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Popular Bellaire Restaurant Files Water Intrusion Lawsuit

September 24, 2019

Raizner Law has filed a bad faith insurance lawsuit on behalf of the owners of a popular Bellaire restaurant  in Harris County, Texas against Westchester Surplus Lines Insurance Company (“Westchester”),…

Misrepresentation at Insurance Policy Inception

September 19, 2019

Jeff Raizner

Insurance Claim Lawsuits

Bad Faith, Bad Faith Insurance, Insurance Lawyers

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

September 17, 2019

Jeff Raizner

Insurance Claim Lawsuits

Bad Faith Insurance, Insurance Lawyers

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…

Hurricane Dorian’s Impact: From Florida to Virginia

September 12, 2019

Jeff Raizner

Hurricane Dorian

Hurricane Damage

Last week, the National Geodetic Survey began collecting aerial damage assessment images for Hurricane Dorian. Imagery is being collected in specific areas identified by NOAA in coordination with FEMA and other…

Most Common Reasons For Property Damage Claim Denials

September 10, 2019

Jeff Raizner

Insurance Claim Lawsuits

Commercial Claims, Insurance Lawyers

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…

Hurricane Dorian Damage

September 6, 2019

Jeff Raizner

Hurricane Dorian

Hurricane Damage

Category 4 Hurricane Dorian stopped moving over the northwestern Bahamas on Sunday night and Monday morning, devastating the island with a huge storm surge, destructive winds, and awful rain. As…

JJ Watt Shares Update on Hurricane Harvey Relief

September 4, 2019

Jeff Raizner

Hurricane Harvey Claims

Hurricane Harvey

As many Texas structures still remain in repair limbo two years after Hurricane Harvey hit, many were excited to read the two-year update from Houston Texans player J.J. Watt. His…

When a Hailstorm Hits a Warehouse

August 28, 2019

Jeff Raizner

Hailstorm Damage Insurance Claims

Hail, Hail Damage, Hail Storm

According to the National Weather Service, hail forms during intense storms when water droplets are brought to temperatures below their normal freezing point. The size of hail particles usually ranges…

What Is The Unauthorized Practice of Public Adjusting (UPPA)?

August 27, 2019

Jeff Raizner

Insurance Claim Lawsuits

Insurance Lawyers, Public Adjuster

A policyholder is entitled to hire a public adjuster to represent their interests after a natural disaster causes property damage. A public adjuster should be certified, licensed, bonded, and adequately…

How The TPPCA Works

August 23, 2019

Jeff Raizner

Insurance Claim Lawsuits

Insurance Lawyers, Prompt Pay

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…