Army Corps of Engineers Held Responsible for Harvey Flood Damage
After hitting Houston and other Texas coastal cities in 2017, Hurricane Harvey left a lasting impact that is still felt by many today. As many Houston area residents still grapple…
Exposed Siding Can Be Damaging to Commercial Properties
For many business owners, the properties they own and operate out of are often just as important as the products and services they sell. Commercial properties should also serve to…
Government Liable for Flooding of Upstream Properties during Hurricane Harvey
On December 17, 2019, Judge Charles Lettow of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims entered an order and opinion that “the government’s actions relating to the Addicks and Barker Dams…
What Happens When a Fire Damages a Church?
When a fire damages or destroys a church or place of worship, the effects can be incredibly devastating. Often looked at as places of tranquility and solace, when places of…
Industrial Property Fires
Fires can be devastating to commercial property owners. When large fires and explosions happen to a commercially-owned industrial property, it can cause billions of dollars in damages. According to the…
How Climate Change Affects Homeowners Insurance
Climate change has reached a critical tipping point; we now know it’s not if we will have to endure weather-related incidents, but when. Home insurance rates increased more than 50…
Hurricane Deductible Reimbursement Policies
If you own property in an area of the United States with a high hurricane risk, make sure you understand your insurance policy terms with regard to hurricane-related coverage. Beyond…
Restaurant Property Damage After a Hailstorm
Hail damage to a restaurant can cost a business thousands of dollars in lost revenue with each passing day. When a hailstorm damages a restaurant, it is more likely to…
New Study Shows High Rates of Learning Disability and ADHD in College Athletes
A paper published in June in the Journal of Scientific Practice and Integrity (JoSPI) details abnormally high rates of learning disability and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder diagnoses among incoming college football players…
How To Inventory Your “Business Personal Property” For Insurance Reasons
It is very important to have property insurance in the event of damage and loss, but keep in mind you must be able to show proof of your contents and…