Lafayette Hurricane Claims Lawyer
Louisiana residents brace for the risk of hurricanes between June and November each year. Katrina and Ida remain on people’s minds, and while 2022 and 2023 have been mild, you need a Lafayette hurricane insurance claim lawyer by your side to:
- Negotiate with insurance companies that drag their feet
- Maximizes recovery by dealing with defense attorneys – not desk adjusters
- Bring estimators to court, if necessary
You can prepare for a hurricane – to some extent – but the aftermath is something homeowners never expect. If you’ve done everything right, paid your homeowner’s insurance premiums and a hurricane hits, you deserve an insurer who wants to get you back into your own home as quickly as possible.
Every dollar counts, and we’ll have your back to maximize your recovery.
Mr. Diiorio has recovered over $25 million for the 500+ policyholders that he’s represented since 2005.
Don’t let insurance companies delay your ability to return to a sense of normalcy following a hurricane. Contact Gulf Coast Insurance Attorneys for a FREE consultation today.
Why Should You Hire a Hurricane Damage Attorney to Help You?
Hurricanes impact entire states and regions. Your life has been upended, and you deserve legal counsel that makes you a priority because insurers are inundated with policyholders filing claims.
Your home is damaged – or destroyed – and the last thing you want is to be another number.
Insurance companies do not want to give you the full value of your claim, and some don’t even want to pay out claims at all.
We recommend that you hire a Lafayette hurricane damage attorney who will:
- Review your insurance policy in-depth to know what your rights are under the policy
- Protect your rights by negotiating with defense attorneys and non-cooperative insurance adjusters
- Take charge of your claim so that you can focus on rebuilding your life rather than the stress of your claim
Negotiations in bad faith happen all the time after a hurricane. Insurance companies want to underpay, delay claims or refuse to pay. You’re already in a vulnerable position, dealing with the aftermath of a hurricane and trying to figure out your immediate living situation.
Lawyers will fight for you, pushing the insurer to pay out every dollar that you’re owed.
You don’t deal with insurance companies or defense attorneys daily. We do. As your lawyer, we’ll argue on your behalf, navigate damage disagreements and speed up your claim.
If you file a claim alone and decide to work with insurance companies on your own, you’ll quickly find out that while insurers are happy to take your payments, they will disagree on:
- Coverages
- Damages
A lawyer helps you return to your day-to-day routine while taking the burden off of you during this challenging time.
Recognized Excellence Award-Winning Dedication to Client Success
Proven Track Record Real Results for Our Clients’ Recovery
Our top priority is to devise customized legal strategies that are tailored to the unique legal needs of our clients, no matter how simple or complicated their situations, might be.
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$416,242.49 Business Property Lawsuit in Orleans Parish
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$255,000.00 Hurricane Laura Settlement
State Farm Fire & Casualty Insurance Company
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$245,729.51 Hurricane Laura Settlement
Allstate Insurance Company
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$192,049.90 Hurricane Ida Settlement
State Farm Fire & Casualty Insurance Company
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$185,000.00 Hurricane Zeta Settlement
Scottsdale Insurance Company
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$169,954.06 Hurricane Ida Settlement
Allied Trust Insurance Company
What Difference Can an Attorney Make to Your Hurricane Property Damage Claim?
Hurricanes cause billions of dollars worth of damage. Hurricane Katrina alone caused $195 billion in damages (adjusted for 2023 prices) and remains the costliest hurricane in history.
As your Lafayette hurricane damage attorney, we make a difference in your property damage claim in a few key ways because we:
- Evaluate your case to better understand the value of the damage that you sustained.
- Negotiate for top dollar and will know when an adjuster is trying to negotiate in bad faith.
- Appeal on your behalf if you disagree with the value of the damages and assessments.
In rare cases, we’ll have to bring in experts who will testify on the true cost of your damages. Only 1-in-10 of our cases go to trial, but we’re prepared to fight on your behalf if your claim cannot be settled out of court.
Client Stories See Why Clients Trust Gulf Coast Insurance Attorneys
At Gulf Coast Insurance Attorneys, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our clients have to say about working with us.
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"A Trusted Advocate You Can Count On"Peter is a caring and hardworking attorney who delivers great results. Always available to discuss legal matters, I highly recommend him for any legal needs!- Jon B.
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"Hurricane Relief Champion"Peter’s expertise won us the compensation we needed after Hurricane Ida. He’s an amazing lawyer—highly recommend him for any legal help!- Leo G.
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"An Attorney Who Truly Cares"Peter was professional, efficient, and truly made me feel supported. He has all the qualities you’d want in an attorney. When in doubt, go with Diiorio!- Loud Dental
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"Grateful for Exceptional Support"Peter Diiorio did an amazing job on my insurance claim. I truly didn’t know what I would have done without him. Thank you for all your invaluable help!- Gerda M.
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"Top-Notch Representation"Peter Diiorio’s expertise and dedication led to a great outcome in my case. He’s the best choice I could’ve made—10 stars if I could give them!- Don C.
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"Compassionate & Effective Advocate"Mr. Diiorio’s kindness and dedication brought us swift relief after hurricane damage. An excellent lawyer who truly cares—highly recommend for legal support!- Jerry F.
What Are the Types of Property Damage a Hurricane Can Cause?
In 2017, Hurricane Harvey caused more than $125 billion in damages. Many families lost their homes in the aftermath of this devastating storm. But it doesn’t take a massive storm to upend your life. Hurricanes of any magnitude can damage your home.
As a Lafayette hurricane insurance claim lawyer, we have helped homeowners file insurance claims for many different types of property damage, including:
- Total loss. Category 5 hurricanes can cause catastrophic damage that leads to total roof failure and wall collapse.
- Roof, windows and siding. The high winds of a hurricane can easily damage your home’s exterior. A category 1 hurricane has sustained winds of 74-95 mph, which is enough to damage your roof, shingles and gutters. Windows and siding may be damaged by debris.
- Interior damage and contents. Homes that suffer exterior damage may also suffer damage to their interior walls, flooring and doors. Consequently, the contents of the home may also be damaged or destroyed.
Hurricanes can cause significant damage and total losses to properties in the Gulf Coast region. Your homeowner’s insurance policy should help you make these repairs, but many insurers are more interested in paying out as little as possible in hurricane-related claims.
We can help you fight back.