The Law Firm of J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo, P.A. has the experience, knowledge and skill required to handle your hurricane insurance claims throughout the entire State of Florida. If your hurricane insurance claim has been denied, rejected, delayed or underpaid, we can help. We also routinely work with clients that have retained the services of a Public Adjuster. We understand and appreciate the value a Public Insurance Adjuster brings to an insurance claim and therefore work side-by-side with the Public Adjuster and client in helping to resolve any claim issues through our legal representation.
As we recently learned from Hurricane Katrina, when a major hurricane strikes U.S. soil, the devastation and loss of life can be enormous. Unfortunately, as if suffering through a hurricane and property loss is not enough, another storm is brewing in the atmosphere, only this time it is manmade: the delay, underpayment, or denial of your valid hurricane or major windstorm insurance claim by your insurance company.
We all know that South Florida is known as Hurricane Alley. The Law Firm of J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo is an experienced law firm representing policyholders with their hurricane and major windstorm related claims. Attorney J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo has represented policyholders with their claims in virtually every hurricane and tropical storm to hit South Florida in recent history.
The following is a list of Hurricanes and Major Storms to have hit South Florida since 1992.
Hurricane Andrew, August 24, 1992, Category 5
This hurricane hit South Dade in Miami, Florida. It was the most costly natural disaster to hit a United States city in modern times. It caused $30 billion in damage. Andrew's death toll in the U.S. stands at 23.
Tropical Storm Mitch, November 5, 1998
Tropical Storm Mitch hit South Florida and caused $40 Million in damage. Two people died in the Florida Keys.
Hurricane Charley, August 13, 2004, Category 4
Hurricane Charley hit South Florida, specifically Captiva Island, Punta Gorda and Port Charlotte. Total estimated damage is near $15 billion, making Charley the second costliest hurricane in U.S. history. Charley was responsible for 10 deaths in the U.S.
Hurricane Frances, September 5, 2004, Category 2
Hurricane Frances landed on Stuart, Florida and caused approximately $8.9 billion in damages, 90% of it in Florida. Death toll as a result of Frances in the U.S. is 7.
Hurricane Katrina, August 25, 2005, Category 5
Hurricane Katrina's estimated damages are $75 billion and it is the costliest U.S. hurricane on record. Katrina is responsible for approximately 1200 reported deaths, including about 1000 in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama. Miami Dade and Broward counties suffered wind and water damage.
Hurricane Wilma, October 24, 2005, Category 3
Hurricane Wilma caused an estimated $16.8 billion in damages. Wilma is credited with 22 deaths, 5 which were in South Florida.
The above list is not all inclusive. There have been numerous other non-major storms to have hit South Florida causing wind, water and flood damage in which the Law Firm of J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo, P.A. has represented policyholders with their claims.
The 2010 Hurricane Preparedness Week dates have been announced by the National Hurricane Center in Miami, Florida. Please click here to learn a little more about this important week.
Please visit our Library and Resources page to obtain important information related to hurricane preparation for before, during and after the storm.
Case In Point
In this claim, we were retained by the insured after the insurance company had lowballed them on the claims payment. As soon as we were retained, we invoked the appraisal provision of the insurance policy and provided the insurance carrier with our appraiser's contact information. The insurance carrier appointed an appraiser. The claim never made it to a formal appraisal hearing or to the stage where an umpire was necessary. During the course of the appraisal process, we were able to successfully obtain a settlement on behalf of the insured allowing them to get on with the repairs that were necessary for their home. This allowed the insured to move back into their home which they had not been able to live in since they incurred the hurricane damage.
Insurance claims lawyer J.P Gonzalez-Sirgo along with an experienced staff hold insurance companies to their word. We do exactly what insurance companies fear: We Hold Them to Their Promises. We use our experience and the experience of our selected consultants to analyze your damages and the available coverage under your policy and other issues such as:
We routinely represent policyholders who have suffered damages to their homes or businesses with the initial preparation and presentation of their insurance claim throughout negotiations, settlement discussions and through litigation if necessary, including in state and federal courts.
In Case Of Hurricane Damage To Your Property:
Mitigate, Document, Notify, and then CALL US Immediately
The moment that you notice wind and water damage to your home as a result of a hurricane, do as follows:
Mitigate
Use your best efforts to make temporary repairs so that the condition doesn't get worse. This will prevent the insurance company from later claiming that your hurricane damages are the result of your failure to mitigate your damages. For example, if you have a roof leak, hire a roofer to put a tarp over the leak area. Try not to pay the repairman in cash for the temporary repairs and if you do have to pay in cash, get a receipt and his name and contact information. Submit the temporary repair receipts to your insurance company for payment.
Document, Document, and Document
Take pictures of all affected areas. Take video, if you can, of all affected areas. Hold on to any receipts and estimates for repairs. Get the contact information for any contractors that come to your property to give you estimates. Do not throw out any correspondence or documents that are sent to you by your insurance company. If you are mailing anything to your insurance company do it by certified mail, return receipt requested, and make copies of whatever you are sending for your records. Keep a journal of all your communications with your insurance company. If you become aware of any witnesses that have knowledge of any aspect of your claim, record their name and contact information. Don't throw out any of the hurricane damaged items in your house.
Notify
Put your insurance company on notice of the hurricane insurance claim. Call your insurance company and let them know what happened. Get the name of the insurance company adjuster assigned to your claim, his or her contact information and the claim number.
Contact Us
Let us use our experience to help you. Even if your hurricane insurance claim has been closed or even if you unknowingly accepted the small check they gave you, you may still be able to pursue your claim - you may be able to reopen an unfair claim years after the hurricane loss.
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The Law Firm of J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo, P.A. helps insurance policyholders recover what they are due on their insurance claims, zealously advocates on behalf of victims of catastrophic personal injuries or wrongful death and fights for the rights of consumers and small businesses in Miami and throughout Florida. If you would like a Free Consultation and Case Evaluation, please fill out the Quick Contact Form to the right or click here and a member of our firm will contact you promptly. You may also contact us directly at (305) 461-1095 or Toll Free at 1-(866)-71-CLAIM.
About The Firm
J.P. has been certified as a life member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. The Million Dollar Advocates Forum is recognized as one of the most prestigious groups of trial lawyers in the United States. Membership is limited to attorneys who have won million and multi-million dollar verdicts, awards, and settlements. Fewer than 1% of U.S. lawyers are members. J.P. has also been awarded the top rating of 10.0/10.0 or "Superb" by Avvo. Avvo's Rating system helps people navigate the complex and confusing legal industry, including choosing the right lawyer - an incredibly important decision. The Avvo Rating system takes into consideration a lawyer's background, including years in practice, disciplinary history, professional achievements and industry recognition.
In addition, the firm maintains an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. The firm is highly respected by other lawyers and members of our community and maintains offices in the historic Douglas Entrance complex in Coral Gables, Florida. Please click here for further information regarding office location and directions.
Prior to attending law school, J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo worked as a claims adjuster for a busy independent adjusting firm in Miami where he handled hundreds of claims. Before founding the law offices of J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo, P.A., Mr. Gonzalez-Sirgo worked for a prominent insurance defense firm in Miami. He now uses the insight that he gained working for the insurance industry for the benefit of his clients.
Attorney J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo has built his entire career on protecting the rights of insurance policyholders, personal injury and wrongful death victims and fighting for the rights of Florida consumers and small businesses. The firm has recovered millions of dollars for victims of denied or underpaid insurance claims, victims of catastrophic personal injuries and wrongful death and on behalf of those that have been taken advantage of by Big Business and Big Insurance.
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Community & Charitable Involvement
The Law Firm of J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo, P.A believes that representation of our clients does not stop in the courtroom. We believe in giving back to our community by participating in local charitable events. The firm participates or donates to various local charitable and research organizations. Of special importance to the firm are those organizations that support many of the illnesses, syndromes, diseases, disabilities and aliments that afflict so many of our past and current clients. In addition, J.P. is proud to be a volunteer for Lawyers for Children America (LFCA). As a pro-bono LFCA volunteer lawyer, an opportunity exists to protect the rights of children who are victims of abuse, abandonment and neglect by providing free legal representation and collaborating for systematic change to improve the lives of children.
Free Case Evaluation & Consultation
If you would like a Free Consultation and Case Evaluation, please fill out the Quick Contact Form to the right or click here and a member of our firm will contact you promptly. You may also contact us directly at (305) 461-1095 or Toll Free at 1-(866)-71-CLAIM.
There is never a charge to speak with an attorney at our firm. Unlike other law firms, we are available to come to you at your hospital bed side, home, office or other location throughout the entire State of Florida.
You Pay Zero Attorneys' Fees If No Recovery
We understand that many of our clients do not have the resources or means to pay lawyer fees out of pocket. This is why we offer a free consultation and case evaluation. In the great majority of cases, if we decide to go forward with your case, we will work on a contingency fee basis. This means that if there is no recovery on your claim, you do not pay fees for our services.
If you would like a Free Consultation and Case Evaluation, please fill out the Quick Contact Form to the right or click here and a member of our firm will contact you promptly. You may also contact us directly at (305) 461-1095 or Toll Free at 1-(866)-71-CLAIM.
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A Message To Insurance Policyholders In Florida
There are numerous challenges facing policyholders attempting to have their life insurance and disability insurance claims timely honored by insurance companies: The delays in investigation of claims, the endless request for documents, requests for sworn statements or examinations under oath, requests for recorded statements, fraud accusations, application issues, material misrepresentation issues, requests for medical evaluations, bad faith insurance issues, and litigation.
In the great majority of cases we will be able to help you with these challenges. Attorney J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo helps disability and life insurance policyholders recover what they are due on their insurance claims. If you would like a Free Consultation and Case Evaluation, please fill out the Quick Contact Form to the right or click here and a member of our firm will contact you promptly. You may also contact us directly at (305) 461-1095 or Toll Free at 1-(866)-71-CLAIM.
A Message To The Victims of Catastrophic Personal Injuries or Wrongful Death
There are numerous challenges facing victims of catastrophic injuries and wrongful death in their pursuit to obtain a full measure of justice from those doing wrong.
The good news is that in the great majority of cases we will be able to help you with these challenges. Attorney J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo zealously advocates on behalf of victims of catastrophic personal injuries or wrongful death. If you would like a Free Consultation and Case Evaluation, please fill out the Quick Contact Form to the right or click here and a member of our firm will contact you promptly. You may also contact us directly at (305) 461-1095 or Toll Free at 1-(866)-71-CLAIM.
A Message To Our Referring Public Adjusters
We understand and appreciate the value a Pubic Adjuster brings to a property insurance claim. For years, we have worked side-by-side with Public Insurance Adjusters and their respective clients in helping to resolve any claim issues through our legal representation.
Public Adjusters recognize that sometimes a client's difficult insurance claim requires the need for aggressive legal representation. Experienced public adjusters recognize all of the obstacles presented by an insurer during a challenging claim. The Law Firm of J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo, P.A. routinely works with clients that have retained the services of a Public Adjuster. We prefer to work together as a team consistent with the best interests of the client's claim. During the claim's process, we seek to keep all members of the team in the loop and engage your advice and services whenever necessary. All efforts put forth by our law firm and your adjusting firm will always be in the best interest of our mutual client.
We also work with corporate counsel and corporate risk managers to resolve any insurance claim disputes.
If you would like a Free Consultation and Case Evaluation, please fill out the Quick Contact Form to the right or click here and a member of our firm will contact you promptly. You may also contact us directly at (305) 461-1095 or Toll Free at 1-(866)-71-CLAIM.
A Message To Our Referral Attorneys
For years, the Law Firm of J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo, P.A. has been welcoming attorney referrals from our colleagues. Many of our clients come to us as a result of referrals from other attorneys, including from out of state lawyers and lawyers from other countries, who know of our success in handling insurance claims litigation. We encourage and welcome these co-counsel opportunities and routinely pay referral fees in accordance with the rules regulating the Florida Bar and Florida law. Over the years, we have paid hundreds of thousands of dollars in referral fees to our referring attorneys. We recognize the trust placed in us by our referring attorneys and so we make sure that our referring attorneys are kept in the loop throughout our representation, from the initial intake through the conclusion of the case.
To discuss a case with us, please call (305)-461-1095 or Toll Free 1-(866)-71-CLAIM. Alternatively, you may click here and fill out our "Contact Us" form and an attorney at the firm will contact you promptly.
Serving Florida & Our Local Communities
J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo, P.A. provides experienced legal representation for individuals and businesses throughout Florida and Miami Dade County, including Aventura, Bal Harbour, Carol City, Coral Gables, Doral, Florida City, Golden Beach, Hialeah, Hialeah Gardens, Homestead, Kendall, Key Biscayne, Medley, Miami, Miami Beach, Miami Lakes, Miami Gardens, Miami Shores, Miami Springs, North Bay, North Miami, Opa Locka, Pinecrest, South Miami, Sunny Isles Beach, Surfside, Sweetwater, Virginia Gardens, West Miami, Westchester, all of the Florida Keys communities, and Broward and Palm Beach Counties. Covering all of South Florida. Attorney J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo is admitted to practice in all of the Federal and State courts in Florida, from the Florida Keys to Florida's Panhandle.
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The accounts of recent trials, verdicts, and settlements contained in this website are intended to illustrate the results of my work ethic and experience. Of course, each case is unique and the results in one case do not necessarily indicate the quality or value of any other case.
J.P. Gonzalez-Sirgo, P.A.
Douglas Entrance
804 Douglas Road
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Coral Gables, FL 33134
Phone: (305) 461-1095
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