In the beginning of 2025, the Fort Myers community was rocked by a shooting at a popular restaurant. The shooting was notable because the aggressor killed his own brother. However, the fact that a shooting had occurred at a restaurant was hardly surprising for local residents. Violence is fairly routine in not only restaurants, but […]

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Invalid auto accident claims are quite common throughout Florida, and many of these claims are completely fraudulent. Aside from filing claims for staged car accidents, many policyholders also attempt to pursue compensation for injuries that actually have nothing to do with auto collisions. Insurance companies should be aware of the limitations of their own policies, […]

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Self-dealing is a very serious allegation in the insurance industry. If your organization has been accused of this misconduct, the first step is to gain a solid understanding of what “self-dealing” actually means. How might an insurance representative engage in this misconduct? What are the potential consequences, and can a Tampa insurance defense lawyer help […]

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The “option to repair” is a common clause in Florida property insurance policies, and it allows insurers to avoid paying out cash settlements in many cases. But are these clauses sometimes unenforceable? This is a common issue for insurers, as many homeowners prefer cash payouts. A recent case in Florida provides some degree of optimism […]

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Clear vision is incredibly important for drivers, and it is impossible to safely operate a vehicle without a functioning set of eyes. This is why the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles takes vision tests so seriously when issuing driver’s licenses. From an insurance defense perspective, it may help to determine whether a […]

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While Florida is known for its sunny, warm days and beautiful beaches, it is also no stranger to storms and floods. The risk of flooding is a regular concern for Tampa homeowners and businesses alike. This is because the Tampa area does not have a lot of topographical relief when heavy rains and tropical storms […]

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When interpreting an insurance policy, the choice of law will often determine how a court will enforce that policy’s terms. In this context, choice of law refers to which state’s laws govern the policy. Or in some cases, whether federal law may also apply. A recent decision from a federal judge here in Florida, Great Lakes Insurance SE […]

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Insurance disputes often involve complex questions of law and contract interpretation. Yet many cases boil down to a single question: Does the insurance policy actually cover the claim at issue? Sometimes this question proves relatively easy to answer. For example, there is this recent decision from a federal judge in Tampa, Ditech Financial LLC v. AIG […]

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The longstanding standard of what constitutes bad faith in Florida was determined by the Florida Supreme Court almost 40 years ago. The Court determined that an insurer has a duty to use the same degree of care and diligence as someone “of ordinary care and prudence.” Insurers must investigate the facts, give fair consideration to […]

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In September, a lawsuit was filed against Tower Hill Insurance in Florida, alleging that the company engaged in fraud concerning a number of claims filed by Hurricane Irma victims, defrauding them of money that they are owed. The lawsuit specifically alleges that Tower conspired with two other companies—Humble and Ladder Now—to deny or underpay compensation on […]

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