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When your insurance claim is denied, it is important to understand why. Sometimes, there is a valid reason why your carrier denies your claim. At other times, the denial is not appropriate and the insurance carrier is acting in bad faith. Bad faith denials are an area that our firm focuses on, and we hold accountable insurance carriers that wrongly deny valid policyholder claims.  One of the most common questions asked by our clients is […]

Having your claim for damages incurred by your aircraft denied can cause you many headaches, especially when you depend on your aircraft for your line of work. At Ver Ploeg & Marino, our Miami insurance law attorneys help aircraft owners recover the compensation they are owed under the terms of their insurance policy when their carrier denies their claim. We understand how expensive it can be to make even minor repairs to an aircraft, which […]

Owning commercial property can be a profitable endeavor. However, when damage to your property happens, it can also be a headache. Below, we will cover some frequently asked questions concerning commercial property ownership in Florida. If you have an insurance claim, have had a claim denied, or have some other dispute related to your commercial property, a Florida commercial property lawyer from Ver Ploeg & Marino can help. What Makes Property “Commercial?”  A property is […]

The attorneys at Ver Ploeg & Marino have many years of combined experience working with windstorm/hurricane insurance, and we are standing by to review your hurricane damage claim or dispute to see how we can help. In the following sections, we’ll answer some frequently asked questions about hurricane/windstorm property insurance, reasons for claim denials, and how an attorney can help with your claim.  What Should I Do After My Property is Damaged by a Hurricane […]

If you live in Florida it is likely your attention lately has been almost exclusively focused on Hurricane Ian. A devastating storm that reached Category 4, Ian slammed into the western Florida coast on September 28, 2022. The hurricane left a path of destruction in its wake, destroying homes and businesses and leaving many without power. It is likely there will be far-reaching repercussions from this deadly storm, and many people will rely on their […]

Your business is your livelihood, and you have worked hard to get it where it is today. You owe it to yourself, your family, and anyone else that your business supports to ensure that you have the proper insurance in case to protect against lawsuits and the unexpected. At Ver Ploeg & Marino, we concentrate our practice on helping policyholders obtain the compensation they deserve when insurance companies deny their claims for coverage. Too often, […]

People rely on their insurance agents and brokers for assistance with multiple matters, including advising them on the type of insurance they need as well as the policy limits they should secure. When agents and brokers fail to follow through with their obligations, insured parties often suffer a loss, and they need a way to recover for that loss. At Ver Ploeg & Marino, a Miami insurance recovery lawyer helps our clients determine when their […]

If you are a director or officer of a corporation, you already know that your position gives you power, but it is not unfettered. There are duties and obligations that you must comply with as well. All too often, even when you follow through with those responsibilities, you may be accused of misconduct by any number of people, including shareholders, customers, vendors, suppliers, employees, and creditors. When this happens, you need counsel from the Miami […]

If you are a business owner, manager or officer in a large company, you already know that there are a lot of moving parts to any successful enterprise. You also understand the importance of protecting yourself and your business in case the unexpected occurs. While the exact types of insurance you need to fully insulate yourself and your company vary from business to business, there are several types that crop up more often than others. […]

For those of us lucky enough to call Florida home, we have abundant beaches and clear skies to enjoy for most of the year. This beautiful weather is also conducive to an alternative method of travel- flying. Florida is home to 129 public-use commercial service and general aviation airports and many more that are used for private purposes. With so much air travel, there are bound to be accidents, and at Ver Ploeg & Marino, […]