered over $26 million in damages
- Has a track record of impressive client financial awards
- Accepts evening and weekend appointments
- Provides access to a wealth of client resources
We also make it easier for our diverse community to get legal support by providing a staff fluent in multiple languages, including Spanish, Creole, Arabic, Greek, Russian, Turkish, and Portuguese.
Get Legal Support for Your Claim Immediately and With No Out-of-Pocket Expense
You do not have to wait to put a Port St. Lucie property damage lawyer to work on your hurricane damage claim. We will accept your case on a contingency fee basis. That means we charge nothing upfront, cover all fees or costs, and are only compensated when you are. If you do not get compensation from your insurer, you will not owe us any attorney fees.
Our Port St. Lucie Hurricane Milton Damage Lawyers Will Guide You Through the Claim Filing Process
Filing a claim with your insurance company starts with understanding the specific requirements of your policy. Bring us a copy of your policy and leave the rest to us. According to the Insurance Information Institute (III), the steps involved in filing a claim include:
- Collecting official reports
- Completing and filing claim forms
- Requesting a damage inspection
- Making only necessary repairs
- Creating a list of covered losses
- Keeping all relevant receipts
When you are ready to file a comprehensive claim, our property damage attorneys will support you from initial filing to settlement negotiation. Learn more by contacting our consultation team at Ged Lawyers today.
Evidence We May Collect to Prove the Extent of Your Property Damage or Loss
We will support your insurance claim with a compelling evidence collection. A well-documented case file will generally include:
- Before-and-after photos and videos of your home
- A complete copy of all applicable insurance policies
- A room-by-room description of your home’s contents
- A detailed list of exterior damage (landscaping, garages, sheds, etc.)
- Receipts for additional living expenses for your family
Provide us with copies of any of these items already in your possession. Our legal team will collect additional evidence that supports your claim.
Our Port St. Lucie Hurricane Damage Attorneys Will Fight Lowball Offers or a Denied Claim
At GED Lawyers, we will keep your best interests at the forefront of your damage claim. Insurance companies operate with their bottom line in mind. Some commonly reported reasons insurers deny claims include:
- Adjuster errors
- Filed too late
- Fraud or negligence
- Lack of evidence
- Lapsed policies
- Not mitigating loss
- Policy exclusions
We’ll aim to obtain compensation for all your covered losses so you can restore your home and get your life back on track. We know how to combat a denied claim and fight for fair compensation from your policy.
How Bad Faith Tactics From Your Insurer Could Lead to Additional Compensation
Insurance companies—big and small—can quickly become overwhelmed by damage claims after a destructive storm. This inundation of claims can lead to inadvertent mistakes like having your claim get lost in a shuffle of paperwork. Unfortunately, it can also lead to bad faith insurance practices.
Florida Statutes § 624.155 describes all of the following as bad faith practices:
- Altering your claim after submission
- Intentionally delaying your claim
- Dishonest representation of your coverage
- Failure to communicate with you in writing
- Failure to investigate your property damage
If your insurer acted in bad faith, our Port St. Lucie disaster recovery lawyers will clarify your options for a civil claim that could lead to additional financial recovery.
Your Hurricane Milton Damage Claim Review Is Free in Port St. Lucie
A hurricane or related tornado can cause damage to your home and emotional upheaval for you and your family. While you focus on caring for each other, a Port St. Lucie Hurricane Milton damage lawyer from our team will gather evidence to prove your losses and file your claim.
Learn more about our claims filing process and how hard we will work to appeal a denied claim. Contact our consultation team at Ged Lawyers to get started today.
