Case Results

BMW Stolen Claim paid in full

Client's BMW was stolen from their driveway and recovered in New York, damaged and altered. Insurer refused to pay the claim for the vehicle, as well as for expenses incurred by client in retrieving the vehicle from New York, alleging client was involved in the theft.

Epidural Hematoma $540,000

11 year old suffers an epidural hematoma while jumping from bunk bed to bunk bed at summer camp.

Car Theft Claim Paid in Full

Client's vehicle was stolen from a shopping center in Miami and never recovered. Insurer refused to pay collision claim, continually stating over several months that it was investigating the theft loss. Insurer also requested various private documents from client, including tax returns and months of cellular telephone records, and accused client of breaching his obligations under the insurance contract by failing to cooperate with its investigation and provide the documents.

Home Burglarized Claim Paid in Full

Client's home was burglarized, resulting in loss of personal property, such as jewelry and electronics. Insurer refused to pay for the property, alleging it did not exist.

Stolen Vehicle Claim Paid in Full

Client's vehicle was stolen from a supermarket in Miami Beach and never recovered. Insurer refused to provide adequate payment for loss of vehicle under client's collision coverage.

Fractured Femur $175,000

86 year old woman suffers fractured femur while orderly is transferring her from wheelchair to car upon discharge from hospital.

Ramp Slip $130,000

36 year old man slips on ramp between cruise ship and tender craft resulting in torn quadriceps tendons.

Hurrican Wilma Roof Damage $125,000

Hurricane Wilma related homeowner's policy claim disputing amount of insurer's payment for storm related roof damage.

Motor Vehicle Collisions Claim Paid in Full

Client's Jaguar was involved in a motor vehicle collision. Insurer denied claim for loss of Jaguar alleging client cancelled his policy for the Jaguar a week before the crash.

Smoke & Water Damage $64,000

Smoke and water damage to one bedroom condo unit and its contents due to fire in a neighboring unit.

Boat Collision $453,000

Boat collision in Biscayne Bay resulting in multiple injuries.

Hurricane Wilma Claim paid in full

Hurricane Wilma caused severe damage to client's roof and, due to the insurer's refusal to pay for the damage over several years, home had severe mold issue. Insurer denied claim, alleging roof damage was not related to Hurricane.

Vehicle Stolen Claim Paid in Full

Client's vehicle was stolen from her place of business and later found on fire in a canal. Insurer refused to pay, alleging client was involved in the theft.

Defective Ladder $225,000

53 year old man falls from defective ladder resulting in multiple pelvic fractures.

Commercial Yard Burglarized Claim Paid in Full

Commercial Marine Vessel Repair Company's yard was burglarized resulting in the loss of a substantial amount of tools and equipment. Insurer disputed the existence, number and quality of tools and equipment claimed.

Defective Ladder $75,000

48 year old man fell from a defective fixed ladder resulting in a leg fracture.

MLB Grievance Arbitration award: $225,000

Major League Baseball Players Association grievance brought by agent for representation fees pursuant to contract with a professional baseball player.

Construction Area Fall $80,000

49 year old woman falls in construction area with inadequate pedestrian protection.

Engine Fail Claim Paid in Full

Trucking company's engine in reefer trailer failed, resulting in $25,000 loss of ice cream. Insurer accused company of causing loss by failing to properly fuel the engine.

Car Engine Hydro-Locked Jury Verdict for $5,000

Client’s car engine hydro-locked and was damaged beyond repair after she drove through standing water during a rainstorm. Insurer denied Client’s comprehensive coverage claim in its entirety, claiming the engine was not damaged by water.

Shooting Incident $602,000

Multiple claims arising from shooting incident. Negligent security/premises liability against homeowner.

Motorcycle Death Claim Paid in Full

Clients' father was killed when his motorcycle was struck by a van. Insurer denied coverage for damages resulting from the father's death, claiming the crash was not covered.

Fallen Staircase $631,180

Metal staircase fell on client, causing fractures in his foot an ankle which required surgery.

Ceiling Collapse Jury Verdict for $228,000

Client’s ceiling in his home collapsed after becoming detached from the home’s roof trusses because the trusses were devoured by a Formosan termite colony hidden in his attic. Homeowners insurer denied coverage for the claim in its entirety.