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Property Damage Insurance Claim Denials Based on Wear and Tear
Under common all-risk insurance policies, the policyholder must only demonstrate a covered loss was sustained during the policy period. Then, the insurance company must cover the loss unless a policy exclusion says they don’t have to. Insurers include various exceptions in these all-risk policies, one of which is called a “wear and tear” exclusion. Insurance…
The Ins and Outs of North Carolina Bad Faith Insurance Claims
Once you file a claim with your insurance company, your fate is in the insurer’s hands. Even if you fill out all the necessary forms, answer all questions, cooperate with inspectors and adjusters, you can’t make a carrier pay as quickly as you need the funds. You depend on the insurance company to pay for…
John Whitfield has been significant in his management of a suit involving the death of my son in a motorcycle accident. His professionalism, compassion, support, and especially his knowledge base in this suit has been above reproach. He has communicated well and kept all parties apprised of the status of the suit. I feel he negotiated effectively to reach the best possible settlement for my son's estate. He certainly assures his clients are represented well. I am grateful for his successfully bringing this suit to a satisfactory conclusion. In short, John's expertise has been awesome.
I am very grateful to Whitfield Bryson for taking the initiative in filing suit against the manufacturers of defective CSST pipe. I am sure that this successful litigation will now help Maryland homeowners become aware of the danger of old style CSST pipe and to let them know what steps they may take to protect themselves against those dangers. Who knows how many lives and homes may be saved as a result of his efforts. Thank you for your important work in this litigation.
