Monthly Archives: July 2020
My Home was Damaged by a Hurricane, Now What?
In the event your home suffers damage, it is important to remember your insurance policy places certain requirements and obligations on you. If you fail to comply with these requirements, then it may jeopardize your ability to recover the money you are entitled to. Every policy is different and I would recommend looking at… Read More »
What is prompt notice? How can it impact my ability to recover for my insurance claim?
Under the terms of your homeowner’s insurance policy, there are certain conditions or post-loss obligations you are required to comply with in order to obtain coverage for a loss. These conditions are generally contained in the paragraph entitled “Your Duties After Loss” under “SECTION I – CONDITIONS.” Failing to comply or substantially comply with… Read More »
Florida Passes E-Verify Law
On June 30, 2020, Florida joined the growing number of states that have passed mandatory E-Verify statutes. Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation that will require all public employers, including local school districts, public universities, and colleges, and state and local agencies, as well as their private contractors, to use E-Verify, a federal electronic database… Read More »
What is an Examination Under Oath? What are my rights as an insured?
Almost every insurance policy requires an insured to appear for an Examination Under Oath (“EUO”) as one of the duties after loss. The following is an example of the language typically found in a homeowner’s insurance policy regarding Examinations Under Oath. You or any insured under this policy must: Submit to examinations under oath… Read More »
Proving Negligent Security: Four Key Elements of a Successful Claim
Businesses and property owners have a responsibility to provide adequate security to customers and other guests. When they fail to do so, they can be held legally liable for a foreseeable criminal attack. Negligent security claims can be among the most complicated types of personal injury cases. Defendants often try to find ways to… Read More »
How to Report Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect in Florida: A Guide
Sadly, nursing home abuse remains a serious public health problem in our country. The National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) reports that 10 percent of the residents of assisted living facilities have experienced some form of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. In light of the COVID-19 outbreak, many families have questions about how to protect… Read More »
Fifteen Minor League Baseball Teams are Suing Insurers Over the Denial of their Business Interruption Claim
According to a report from the South Florida Sun Sentinel, fifteen minor league baseball teams have already filed lawsuits against commercial insurance companies after their coronavirus-related business interruption claims were denied. The minor league teams are seeking insurance benefits for lost profits and other damages. Here, our West Palm Beach business litigation attorneys provide… Read More »
Can You Lose Your Business License for Violating COVID-19 Safety Guidelines?
Three weeks after Florida entered Phase 2 of reopening on June 5, Gov. Ron DeSantis warned that businesses could face license suspensions for violating the state’s coronavirus safety guidelines. The governor said at a June 23 press conference that businesses that “flagrantly” violate COVID-19 safety rules will get in trouble with the law, according… Read More »
Insurance Coverage for Business Property Damage in Florida
Your home is not the only property that can be damaged by hurricanes, flooding, and other natural disasters. Is there any insurance coverage for business property damage in Florida? Unfortunately, property damage insurance claims can be quite complicated if you are a business owner whose commercial property has been damaged due to an act… Read More »
Can Florida Employers Be Held Responsible for Their Workers’ COVID-19 Infections?
There is an ongoing debate around whether businesses and employers should be held responsible when employees contract the COVID-19 disease at work. As businesses in Florida are operating as part of the state’s Phase 2 of reopening after a months-long coronavirus shutdown, many business owners are concerned about a possible wave of COVID-19-related lawsuits… Read More »
