Residential Fire Claim

$238,667 Recovery for Rental Property Fire Claim

The Problem

Our client’s rental property was severely damaged after a tenant’s child accidentally started a fire inside the home. While the fire itself caused significant structural damage, hundreds of gallons of water used by the fire department to extinguish the blaze caused additional flooding and property loss.

Despite the urgency of the situation, the insurance company delayed payment for over three months, leaving the homeowner with mounting repair costs and no financial assistance.

Our Approach

Jimenez Legal was retained to expedite and maximize the recovery. Our attorneys:

• Secured an initial payment from the insurance company to start repairs
• Conducted a full damage assessment including fire, smoke, and water-related losses
• Litigated aggressively to overcome the insurer’s delays and underpayment
• Negotiated a resolution that reflected the true cost of restoring the property

The Result

After a hard-fought legal battle, we brought the total collection to $238,667.70, covering structural repairs, contents replacement, and water remediation — enabling our client to fully restore the rental property.

Key Takeaway

Insurance companies often delay fire claim payments, causing further hardship. Legal representation can speed up the process and secure the full value of the loss.