In the aftermath of a tornado, amidst a flurry of outside influence on the best way to file a claim for property damage to your home, know that we are here as your true advocates. We utilize our extensive experience in the insurance claim process and align our interests with yours, serving no other party.
Before the dust settles, we can be at your side to provide the knowledge and understanding of your homeowners insurance policy. Our public adjusters deal with the insurance company on your behalf so that you receive the optimum amount needed for you and your family to recover.
A tornado can wreak havoc on your home, puncturing roofs and walls, breaking windows, and tearing gas and water lines. Fires can erupt from damaged gas and electrical lines, while your home can also sustain significant water damage from an accompanying storm. Even worse, a tornado can leave your family without a home.
Does your homeowners insurance policy fully cover such devastation? Our public adjusters are here to advocate on your behalf as we lift the burden of managing your claim. We assist with a thorough inventory of your valuable contents and negotiate with your insurance company to get you the maximum amount for your recovery and the future of your family. When it comes to home insurance claims, public adjusting services can make a crucial difference in getting you a fair insurance claim settlement. Our team of expert adjusters will help you recover more from your TX tornado or wind damage sooner.
Make sure you fully understand the meaning of each of the following before you move forward. Feel free to reach out to us for a no-cost discussion about your claim.
How much do I really need to know?
How much of my time will this take?
How can I minimize the emotional toll on my family?
How can I minimize the effect on my work/career?
How large of an advance should I expect?
Is there anyone on my side?
How much time over the next several months will you need to put aside to handle your claim properly? How will all of those hours affect your family? Your job?
What is the emotional investment that you will need to commit to the process?
Can you get paid for your time?
Are you entitled to an advance from the insurance company? What is reasonable?
What is your broker or agent’s role? Will his/her role be active or passive? When faced with supporting your position or the insurance company’s, where will he/she stand?
Are you familiar with the forms/practices below and what their request/issuance is telescoping? Request for a Proof of Loss. Reservation of Rights letter. Request for an Examination Under Oath.
Property Damage Losses Homeowners Claims Recovery Process
Property Damage
Time Element
Life & Safety Issues
Mitigation of Damages
Establish A Preliminary Recovery Plan
Evaluation of Coverages
Valuation Of Damages, Claim Preparation, and Documentation
Months after the storm passed, the County was still faced with tremendous burdens related to the insurance coverage issues and FEMA and MEMA eligibility issues. Jackson County hired Adjusters International to provide professional services for disaster assistance, remediation, restoration and recovery efforts. ...Their expertise with governmental regulations, the complex FEMA process and insurance adjustments resulted in our successful claim for over $2 million in additional FEMA Public Assistance funding specifically; in our successful negotiations with our insurance carrier; and in numerous other increases in the values FEMA and MEMA initially designated for County projects. Jackson County will always be mindful of the help we received from Adjusters International when we needed it most.
Alan K. Sudduth
County Administrator - Board of Supervisors, Jackson County, Mississippi
Certainly the tragedy of the World Trade Center explosion will remain etched in our memories forever. We can, however, take pride in the united response of hundreds of people which enabled the complex to be reopened in record time and reconstructed on an expedited schedule. At the same time, as you well know, we were involved in a long, sometimes agonizing process of pursuing settlement activities with insurers. Without your help, and the help of many others the settlement wouldn't have been concluded as successfully as it was. On behalf of The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, I would like to thank you for the expert advice you provided to me and my staff in our effort to bring the World Trade Center explosion insurance claim to closure. Your expertise and insight in this long and arduous negotiation were invaluable.
Bruce D. Bohlen
Treasurer - The Port Authority of NY & NJ, New York, NY
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Understanding your insurance policy before a disaster strikes is essential to protecting your organization and ensuring the fast recovery for the next major hurricane or windstorm
Luis Esteves, Principal and Executive General Adjuster at Jansen/Adjusters International discusses the importance of an accurate homeowner's property inventory
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Jim is a third-generation public adjuster, he has a reputation for honesty and integrity in negotiating a fair and proper insurance settlement for his clients.
Evaluate
Evaluating your insurance policy to establish the best possible strategy for presenting your claim to the insurer.
Strategy
Valuing, documenting, and substantiating every detail.
Communication
Keeping you informed every step of the way.
Negotiation
Negotiating on your behalf with your insurance company.
Settlement
Ultimately settling the claim for the maximum amount and with less hassle for you.
Alan K. SudduthCounty Administrator - Board of Supervisors, Jackson County, Mississippi
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