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Fire damage can easily ruin your home or business, and after a disaster, you expect your insurance company to step up. The process of handling a claim involves multiple steps, from initial acknowledgment to final resolution, and there can be misunderstandings and delays all along the way. A Fort Myers, FL fire claims attorney can help you keep your claim moving and your insurer honest.  

Upon receiving your claim, your Florida insurer should promptly acknowledge that they got it: they have a max of 14 days to do so under Florida law. The insurer has to then assign a claims adjuster, and this adjuster will be your primary point of contact. They’ll gather details about the incident and your coverage. During this phase, the insurer may request access to your property so they can do an on-site inspection, and they’ll likely coordinate with the local fire department, as well.

Next, your claim enters a more detailed investigation phase. The insurer will often hire specialized investigators like fire origin experts and forensic engineers to determine if the fire was accidental, electrical, or due to other causes. This investigation helps them rule out fraud or intentional acts, which could void your coverage, but they are also looking for any evidence that some negligence on your part contributed. Remember that an insurance company is a business, and a business exists to make profit. That gives them a strong incentive to find a way to deny or minimize a claim.