When a Hurricane Causes Hotel Property Damage
Many of the tropical vacation destinations we love so much are located within areas prone to hurricanes and other natural disasters, which often cause hotel property damage. But tourists losing…
Misrepresentation at Insurance Policy Inception
Often, insurance carriers focused on profits will allege policyholder misrepresentation or fraud was committed at the inception of an insurance contract, during the coverage period, and/or when making a claim…
The Duty to Preserve Evidence in an Insurance Claim
One of the most critical pieces of evidence in proving up a commercial property damage claim is the building itself; and failing to preserve evidence relevant to your damages can…
Most Common Reasons For Property Damage Claim Denials
After a disaster such as a fire, major plumbing leak, or windstorm occurs to your business, perhaps the worst news is finding out your claim has been denied. Here are some…
When a Hailstorm Hits a Warehouse
According to the National Weather Service, hail forms during intense storms when water droplets are brought to temperatures below their normal freezing point. Hailstorms can come seemingly out of nowhere…
How The TPPCA Works
In 2003, the Texas Legislature enacted the Texas Prompt Payment of Claims Act (“TPPCA”) to facilitate the prompt investigation and payment of Texas insurance claims. Codified in Section 542 of…
Hurricanes and Healthcare: When a Hurricane Hits a Hospital
Hurricanes are devastating to communities around the country. In the healthcare industry, the devastation comes at a time when the facilities are needed most. That’s why hospitals and other healthcare…
Barbara Technologies Corporation Lawsuit Result
On June 28, 2019, the Texas Supreme Court decided Barbara Technologies Corporation v. State Farm Lloyds. The court issued two key holdings that clarified the law regarding the impact of…
What Constitutes the Reasonable Investigation of an Insurance Claim?
In the Texas Insurance Code, Section 541.060(a)(7), insurance carriers are required to pay a claim after reasonably investigating it. An insurer must commence its investigation of a first-party claim within…
Barbara Technologies Corporation v. State Farm Lloyds
On Friday, June 28, 2019, The Texas Supreme Court issued an important decision in Barbara Technologies Corporation v. State Farm Lloyds, No. 17-0640. We are honored to represent Barbara Technologies…