Corless Law Group has a reputation for results and protects our clients’ rights when it comes to sinkhole activity that causes property damage and loss. We’re your fiercest advocates as you battle your insurance company for coverage that is rightfully yours. As winning sinkhole lawyers, we do more than just file a claim; we build […]
Category: Sinkholes
Corless Law Group Faces Off Against Tower Hill Preferred Insurance Company in Punitive Damages Trial
Trials are fundamental to the administration of justice. On January 20, 2022, our client Mrs. Bingham will have her day in court as our law firm pursues full and fair compensation stemming from sinkhole damage while seeking punitive damages against her insurer, Tower Hill Preferred Insurance Company (hereinafter “Tower Hill”). For details about this watershed case, […]
A Rising Tide Sinks All Homes: Climate Change’s Impact on Florida Policyholders
World leaders have outlined climate commitments at the COP26 summit in Glasgow, Scotland. Delegates are asked to commit to more ambitious cuts in their countries’ emissions, all in an effort to curb the climate crisis. From sea levels rising to dangerous hurricanes, the effects of the climate crisis can be felt throughout the Sunshine State. […]
SPECIAL REPORT: Collapse of Miami Condo Champlain Towers South – Understanding the Insurance Issues and Coverage Limitations
Nothing is sadder than hearing that death occurs as a result of building damage or collapse like that which occurred in the early morning hours, when the Champlain Towers South in Miami, FL collapsed. In my law firm’s representation of condos and homes damaged by wind, water, or sinkholes, we remind our clients that buildings […]
COURTS & COVID – An Important Update
To Our Valued Clients and Prospective Clients: As a nationally recognized insurance dispute and property damage trial law firm, we are known for securing record-breaking results for our clients. Nevertheless, the coronavirus crisis continues to impact Florida courts. Most courts have not been allowed to move forward in their plans to reopen for in-person trials […]
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 […]
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 […]
Dos and Don’ts of Property Damage Disputes
DO hire an attorney who regularly represents policyholders in all aspects of the insurance claims process. Corless Barfield Trial Group’s experienced and knowledgeable lawyers will help you file an insurance claim in a court of law and take care of the entire process for you. DON’T take an insurance company’s first offer. Insurance claim litigation […]