Many of those waiting for their day in court will have to wait a bit longer. The good news is some court proceedings have continued through video or telephone conferences. There are other avenues – like arbitration, mediation, or settlement – to help get your personal injury case or insurance dispute matter successfully resolved. We […]
Category: Insurance
Court Orders Insurer to Face Significant Punitive Damages for Sinkhole Losses
What happens when an insurance company’s conduct is so explosive and unlawful that it may be ordered to pay massive and historic punitive damages as well as change the way it conducts business? With unparalleled legal and policy expertise, nationally acclaimed insurance dispute law firm Corless Barfield Trial Group faces off against Big Insurance to […]
Business, Interrupted? Recover More Than Policy Limits After Insurer Delay
Case Study What does a Condo Association do when a severe storm destroys property? What if the storm caused more than $6 million in business interruption losses? Does the Association have the ability to keep their business online? What if they are stuck in an interminable claims process with the insurance company? This scenario happened […]
Summer of Safety: Stop, Look, and Listen
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. At Corless Barfield Trial Group, we want you to be safe and avoid accidents and injuries. For all of us at Team CBTG, we take steps to preserve the life, safety, and comfort of our staff who make up the backbone of our 25+ years […]
Saharan Dust Storm to Trigger Respiratory Issues, Toxic Algae & Insurance Coverage Questions
A thick plume of Saharan desert could soon reach humid, tropical Florida. Dust from the Sahara Desert in Africa is currently making a 5,000 mile trek west across the Atlantic Ocean and is expected to arrive in the Gulf of Mexico later this week. The massive dust storm could last for several weeks in the Sunshine State. […]
Property Insurance Losses and Bad Faith Insurance Claims
Defining Bad Faith In accordance with the law, insurance companies are obligated to maintain good faith practices with policyholders while providing them with insurance service. When you file an insurance claim for a covered incident, such as home insurance, auto insurance or health insurance, you expect to have your insurer treat you fairly. The duty of good […]
Hurricane Damage Lawyers on 2020 Season Amid Covid-19
Fear-mongering is not our style at CBTG. We want you to be aware and prepare for the next hurricane season amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Florida residents, homeowners, and business owners must remain vigilant as hurricane season unfolds against the backdrop of the novel coronavirus outbreak. The 2020 hurricane season officially starts June 1 and runs until Nov. […]
Life Insurance During a Global Health Crisis
Corless Barfield Trial Group is currently litigating a nearly $10 million life insurance policy dispute. This is good news for you, since if you hire us to represent your insurance interests, you know you’re getting a firm that has experience litigation high-stakes life insurance claims. Coronavirus has incentivized people who have put off the decision […]
Navigating the Coronavirus: A Message From CBTG
Corless Barfield Trial Group is committed to the safety, security, and well-being of our staff and community. During the coronavirus pandemic, our goal is to help clients identify solutions and keep people safe. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak as a pandemic. This designation signifies that we are in the midst […]