SHERO: Gender Equality in the Law
Men sometimes don’t realize how much “space” they occupy in the practice of law. They misguidedly own that space and guard it as if it were a battle in Game of Thrones. Corless Barfield Trial Group is proud of the extraordinary female team we have assembled, all of whom have boundless authority, strength, and intelligence...Read More
Understanding Hurricane and Other Wind Insurance Claims
With only months to go until hurricane season, which starts June 1 and ends Nov. 30, it’s time to check preparation kits, plan evacuation routes, and familiarize yourself with your insurance policy. Also, given the dynamic weather conditions in Florida, springtime hail storms damage property far more often than is reported. Litigating Storm Damage Claims:...Read More
What Makes A Great Trial Lawyer? 3 Tips and Tools
“In all things success depends on previous preparation, and without such previous preparation there is sure to be failure.” -Confucious The vast majority of lawyers do not communicate effectively with jurors. How do I know this? As a seasoned trial lawyer for nearly a quarter century, I have a success record at trial that is...Read More
Property Damage: What Florida Property Owners Should Know
Corless Barfield Trial Group has proudly and aggressively represented Community Management Associations, Licensed Community Association Managers (LCAMs), and individual property owners throughout Florida with matters related to property damage. Our attorneys are experienced in representing clients in the aftermath of property damage to ensure insurance companies are providing appropriate compensation to help them recover. Corless...Read More
When Do You Need a Personal Injury Lawyer?
If you are suffering from a personal injury after an accident that was not your fault, choosing the right lawyer can highly influence the outcome of your case. It is very important to engage the services of a personal injury lawyer shortly after an accident. Additionally, if you suffered serious injuries it is critical to...Read More
15+ Reasons Why You Should Engage a Property Insurance Lawyer
At Corless Barfield Trial Group we receive many calls in which potential clients start the conversation by expressing, “I am not sure it’s time, but I am thinking about hiring you to help.” As a result, we’ve put together a list of more than 15 reasons why you should engage a lawyer on your property...Read More
5 Reasons You Need a Property Damage Lawyer
After you have sustained damage to your home or commercial property, or if you are on the Board of Directors of a Community Management Association, finding the right lawyer to represent your case can be challenging. While many lawyers divide their resources between different legal disputes, the team of lawyers at Corless Barfield Trial Group...Read More
Do You Have Citizens Property Insurance? Rates Will Likely Rise for Citizens Customers
Here comes the Grinch who stole Christmas. The board of Citizens Property Insurance Corp. recently approved a plan that would raise residential insurance rates by an average of 8.2 percent starting in September 2019 – with the hikes hitting almost all customers of the state-backed insurer. That’s the Citizens way. Citizens is Florida’s largest residential...Read More
Tips to Travel Safe & Sound This Holiday Season
The winter holiday season – from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day – is a busy time on our roads. As we head into the year-end holiday blitz, countless Americans will be traveling. Unfortunately, the winter holidays are also some of the most dangerous times to travel, in part because of heavy traffic and the recklessness...Read More
Insurance Bad Faith – $25.5 Million Message to Aetna to Change Its Ways
Aetna, the nation’s third-largest insurer with 23.1 million customers, has been reckless and engaged in abhorrent, bad faith behavior. A recent jury award for $25.5 million is a statement to Aetna that they cannot put profits before policyholders. Aetna acted in bad faith by denying a patient life-saving cancer treatment, a jury in the Oklahoma...Read More
Why Should I Hire A Personal Injury Attorney?
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Residents and business owners of the Tampa Bay area enjoy both a laid-back beach lifestyle and the amenities of a large metropolitan area. With a smorgasbord of the best outdoor activities, museums, schools, professional sports teams, shopping, and dining, it’s no wonder nearly 400,000 people call the Tampa Bay metro area home....Read More
Why Do Sinkholes Keep Opening Up in Florida?
Sinkholes occur in Florida more frequently than any other U.S. state. For more than 20 years, Corless Barfield Trial Group has assisted families, community associations managers, public adjusters, and other law firms and owners to resolve the complex legal and engineering issues arising from sinkhole claims and the litigation process. Having recovered more than $250...Read More