Help For Homeowners After A Hurricane

The  aftermath of ahurricane can be a scary and exhausting time for  homeowners in Florida, And, living inFlorida, we deal with this  scenario yearafter year, season after season. Secrets as soon as the  storm is over, neighborhoods begin to comeout to survey the damages and  check onloved one

But, knowing where to find help after a hurricane can be themost frustrating part of the ordeal. At

Carpenter  andCzelusto, we do not want you to feel the frustration and anxiety  that comes with hurricane damage to yourproperty.

That is why we  beipour clients to secure total and fair compensation when hurricane  damage is sustained on their properties,homes, and belongings.

You can trust us to resolve the issue promptly with littleas little stress to you and your family as possible Want

to  know how we do Itat Carpenter and Crelusta? In the following paragraphs, we will guide you through the aftermath of a hurricaneand  what to do when the sun comes backout

WHEN THE SUN COMES OUT AFTER A HURRICANE

Witnessing  the damagecreated by a major storm or hurricane is overwhelming.  Whether you have minor or significant damagesto consider, the process  can seemnever-ending and daunting at best. Take a deep breath and begin  in an orderly fashion. Step by step. nere iswhat we suggest.

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SAFETY FIRST AFTER A HURRICANE

1. Please  be aware asyou walk out the door. Watch for hazards such as tree  limbs, downed powerlines, and the like. Thenyou can report the damages  to theappropriate authorities right away to get you the list of  post-hurricane repairs.
2. Avoid  walking infloodwaters. They may be contaminated, contain debris, or be  touching downed power lines that may still beactive. Once the water  has receded, youcan begin the cleanup process.
3. Boll your drinking water until it has been announced thatthe water In your area is safe to drink.

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IF THE POWER HAS BEEN OUT

There  are additional precautions homeowners should be aware of if the power  has been out for any length of time. Withsafety in mind, remember the  following:

• First, call the local power company to make sure they knowyour area is out of power, but likely they already know.
• Use  battery-poweredflashlights, candles, and Janterns for light. And  remember to never leave an open flame nearthe bed drapes, or within a  child'sreach.
• Then proceed  withcaution. It is safe, turn the power back on. When there is standing  water in your home, wait until it recedes andthe appliances and  outlets are not inwater to avoid shock or risk of tire.
• Then, be  aware of the amount of time your refrigeratorand the goods in it has  been sittingwithout power. You may need to throw It out and go to the  grocery store. Never risk eating food thathas been without proper  counting.

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DEALING WITH THE DAMAGE AFTER A HURRICANE

After the Satery First precautions listed above, you can get to the business of  remediating your area and seeking theappropriate assistance.

1. Take  pictures of anyand all damage is done to your property before anything  is moved or even touched. You will need thesefor the insurance company  and yourl awyer.
2. Contact your insurance companies to make them aware of theImpending claim to be filed.
3. Then  make anynecessary and temporary repairs to get life back in action —  for instance, clear water out of the home.Call the tree specialists to  remove thelimb. Protect the interior of the house by placing a tarp  over the leaking root.
4. When your insurance company has given you the green light tobegin repairs, be sure to hire only licensed professionals. Unfortunately, many people would take advantage ofhomeowners to price gouge and make unnecessary or faulty repairs.

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WHO IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DAMAGE AFTER A HURRICANE?

Understanding  who is on your side in a crisis is imperative to the remediation  process after a hurricane, If there is anyconfusion over the assignment  ofresponsibility after sustaining property data de personal fury, call  your local trial lawyers for advice on how to knocked

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IF A TREE FALLS ON THE HOUSE

Is  the homeowner responsible or the owner of the tree? This is a common  question. But often, the issue is determinedto be an "Act of God” Issue.

An act of God is defined by USLegal.com this way: “An actof God is a  natural catastrophe which noone can pretend such as an earthquake, a tidal mase, a volcanic eruption, a hurricane or a tornado. An act ofGod  Is generally considered an actattributable to nature without human interference. For example, damage from a tornado or a lightning strike  would be considered an act of God. Damage would not be consideredan  act of God if it is caused by theproperty owner." Acts of God should be a  helpful tool to protect homeowners fromcatastrophes and natural  events.Unfortunately, some insurance companies will attempt to use it  as an excuse to divert responsibility forcompensation. That is where  having agood legal team on your side comes in handy.

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DAMAGE TO YOUR CAR DURING A HURRICANE

Damage  to your car isall too common. But that is precisely what Comprehensive  and Collision Insurance is for. The coverageis there to protect you in  the event ofa natural disaster. It is crucial to have this coverage in  areas like Florida to ensure your vehiclesare covered in such an  event.

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FLOODING IN YOUR FLORIDA HOME

Flossing is always a concern for  those who live in coastal and low-lyingareas. If you have flood  insurance, mostof the damage may be covered. However, if you are not  prepared with the right coverage, and remediation process can belengthy and expensive. No matterhow you are ready, flooding in the home is awful ex have a flood in your home, the most importantthing to do is  document the water intrusion, and then getthe water out. Then, when  the watershave receded, take more pictures for the insurance companies  and potential lawsuits.

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PERSONAL INJURY FROM A STORM

Once all are safe and physically cared for, the procedure ismuch that of property damage when personal injuries are sustained.Consult  your insurance company to see what iscovered. Then, if the issues are  notfully covered, you may need to enlist the help of a personal injury  attorney: Good news, Carpenter and Crelustais your local and dual  practice withmedical and law experience to handle any personal injury  case.

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WHEN RELOCATION IS NECESSARY

In some cases, relocation may  be necessary for a while. If the home hasextensive damage and needs  repairs, Itmay be unsafe to stay in the house. This is a point you  would think should be covered in yourhomeowners" insurance or flood insurance. If you find it is not that simple, get advice from your  Florida Insurance Dispute Specialists.

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WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO BE PREPARED FOR A HURRICANE

As  you may know,there are a few hazards to living in Florida that we  Floridians assume when we decide to live incoastal areas. These risks  include

·       Heavy Reinstall

·       High Winds Kip Currents

·       Storm Surge

·       Tornado Activity

Bring prepared for the  season is a beat practice “must" for Floridians. To  learn more about hurricane preparedness, follow this link on Hurricane  Preparedness for Residents of Florida. Then,be prepared each season for  the worst-case scenarios, so you are not left in a more devastating  elsen-stance Always bend the warnings of theNational Hurricane System and  your localauthorities and evacuate when instructed to do so.

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CARPENTER & CZELUSTA ARE READY AFTER A HURRICANE

From  the Panhandle tothe Florida Keys, the attorneys at Carpenter &  Czelusta have been serving Florida victimssince 1998. We practice in  all types ofpersonal injury matters, including auto accidents, brain  injury, nursing home abuse, medicalmalpractice, and wrongful death We  arepreparing for hurricanes right alongside our fellow Floridians. With  Carpenter & Czelusta Trial Lawyers, yourcase will be evaluated by  dually-licensed healthcare and legal professional, nurse attorney  Christa Carpenter, and board-certified civiltrial attorney Eric  Corusta, Bothattorneys pride themselves on responsiveness, dedication,  and specialized knowledge in healthcare andtrial lase After a  hurricane, goo knowwhom to call. Contact Carpenter & Crelusta for  help getting your lite and claim settled.

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