THEFT & VANDALISM ATTORNEYS
DID SOMEONE STEAL OR DAMAGE YOUR PROPERTY?
Few things are more invasive than having your personal property stolen or intentionally damaged by others. Not only does loss due to theft or vandalism cause financial damage, but also a loss of sentiments you may never be able to fully replace. Victims of these crimes are typically insured from loss under their property insurance but, as with many agreements, there are bound to be disputes in some instances.
If you’ve experienced damage to your property due to theft or vandalism and your insurance company has underpaid or denied compensation of your claim, contact one of our experienced attorneys to evaluate your case. The consultation is free, and you pay nothing unless we secure a successful result for you.
COMMON DAMAGES
You may be entitled to compensation for:
VANDALISM INSURANCE CLAIMS — WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW
No one’s home or private property should ever be subjected to an act of vandalism. We understand how frightened and vulnerable the action can leave you feeling in the very environment where you should feel safe and secure. The last thing you want to worry about is whether your insurance claim will be accepted or not. Homeowners should not be responsible for repairing the damage — thankfully, most homeowner’s and commercial insurance policies provide coverage for it. However, before you receive a settlement, you may have to endure a time-consuming struggle with your insurance provider to get what you need.
WHAT IS CONSIDERED VANDALISM?
Vandalism can include a wide variety of criminal behavior and generally involves any deliberate action with the malicious intent of damaging or defacing another individual’s property. Vandalism is considered a crime due to the threat it can pose to society. The penalties upon being convicted for vandalism may be a fine, jail sentence, an order to pay for repairs, or all three.
Some examples of vandalism are:
WHAT SHOULD YOU DO FOLLOWING A VANDALISM EVENT?
If you have suffered vandalism or theft damage, you should immediately:
WAS YOUR VANDALISM CLAIM DENIED?
If you fail to do any of the points mentioned above when filing an insurance claim, there is a strong possibility that your claim will be rejected. Thus, it is very important to document as much evidence as possible to further strengthen your claim. However, there are instances when you can do everything right and still have your claim denied or delayed in bad faith. After all, insurance companies are for-profit businesses, and although it is unfortunate, many of these companies are usually only interested in increasing their own revenue.
Many insurance companies may be hesitant to pay vandalism claims and make up excuses to avoid settling your claim. They may delay or flat-out refuse to pay valid claims violating the rights of their policyholders, which is grounds for civil litigation. If you receive an offer and believe it is an amount way below what your property and possessions are worth, carefully consider accepting it. The process of convincing your insurance provider to compensate you can be a struggle. If you are experiencing any bad faith tactics, it is important that you have an attorney on your side to fight this battle for you. Our attorneys have the skills and experience to help get you the compensation that is rightfully owed to you.
CONTACT US FOR A FREE CONSULTATION
We encourage you to contact one of our attorneys if you were the victim of vandalism or theft and are having issues with your insurer covering the damages. You should not have to deal with the strain of persuading your insurer on top of the stress you are currently going through from the attack on your property. Regardless of whether you have suffered minimal or monumental losses, you deserve full compensation for all losses covered by your insurance policy.
To schedule a free consultation with one of our qualified attorneys, contact Potts Law Firm at (888) 420-1299.
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A successful claim against an insurance company can provide compensation for:
If you’ve contacted your insurance company regarding an insurance claim and have been denied or underpaid, you should immediately:
You may be entitled to more compensation than originally offered by your insurance company. With detailed claim information and a review of your policy documents, an attorney can determine if you have a case.
Seeking counsel from an insurance attorney is essential when resolving an insurance dispute. Insurance attorneys possess the knowledge to interpret insurance contract language while also considering their knowledge of insurance laws. If you find yourself facing an insurance provider who’s promised coverage but has denied or underpaid your insurance claim, it is important to speak to an attorney who can help you understand your rights.
When filing a theft and vandalism claim, policyholders may experience some of the following issues with their insurance companies:
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For assistance from our experienced legal team, please contact us online or call (888) 420-1299 today.
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