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Posted By Dick Law Firm 4-May-2021

RVOS HOME INSURANCE STRONG-ARMS TEXAS RESIDENT AFTER WINTER STORM URI

Austin Texas resident Scott Glover in February 2021 had 60 gallons of water pumped from his bedroom floor as a result of broken water pipes during the Winter Storm Uri. "My bed, my clothes, and many of my personal belongings were all flooded ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 18-Aug-2020

How to Dispute Your C.L.U.E. Report

How to File a LexisNexis Dispute Over Your C.L.U.E. Report For those who aren’t entirely certain what a C.L.U.E. report is, it’s a database maintained by LexisNexis that contains claims info on your personal property and vehicles. ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 17-Aug-2020

Consolidation of COVID Business Loss Suits Denied; But Grouping by Insurer Eyed

The legal panel on multidistrict litigation (MDL) has denied a proposal to consolidate cases brought by multiple businesses against various insurers for coronavirus-related business losses. The U.S. Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation rejected ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 6-Aug-2020

What Happens If I Can't Get Homeowner's Insurance?

What Happens If I Can't Get Homeowner's Insurance? A home is a significant investment, and it is important to take steps to protect that investment against potential costly damages. A standard insurance policy for homeowners covers your home ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 2-Aug-2020

Court Affirms $34.3M Jury Verdict Against State Farm Life Insurance

The class action was filed in June 2016, in the Western District of Missouri by Michael Vogt and other individuals who owned universal life insurance policy form 94030 issued by State Farm. The lawsuit alleged that State Farm breached the terms of ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 31-Jul-2020

Merchants fight denials of business interruption insurance claims

Restaurants, bars and other business owners struggling to stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic are desperately reaching out for a lifeline from insurers through their business interruption insurance policies. But insurers contend they are ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 29-Jul-2020

Insurance battle their clients over the coronavirus

The legal and legislative fight over how much insurance companies must pay for coronavirus-related losses is just starting, and it's likely to get uglier. Why it matters: COVID-19 is, as one insurance industry executive puts it, "the biggest ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 28-Jul-2020

United Property & Casualty Insurance Company Pays Up $20,529.88

United Property & Casualty Insurance Company Pays Up $20,529.88. This is after insurance company initially made allegations that claim was under the deductible. Client can sue for attorney fees and interest. This sum is after any applicable ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 26-Jul-2020

Clear Blue Insurance Company Pays Up $17,581.60

Clear Blue Insurance Company Pays Up $17,581.60 After initially claiming the storm damage claim was paid under the deductible, Clear Blue Insurance Company pays an additional $17,581.60. This is after any applicable deductible has been taken out. ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 25-Jul-2020

Do home insurance claims increase premiums?

Do home insurance claims increase premiums? The simple answer is no. Insurance companies can decide not to renew a homeowner if they have excessive number of claims. When evaluating the insurance premium that you are paying your insurance company, ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 23-Jul-2020

Can homeowners insurance deny claim?

Can homeowners insurance deny claim? Yes. Perfectly valid insurance claims are commonly denied. You have rights and can appeal the decision. Be sure to contact an experienced home insurance claim attorney today. -- Can homeowners insurance deny ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 22-Jul-2020

what happens after the home insurance adjuster comes out

What happens after the home insurance adjuster comes out? The insurance adjuster will generate a report. This report could deny the claim, underpay the claim, or pay the claim. Homeowners need to know that they can accept the money and hire an ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 21-Jul-2020

Houston Rockets sue NBA over denied pandemic coverage claim

The Houston Rockets filed a lawsuit against the team's insurer for denying a claim to recoup financial losses caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to multiple reports. Rocket Ball Ltd. and Clutch City Sports & Entertainment LP, the ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 19-Jul-2020

Can i cancel a home insurance claim?

Can I Cancel a Home Insurance Claim? The simple answer is YES. Typically, this is called withdrawing the insurance claim. Independent insurance adjusters are known to encourage homeowners to withdraw valid home insurance claims. If an adjuster asked ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 16-Jul-2020

COVID-19 Insurance Claims Must Be Paid Promptly

Covid 19 Insurance Claims COVID-19 insurance coverage articles written over the past several weeks are a mixed bag. Some articles paint an optimistic picture, where coverage is a possibility or a certainty, whereas others make coverage sound as ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 15-Jul-2020

Hon. Eric Dick live discussion in Houston

Eric Dick live discussion in Houston with Chris Carmona & Phillip Bryant Chris Carmona, Eric Dick and Phillip Bryant discussion on Houston Texas. COVID-19 Insurance claims & Watson explosion information. can you cash an insurance claim ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 14-Jul-2020

Insurers Hit with Lawsuit on Refusal to Pay COVID-19 Claims - The Honorable Eric Dicl

Insurers Hit with Lawsuit on Refusal to Pay COVID-19 Claims A class action lawsuit has been filed against Canada’s top indemnity insurers for breach of contract in their refusal to pay business interruption claims from the COVID-19 crisis. ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 13-Jul-2020

Allstate Pays Up $18,249.14

Allstate Pays Up $18,249.14 on an initially underpaid homeowner's insurance claim. Dick Law Firm's client still has the right to sue for attorney fees and interest it lost. -- Consider Enlisting an Insurance Lawyer to Make Your Insurance ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 11-Jul-2020

Insurance Companies Deny Business Claims During COVID 19 Pandemic

Insurance Companies Deny Business Claims During COVID 19 Pandemic As the spread of COVID-19 decimates the nation’s restaurant industry, business owners have pored over their insurance policies with hopes of discovering a safety net, only to ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 6-Jul-2020

These Houston Restaurants Have Permanently Closed During the Covid-19 Pandemic

In mid-March, restaurants across the city were required to close their dining rooms in an effort to stem the spread of coronavirus. The shutdown has been disastrous for the industry, with millions of jobs lost across the country and, unfortunately, ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 5-Jul-2020

Taking It To The Courts

Taking It To The Courts The ongoing debate over business interruption coverage is not likely to be quelled anytime soon. It already has moved into the legal arena with the recent filing of multiple lawsuits by restaurateurs in Chicago, New Orleans ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 4-Jul-2020

More Concerns About State Farm Loyds

MORE CONCERNS WITH STATE FARM During the covid-19 pandemic, State Farm advertised that it would give clients rebates. Kevin Mcclellan notes that State Farm increased his premiums and did not provide him a rebate. Unfortunately, State Farm is no ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 3-Jul-2020

Certain Underwriters at Lloyds London pays up $65,348.86

Certain Underwriters at Lloyds London pays a client of Dick Law Firm $65,348.86. The client is still entitled to sue for attorney fees it incurred and collect interest on money. certain underwriters at lloyds london certain underwriters at ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 3-Jul-2020

William Marchbanks v. Liberty Insurance Corporation

IN THE SUPREME COURT OF TEXAS ══════════ No. 18-0977 ══════════ WILLIAM MARCHBANKS, PETITIONER, v. LIBERTY INSURANCE CORPORATION, RESPONDENT ══════════════════════════════════════════ ON PETITION FOR REVIEW FROM THE COURT OF APPEALS FOR THE ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 30-Jun-2020

Amica Pays Up 34k!

Amica pays up $33,532.91 on an insurance claim it initially underpaid to Dick Law Firm client. Client may sue Amica to recover attorney fees and interest it lost. More information on Amica Amica Mutual Insurance Company is a mutual insurance company ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 29-Jun-2020

Does homeowners insurance cover water damage from leaking roof?

Does homeowners insurance cover water damage from a leaking roof? Generally, yes. However, some insurance companies may try to deny perfectly valid insurance claims by claiming that there wasn't a storm-created opening. Instead, the water ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 28-Jun-2020

LUBY'S RESTAURANT ANNOUNCES INTENT TO SELL ASSETS

LUBY'S RESTAURANT ANNOUNCES INTENT TO SELL ASSETS Another Texas icon has fallen prey to a bleak financial situation. Luby’s Inc. announced recently that it is going to sell all operating divisions and real estate assets to pay stockholders ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 27-Jun-2020

AXA INSURANCE PAYS RESTAURANT LOSSES CLAIM DUE TO CORONAVIRUS SHUTDOWN

AXA INSURANCE PAYS RESTAURANT LOSSES CLAIM DUE TO CORONAVIRUS SHUTDOWN A Paris France court ruled last week that AXA insurance company will pay a restaurant owner two months of revenue losses caused by the COVID-19 virus pandemic. AXA argued that its ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 27-Jun-2020

Is Patrick Sharkey a Bias Umpire?

Appraisal Umpires The appraisal clause, which permits a policyholder to employ an independent appraiser to evaluate the number of their damages, is closely related to the umpire clause. As a result, the insurance company will employ its appraiser. ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 23-Jun-2020

Continued Complaints with State Farm

Matthew Northrup complains about State Farm. Previously, State Farm has paid $352.5 million to Texas residents for over charging them and $250 million for bribery. Consumer Complaint: On November 26th, 2006, we had a fire. Our house had been so badly ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 18-Jun-2020

Insurance lobbyist bribing state officials?

In a social media post from insurance lobbyist Steve Badger, he states Texas Deductible Eaters Beware! Recent hail storms in West Texas have brought out the crook contractors still willing to violate the law and waive deductibles despite our new law ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 18-Jun-2020

Hiscox Action Group Launches $50M Arbitration Claim for COVID Biz Interruption Dispute

The law firm that represents the Hiscox Action Group has commenced an arbitration against Hiscox Insurance for non-payment of business interruption insurance totaling £40 million ($50 million). The action group, composed of disgruntled Hiscox ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 11-Jun-2020

Over 60% of COVID-19 business interruption claims are rejected by insurers

Nearly two-thirds of business interruption claims made by companies during COVID-19 have been refused by insurers, a major survey by the Alliance for Insurance Reform (AIR) has found. The survey found that while only a third of the 2,095 respondents ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 2-Jun-2020

LONG RUNNING HOUSTON RESTAURANT CLOSES IT'S DOORS

LONG RUNNING HOUSTON RESTAURANT CLOSES IT'S DOORS Lucky’s Pub at 801 Saint Emanuel just east of downtown has long been the site of charity chili cookoffs, sports watching, personal celebrations and, most importantly, just a comfortable ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 28-Jun-2016

How Long Do I Have to File a Homeowners Insurance Claim?

In the event that a person’s home should be damaged due to a natural disaster or some other type of catastrophe, many people turn to their homeowners insurance policies for much needed financial support. But what happens if a person does not ...

Posted By Dick Law Firm 26-Apr-2016

Ways to Avoid Delays on Your Insurance Claim

In a perfect world, insurance policyholders would submit a claim, the insurer would investigate the claim, and then promptly send the policyholder their payment upon approval. Unfortunately, this is rarely the case. Policyholders frequently encounter ...

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