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Business Interruption Claims After Hurricane Laura

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2020 presented multiple unprecedented challenges for all Americans. Hurricane Laura hit the residents of southwest Louisiana with fearsome strength, causing massive destruction. Thousands of businesses were destroyed and damaged by the severe winds and relentless flooding. If your business closed due to Hurricane Laura, contact the qualified attorneys at The BFH Law Group to discuss your options and review...

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Do I Need an Attorney for My Lake Charles Homeowners Insurance Claim?

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When a hurricane damages a roof, it is considered an act of God or a force of nature. As a result, the homeowner’s insurance usually covers the damage. The claim does not process automatically. Nor is there an automatic appeal if the insurance company denies your claim. Be proactive in both stages by filing an insurance claim accurately and...

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Why Did My Insurance Deny My Claim After Hurricane Laura?

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For insurance and legal purposes, hurricanes are not accidents. They are dangerous wind and water events that can cause massive damages. On Thursday, August 27, 2020, Hurricane Laura made landfall and caused $14 billion in damages near southwestern Louisiana and southeastern Texas near the Gulf of Mexico.  If the hurricane damaged your property, your insurance company must address your...

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Secrets About State Farm Car Accident Claims

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One of the leading injuries, if not the leading injury of car accident victims, is whiplash. In fact, whiplash injuries affect more than one million people in the United States every year. To make matters worse, whiplash victims must also frequently deal with insurance companies like State Farm after their accident. If you have sustained whiplash injuries in a...

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New Orleans Insurance Disputes: Should You Hire an Attorney?

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When you experience an accident or property damage in New Orleans, you expect your insurance company to help. After all, you pay premiums every month so that you have coverage in an emergency. However, insurance companies don’t always come through on their end of the bargain. What should you do if your insurance refuses to pay your claim? Some...

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Third-Party Bad Faith Claim

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If you are injured by the negligence of another person, their insurance company is usually responsible to pay for your injuries. However, sometimes an insurance company refuses to settle for a reasonable amount, even when their liability is clear. If this happens to you, an experienced personal injury attorney can help you pursue a third-party bad faith claim against...

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How to Deal with an Insurance Adjuster After a House Fire

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A house fire can be a devastating experience for a homeowner, and dealing with an insurance adjuster in the aftermath can only make matters worse. Though it can be a complicated process, you don’t have to go through it on your own.  If you or a loved one has been affected by a house fire, know you are not...

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How Long Does an Insurance Company Have to Pay a Claim in Texas?

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Are you waiting to hear back regarding an insurance claim you filed in Texas? If so, you might be wondering what you need to do next. The lawyers at the BFH Law Group understand that this can be a complicated process to navigate on your own. Read on to find out more about the insurance claims settlement process in...

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Texas Insurance Code 541 and 542

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In Texas, insurance companies owe a wide range of duties to their policyholders aimed at ensuring claims are promptly adjusted and settled in a fair manner. An insurance company that breaches these duties can be liable to the policyholder for additional damages, penalties, and attorney’s fees. The reason insurance companies are so closely regulated is the inherent advantage they...

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Bad Faith Insurance in Texas: Know Your Rights

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In Texas, insurance companies owe a wide range of duties to their policyholders aimed at ensuring claims are promptly adjusted and settled in a fair manner. An insurance company that breaches these duties can be liable to the policyholder for additional damages, penalties, and attorney’s fees beyond what is owed under the insurance policy. The reason insurance companies are...

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