QUESTION
What can I do if I disagree with the valuation of my Class A RV by an insurance claims adjuster?
Asked on Sep 26th, 2017 on Insurance - Florida
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My RV was parked on Cudjoe Key, FL, during Hurricane Irma. The storm surge covered the engine, generator, etc., so none of the electronics will work in the RV. In fact, it won't even start. It's only been 2 weeks since the storm, and already all metal is beginning to corrode and mold is growing on the interior where water entered from windows and a ripped off vent in the roof. The adjuster is saying that it's no big deal to fix everything that's been destroyed by the sea water, but all research points to the fact that the engine is destroyed. I have replacement insurance since the RV is only 2 years old, but I don't think insurance is going to agree to replace the RV based on how the adjuster acted.
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You will really want to hire a lawyer - even if you pay out of pocket - to address this as many insurance companies will be squeezing claims for obvious reasons and you may need to file suit over the issue. On a positive note - there is Fla. Stat. 627.428, that allows you to recover legal fees if you prevail in the lawsuit.
Answered on Sep 27th, 2017 at 1:49 PM
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