Tornados can reach incredible wind speeds and cause massive destruction. If the tornadoes associated with Hurricane Milton or another storm damaged or destroyed your home, you should be able to turn to your insurance company for compensation to help you rebuild. If you are struggling to access your policy’s benefits, our Port St. Lucie tornado damage lawyers can help. While we manage your insurance claim, you can focus on your family.
Whether we are filing an initial claim or appeal, our Port St. Lucie property damage lawyers will speak with your insurance company and its adjuster. We will manage all documentation for you, including claim forms and evidence collection. During a free initial consultation with a GED Lawyers team member, you can learn more about your rights as a Port St. Lucie homeowner. Contact our legal team today.
Let Our Port St. Lucie Tornado Damage Attorneys Assist With Your Claim
The property damage claims process can be time-consuming and involve copious paperwork, information gathering, and interactions with the insurance adjuster. You do not have to deal with the stress of filing a comprehensive claim while taking care of yourself and your family after a severe storm.
When our law firm represents you, we will take all of the following actions for you:
- Examine your homeowners’ insurance policy
- List your property damage and covered losses
- Communicate with the insurance adjuster
- Document the damage your home sustained
- Negotiate for a favorable settlement on your behalf
Our Port St. Lucie personal injury lawyers also know how frustrating it can be to wonder about your claim and its outcome, so we provide timely and informative updates at each phase. If your insurance provider denied your initial application, we will file a comprehensive appeal.
Our law firm has a history of winning. We have recovered over $26 million since 1995 and never stop fighting for the clients we represent.
See Why Previous Clients Recommend Our Client-Focused Team at Ged Lawyers
Our entire team works hard to treat every client we represent like a person, not a case file. When previous clients talk about their experience with our law firm, they say things like the following:
- “I was struggling trying to deal with our insurance company … after Hurricane Ian. I felt defeated! I hired Ged Lawyers to take over the claim and … My wife and I are both relieved having the weight of this lifted off our shoulders.” -Alan Lovgren
- “I want [to] thank Maria Colon and her amazing team for all their support, time and help that they’ve done for me. Highly recommend them.” -Cathy Maldonado
Our testimonials page contains many additional reviews like these that attest to our dedication to exceptional client service and support.
The Enhanced Fujita Scale and How a Tornado Can Damage Your Port St. Lucie Home
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the Enhanced Fujita Scale measures a tornado’s strength, from EF0 (wind speeds of 65-85 mph) to EF5 (wind speeds of over 200 mph). According to the Treasure Coast News, at least eight tornados hit the Treasure Coast during Hurricane Milton, ranging from EF0 to EF3.
Depending on the severity of a tornado, commonly reported damage to homes includes:
- Damaged or toppled chimneys
- Broken or overturned trees
- Shredded or destroyed roofs
- Homes knocked off their foundations
- Damaged sheds and garages
- Window breakage or detachment
Our experienced attorneys can help you build a compelling case file that documents all the damages to your real and personal property and include it in your hurricane damage claim.
How We Will Document Your Covered Losses After a Tornado in St. Lucie County
The loss of your home and its belongings can feel deeply personal, making it hard to create an objective list of the damage to its structure and contents. Documents and evidence we will compile to support your compensation request may include:
- Photos of your property and all its structures
- Photos of landscaping and tornado debris
- Receipts for temporary accommodations
- Descriptions of your damaged or destroyed personal belongings
- Proof of the costs of securing your home
All the evidence we collect will accompany your Proof of Loss statement. This mandatory document also includes the amount of compensation you are requesting, the date the damage occurred, and proof of your identity.
How and When to File Your Tornado Damage Claim in Port St. Lucie, FL
The sooner you report the damage to your property and put our law firm to work on your claim, the better. Your insurance company will have unique filing guidelines and deadlines. In addition, Florida law (Florida Statutes § 95.11) also restricts the time you have to take action.
Per the Florida Homeowner Claims Bill of Rights, your insurance company generally has:
- 7 days to confirm receipt of your claim
- 30 days to investigate your Proof of Loss statement
- 7 days after approval to provide a compensation estimate
- 60 days to pay or deny your claim
Learn more about the timing of your claim and how hard our Port St. Lucie tornado damage lawyers work to meet all notification and filing deadlines. Contact our consultation team at Ged Lawyers to get started today.
Your Port St. Lucie Home Could Be Covered by Multiple Policies
Tornados, especially those associated with hurricanes, may be accompanied by heavy rain. This can cause water damage, including flooding and all its related issues, like mold. Getting compensation for flood damage could involve a different policy or different insurer altogether. If you have a flood insurance policy, we will help you file a flood damage claim to cover this potentially costly and extensive damage.
Part of our commitment to exceptional service is exploring every possible avenue of financial recovery. We will accommodate your schedule with evening and weekend appointments as needed and represent you on a contingency fee basis. We will handle all the hard work of your claim and cover any upfront costs. You will pay us nothing if you do not receive a financial award.
Get Legal Support for Your Port St. Lucie Tornado Damage Claim
Getting compensation from your insurance company after a tornado can be a time-consuming process. Our Port St. Lucie tornado damage lawyers will document your covered losses and manage all the paperwork of filing a claim.
Find out how hard we will fight to obtain a fair financial recovery for you. Contact our consultation team at GED Lawyers for a no-cost, no-obligation claim evaluation today.
