February 16, 2024

Should I Get a Lawyer If I Was Injured in a Delivery Truck Accident?

Each year, light trucks are involved in over three million crashes nationwide. Consequently, an average of 2,000 people are killed and another 100,000 suffer injuries each month in a light truck accident, according to figures compiled by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Victims and surviving family members of a delivery truck accident often struggle with physical injuries, emotional trauma, and financial hardship in the weeks, months, and even years after the crash. Having an experienced Orlando delivery truck accident lawyer on your side is the key to navigating the aftermath of a crash and being fairly compensated for […]
January 16, 2024

Unresolved 2023 Florida Insurance Claim? Malik Law Can Help

As a home or business owner, you likely purchased insurance to cover losses and protect your financial investment. If you filed an insurance claim in 2023 that has yet to be resolved, you are probably feeling frustrated and anxious as you start the new year. Having a delay, underpayment, or denial related to an insurance claim hanging over your head is not the way you hoped to usher in 2024. The good news is that help is available. A Florida insurance claim lawyer at Malik Law can review your claim and help determine why the claim has yet to be […]
December 19, 2023

What Kind of Compensation Can I Get From an Orlando Car Accident Lawsuit?

The impact of a car accident can be felt for many years after a collision, often causing lifelong physical and emotional scars. A car accident can also have devastating financial repercussions for the victim and his or her family. If you have suffered the negative effects of an Orlando car accident that was caused, in whole or in part, by another party, you could be entitled to financial compensation. An Orlando car accident attorney at Malik Law can help you understand your legal rights and options following a car accident in which you suffered injuries. We have seen firsthand the […]
November 16, 2023

Do I Need a Lawyer After an Orlando Car Accident?

In recent years, the Orlando metropolitan area has averaged more than 25,000 car accidents each year. As a result of those car accidents, an average of 20,000 people are injured and another 200 are killed each year in Orlando. For a car accident victim, the impact of a car accident can extend beyond physical injuries to include emotional trauma and financial difficulties. If you were injured in an Orlando car accident, one of the first decisions you should make is whether to hire an attorney. At Malik Law, we understand how stressful the time period following a car accident can […]
September 21, 2023

Will My Florida Homeowners Insurance Cover Damage from Hurricane Idalia?

On August 30, 2023, Hurricane Idalia made landfall along Florida’s Big Bend region as a Category 3 major hurricane. Bringing a storm surge of 4-6 feet above normal high tide, Hurricane Idalia was the most powerful hurricane to hit the Big Bend region in over a century. Early reports estimate that the damages from Hurricane Idalia could exceed $20 billion. If your home was damaged during Hurricane Idalia’s destructive path across the Sunshine State, you are likely counting on your homeowner’s insurance to cover the cost of repairing or replacing the damage. If you have questions about what your homeowner’s […]
February 10, 2023

Having Trouble Getting Insurance Payment for Hurricane Ian Roof Damage?

On September 28, 2022, the deadliest hurricane in almost 100 years made landfall along Florida’s southwest coast. Hurricane Ian made landfall with wind speeds approaching the level of a category 5 hurricane. The wrath and destruction of Hurricane Ian would be felt along a path from the southwest coast of Florida to the northeast coast where Ian finally moved back out into the Atlantic Ocean. The damage estimates for Orange County alone are estimated to be over $200 million. The powerful winds and torrential rain caused roof damage to thousands of homes and businesses. If you are having trouble getting […]
December 16, 2022

What to Do If Your Insurance Company Won’t Pay for Hurricane Ian Damage

Hurricane Ian barreled onto the southwest coast of Florida on September 28, 2022. After making landfall, Hurricane Ian headed northeast, passing over the Orlando area before eventually heading back into the Atlantic Ocean. Orange County officials estimate that Hurricane Ian caused over $200 million in damages throughout the county. If your home or property suffered damage during Hurricane Ian, you likely expected your insurance company to reimburse you for the cost of repairs or replacement in a timely manner. If, instead, your insurance company refuses to pay your claim, what can you do?   What Does a Typical Homeowner’s Insurance […]
November 23, 2022

What Hurricane Ian Damage Should My Insurance Policy Cover?

On September 28, 2022, Hurricane Ian made landfall along the southwest coast of Florida as a Category 5 hurricane. Ian’s 18-foot storm surge, winds in excess of 155 m.p.h, and torrential rainfall caused catastrophic and historic damage to homes and businesses. If your home or business was damaged during Hurricane Ian, you undoubtedly want to know what damage your insurance policy will cover.   What Hurricane Damage Does Homeowner’s Insurance Typically Cover? The average homeowner doesn’t read through the fine print when they purchase an insurance policy. Unfortunately, that means that when a storm like Hurricane Ian hits, causing devastating […]
November 14, 2022

How To File a Hurricane Ian Insurance Claim in Florida

Hurricane Ian made landfall on Wednesday, September 28th along the southwest coast of Florida. Ian then headed northeast, hovering over the state for two days before heading back out into the Atlantic Ocean. Along with over 100 deaths, Hurricane Ian was responsible for catastrophic devastation and destruction to homes and businesses throughout the State of Florida. If your property was damaged because of Hurricane Ian, you undoubtedly expect your insurance company to reimburse you in full and within a reasonable amount of time. To make sure that happens, it helps to know how to file a Hurricane Ian insurance claim […]
October 4, 2022

Recovering from Hurricane Ian

Although the beginning of the 2022 Atlantic Hurricane Season was unusually uneventful, Hurricane Ian more than made up for it when it blew ashore on September 28th as a Category 4 hurricane. If you were in the path of Hurricane Ian, your home and/or business may have suffered significant damage. You may even be temporarily displaced because your home was rendered uninhabitable. Knowing where to turn for help and what steps to take is crucial to recovering financially and emotionally. The Destructive Force of Hurricane Ian Florida residents are accustomed to preparing for hurricane season each year; however, as the […]