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Introduction: Insurance is designed to protect policyholders against unexpected losses. Whether it's damage to your home, car, or personal property, insurance companies are there to help you recover. However, sometimes the insurer and the policyholder disagree on the value of the loss. This is wh...

Denied Homeowner Insurance Claims Texas business and homeowner's insurance disputes often arise when an insurance company improperly denies or underpays a claim. If your home or business has been affected by recent weather events such as the 2021 Texas Freeze and you have experienced fraud or dis...

Know your rights and be protected. Call a Property Damage Lawyer to manage your claim and maximize your insurance settlement. Insurance companies are worth billions and are largely funded by their collected monthly premiums. It is commonly known that insurance companies are trying to find ways to...

Work Injuries in Houston, Texas When an individual goes to work daily, they generally do not expect to be hurt or injured while on the job. If you have been seriously hurt or injured on the job in Houston, Texas, it is crucial to consider your legal options and the compensation you may be owed. Y...

If you have recently experienced fire damage to your home or business premises, a skilled fire damage attorney is critical to protecting your rights. The attorneys at the Cedrick D. Forrest Law Firm are willing and able to fight on your behalf. Fire Damage Statistics: Fire damage can happen almos...

Have you filed your insurance claim correctly and faithfully paid your premiums on time, but are now your insurance company has denied you a fair settlement as promised? Do you believe your insurance company denied your claim for invalid, unlawful, or fraudulent reasons? Forrest Law helps those t...

Of all the highway accidents that exist, from car accidents to truck accidents, the worst traffic accidents are those that involve motorcyclists. Even when a motorcyclist is wearing high-quality protective clothing and a decent helmet, the impact of even a low-speed accident can still cause broke...

In Texas, Flash Flood Alley extends through Central and North Texas. You may live in a flood zone and your mortgage lender may require you to maintain flood insurance to protect your home from flood damage. Your homeowner's insurance policy does not include coverage for flood damage. Therefore, y...

How many times have you noticed water-damaged ceiling tiles when you've walked into a building? Did you notice a larger stain when you returned a second or third time? Stained ceiling tiles and walls are signs of a water leak that can cause catastrophic property damage if left unattended. Commerc...

Although premises liability claims must be handled on a case-by-case basis, there are common accidents that may leave an individual eligible for premises liability compensation. Below are some of the common instances of premises liability in Houston, TX and the surrounding areas: include ...

Truck accidents are very common and are usually the result of truck driver negligence, distracted truck drivers, tired drivers, or trucking company negligence. Some of the most common practices linked to truck accidents are: When a truck driver demonstrates negligence by changing lanes wi...

Water damage is one of the most common insurance claims, second only to wind and hail damage, according to the Insurance Services Office. Homeowners Losses Ranked by Claims Frequency Approximately 1 in 60 homes with insurance have a property damage claim caused by water damage or freezing each ye...

Having your business and property destroyed or damaged by a fire, water damage, or disaster can be a traumatic experience. It can become even more traumatic if your insurance company denies your damage claim and refuses to issue payment to repair or replace your property. Why would an insurance c...

Hurricane Season is about more than hunkering down to weather the storm. Residential property owners need to be prepared for the aftermath. If your home is damaged or destroyed during a hurricane, you need to ensure that you have the right coverage to get your home and family back in shape. Resid...

If you are a Houston area home or business owner that has had your water, wind, fire, or hail damage insurance claim denied you may have been the victim of bad faith insurance adjustment practices. Texas law regulates insurance companies but insurance companies break the law when they deny your b...