Floridians know just how devastating hurricanes, tropical storms, tropical depressions, and other severe weather can be. Our team of legal professionals at The Burton Firm understands navigating the insurance claims process can be extremely stressful.

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Hurricane Andrew, Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Wilma, Hurricane Irma, Hurricane Michael, and Hurricane Dorian are just a few of the devastating storms to pass through or threaten Florida in recent years.

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If you've suffered damage to your home or business -- such as to your roof, flooring, personal property, or to the structure -- we can help get your insurance company to pay for repairs. The lawyers at The Burton Firm can assist you in understanding your rights as a homeowner and/or business owner. Our legal team will evaluate your case to determine the amount of insurance coverage available to you.

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Our attorneys have years of experience representing homeowners and business owners. We have handled a broad range of insurance cases (e.g. fire claims, water damage claims, wind damage claims, structural issues, electrical shortages, mold damage, hurricane and storm damage claims, bad faith claims, etc.). We have also represented homeowners and business owners with cases involving some of the largest insurance companies (e.g. Chubb, Great Northern, Federal Insurance, Tower Hill, USAA, United Property & Casualty Insurance, State Farm, and Citizens).

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Often times, navigating insurance claims and legal matters associated with a insurance claims can be confusing. However, our team of legal professionals can assist you in answering many common questions, such as:

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• How do I file an insurance claim?

• How do I obtain a copy of my insurance policy?

• What types of insurance coverage are available?

• When do I have to notify my insurance company of a claim?

• Who is responsible for paying for repairs?

• Do I need to come out of pocket for repairs?

• Do I need a public adjuster?

• Do I have to allow the insurance company to inspect my property after I make a

• claim?

• Do I have to use the insurance company’s contractors to make repairs?

• How much is my claim worth?

• Do I have to give a statement under oath to an insurance company?

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Additionally, our lawyers can help you better understand the following matters related to

your case:

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• The nature of a first party insurance lawsuit;

• The purpose of a summons and a process server;

• Who you should consider suing for your claim;

• The court process in general;

• The timelines involved in first party insurance cases;

• The types of damages that may be available to you;

• The value of your claim;

• Depositions;

• The discovery process;

• Liability insurance;

• Property damage insurance;

• Insurance policy exclusions; and,

• Settlement potential

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Additionally, our legal team can provide you with a full understanding of your rights and responsibilities so you do not have to face this difficult and confusing process alone. If you have not yet made a claim under your insurance policy, the lawyers at The Burton Firm can help. Even if you have already been denied a claim under your insurance policy, or if the insurance company is not offering the full value of your claim, you may still be entitled to additional coverage. The lawyers at The Burton Firm can work with your insurance company, and can bring suit against them if necessary, in order to get you just compensation and to help you repair any damage to your home.

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If you need assistance with an insurance claim, please call The Burton Firm for a free consultation. Our legal team will evaluate your case and inform you of your legal rights and available options.