Hurricane Damage
Despite efforts to prepare for hurricanes, they can still cause a wide variety of injuries, illnesses, and damages to property. For example, despite the community’s best efforts, Hurricane Andrew caused about 460 dangerous events. A hurricane event is one that can be specified as injury or illness that was caused while preparing for the hurricane, those that occurred during the hurricane itself, and whatever illness or injury occurred while involved in a clean up job after the hurricane. The majority of hurricane damage events occur after the hurricane has passed by, during the cleanup process needed to repair homes and streets. The remaining twenty percent occurred before or while the hurricane made landfall.
It is also important to note that almost eighty percent of damages recorded took place outside, while sixty nine percent took place in or around the home. Clearly, even with preparation, there are still a lot of unexpected events that can occur when it comes to hurricane damage and injuries. If you or a loved one have been affected by a hurricane, it’s important to contact a hurricane lawyer who is well versed on the particulars of hurricane insurance as well as other types of insurance, such as flooding or fires. Victims of hurricane injuries are known to have suffered wounds such as:
- Cuts
- Laceration
- Puncture Wounds
These injuries can cause disabilities that can last for a lifetime. Sometimes, victims of hurricane injury do not receive the appropriate insurance claim needed to repay the expenses received from medical visits and lost wages. Hurricane damage to the home can also be a large stressor to families. Dealing with insurance agencies while also trying to repair a home can be confusing, and a hurricane damage attorney can be a huge help in guiding you through the best roads to recovery. Various types of home damage can ruin a home’s value or threaten the safety of your family such as:
- Broken Windows
- Loose Power Lines
- Broken Roof
- Flooding
In a worst case scenario, the home could be completely destroyed. To be able to get the proper compensation from insurance companies, you need a hurricane attorney that will stand by you and do the research needed to meet your needs. Contact After Personal Injury today to connect with a hurricane lawyer that will do right by you.