- Not maintaining the property
- Not taking steps to fireproof the property
- Damage preexisted the fire
Homeowners and automobile owners are now flooding insurance companies with claims due to the extensive and catastrophic damage caused by the wildfires raging in northern California, known as the North Bay firestorms, the Wine Country wildfires, and more. According to the San Rafael Patch.com, State Farm has already seen more than 850 filed claims for property damage in the area. The number is expected to skyrocket since authorities in the region report at least 7,000 homes and structures having been damaged or demolished by the fire.
Will all the claims filed by homeowners, winery owners, and property owners be honored? The unfortunate truth is that most probably will not be honored or handled appropriately by insurance companies. In the experience of our attorneys from Delfino Green & Green, up to ten percent of claims will be denied. Like any business, insurance companies are there to make money, maximize profits, and minimize expenditures. As a result, when claims are filed, they often find a reason to deny them, even when no logical reason exists.
Common rejections used by insurance companies include:
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