Month: June 2017
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3 things you must do if you are going to file an insurance claim
Read more: 3 things you must do if you are going to file an insurance claimGetting into a car accident or seeing your home damaged by storms can be physically and emotionally painful. In these situations, the only comfort you might have is the assurance that you have insurance. In order to ensure that you are properly compensated for damages…
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5 things you can do to protect yourself from summer accidents
Read more: 5 things you can do to protect yourself from summer accidentsDid you know that this month is recognized as National Safety Month in the U.S.? The National Safety Council announced this yearly reminder as we head into summer, which is when the highest number of certain accidents occur. While the official recognition of safety efforts may only…
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3 steps to take after your hailstorm damage claim is denied
Read more: 3 steps to take after your hailstorm damage claim is deniedIf a hailstorm has severely damaged your home, you expect your insurance to compensate you. Unfortunately, this does not always happen. If you have a denied insurance claim, you are likely frustrated, confused and, frankly, angry. These are all normal emotions to feel, but do…
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Tenant, grocer clash over closing of store
Read more: Tenant, grocer clash over closing of storeCommercial leases are in place to provide critical guidance to landlords and tenants. These agreements should be clear and enforceable, as any inconsistencies, vague terms or missing information can spark disputes later on. For instance, Texas-based grocer Whole Foods is involved in a dispute regarding…
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Can my insurance company cancel my policy?
Read more: Can my insurance company cancel my policy?The short answer to the question posed in the headline is yes. Insurance companies can and do cancel policies for a number of reasons we examine below. Understand, though, that there are laws in place that specify when a policy can be cancelled and what…
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What’s the difference between negligence and recklessness?
Read more: What’s the difference between negligence and recklessness?If you get hurt in an accident, there is a very real chance that it was no accident at all. In fact, many so-called accidents can and should be prevented. Unfortunately, they happen when people make bad decisions that put others in danger, even if…
