Forensic engineer Leo Cannyn of Beryl Engineering and Inspection in Tampa explains how engineers separate storm damage from wear and tear, how mechanical damage differs from storm damage, and what property owners should document before anyone arrives. Leo's firm: Beryl Project Engineering, https://berylprojectengineering.com/ This is an episode of Off The Record by Louis Meyer, a conversation series with the people who inspect, restore, negotiate, and decide what happens after property damage and injuries. If you enjoy this kind of content, subscribe so you do not miss the next conversation. Are you an industry professional with something to teach property owners? Send a message to book a spot in the studio for a future episode: lmeyer@kpattorney.com Off The Record by Louis Meyer. Louis P. Meyer, Esq., Senior Attorney at Kanner & Pintaluga, P.A., Tampa, Florida. Practice focuses on property damage and personal injury claims. This content is general information, not legal advice.

The conversation covers the process of filing a hurricane claim and the subsequent challenges in dealing with insurance companies. It provides insights into the steps involved in filing a claim and the strategies for challenging the denial of claims.

Takeaways

• Filing a hurricane claim
• Challenging insurance company's denial

Chapters

• 00:00 Filing a Hurricane Claim
• 01:29 Challenging the Insurance Company

Louis Meyer, a senior attorney, shares insights on how to beat insurance companies when filing a hurricane claim. He discusses the process of filing a claim, handling insurance company denials, and the importance of assembling a strong team of professionals to support the claim.

Takeaways

• Insurance companies often try to delay, deny, and depose claims to avoid paying.
• Assembling a strong team of professionals, including lawyers, engineers, meteorologists, and general contractors, is crucial for supporting a hurricane claim.

Chapters

• 00:00 Assembling a Strong Team for the Claim