WSHB's Sebastian Larrea and Nicole Dominguez secured a victory in a property insurance claim dispute, resulting in the dismissal of the lawsuit with prejudice. This triumph not only showcases the firm's commitment to excellence but also highlights its exceptional ability to navigate complex legal challenges with expertise and skill.
"This win exemplifies WSHB's commitment to delivering exceptional results for our clients. By securing this dismissal with prejudice, we not only protected our client's interests but also showcased our mastery of Florida case law." Said Florida partner Sebastian Larrea. "It is a true testament to our team's dedication and legal expertise."
In this case, the Plaintiff initiated a lawsuit against WSHB's insurance client asserting that their property insurance claim should not have been subjected to the appraisal process. The Plaintiff argued that the denial of the roof portion of the claim created a coverage question that was unsuitable for appraisal. Prior to litigation, WSHB's client invoked appraisal on all of the damages being claimed including the roof.
Through the appraisal process, the Umpire determined that there was no wind damage to the roof associated with the claim. Consequently, no insurance proceeds were awarded for the roof portion of the claim in appraisal. Leveraging Florida case law, WSHB asserted that the entire claim, including the roof, had been resolved through the appraisal process, thereby avoiding the need for judicial intervention.
To solidify their position, WSHB filed a Motion to Dismiss citing to Florida case law that supported the dismissal of the Plaintiff's meritless complaint.
Days before the scheduled hearing on the Motion to Dismiss, counsel for the Plaintiff voluntarily dismissed the lawsuit with prejudice.
Vince Beilman, head of the London practice at WSHB expressed his delight at the outcome, stating, "This win demonstrates our dedication to protecting our clients' best interests. By obtaining the dismissal of this lawsuit with prejudice, we not only safeguarded substantial financial resources but also showcased our understanding of Florida case law and our relentless pursuit of fair and just outcomes for our clients."
This victory further solidifies WSHB as a trusted and reliable law firm handling all facets of first party matters in the State of Florida.
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