Service Area: Property Damage After a denial of his homeowner’s insurance claim for damage to his foundation caused by the ruptured sewer line of the adjacent property, lawyers at Greenblatt Agulnick commenced a lawsuit against the insurance carrier for breach of contract and the adjacent property owner for negligence in failing to timely repair the … Continued
After a long year and the substantive investigations coming to a close, we are pleased the we are one step closer to our clients having their day in court. Our client’s have lost their homes, belongings, beloved pets, and have endured significant financial hardships over the past year. We believe that the lawsuit reflects all … Continued
I cannot even tell you how many times our firm has consulted individuals and families who have lost everything they own, and been displaced from their rental apartment following a casualty loss such as a fire or water damage. The first question I am always compelled to ask is whether they have property insurance and far … Continued
Insurance Company denied a claim arising from burglars entering a commercial property, breaking the walls and stealing copper piping from the walls. The burglars caused significant damage as a result of the breaking of the walls. Insurance company’s denial alleged that the destruction of the walls was the result of theft as such was not … Continued
As a result of the windstorm and rains from Irene, the insured’s house sustained damage to the roof and facia. The damaged roof allowed water to enter into the interior of the home causing major damage and mold. The insurance company denied the claim outright, claiming that the damage was the result of wear and … Continued
Following the vandalism and theft at a high end medical practice in Manhattan, the insurance company initially refused to provide coverage due to the fact the medical practice had vacated the space the night before and was preparing to turn the keys over to the landlord. The insurance company argued that the medical practice had … Continued
Following a severe windstorm, the roof of the insured’s commercial building sustained property damage which resulted in water damage to the interior. The insured’s claim was denied based upon no alleged evidence of windstorm damage. After being retained, Greenblatt Agulnick, successfully reopened the claim and through the use of photographic evidence and expert reports settled … Continued
Immediately following the start up of a new swimming pool filtration system at a school facility a muriatic acid leak occurred which was not immediately addressed by the pool company, despite numerous complaints of acid smell. The acid quickly corroded A/C and HVAC systems, along with electrical components. Insurer denied the claim citing pollutant exclusions. … Continued
Following a major fire and an insurance claim, client filed suit for property damages attributed to the fire, and for which the insurance company denied liability. The attorneys at Greenblatt & Agulnick, P.C. pursued a claim for breach of contract and bad faith against the insurance carrier. With the assistance of expert testimony, the unpaid … Continued
Insurance company denied an insurance claim for catastrophic fire damage to a rental property. Insurance company alleged that the owner of the building caused the fire, relying upon expert reports indicating the presence of gasoline poured in two locations throughout the building. A lawsuit was commenced against Travelers in Federal Court. Discovery was completed and … Continued