MLA Claims, LLC

A public adjuster is an expert on the preparation, presentation and adjustment of real property, business interruption and extra expense insurance claims and is dedicated to serving only the interests of policyholders.

April, May and June are the peak months for tornadoes in the U.S. Are you prepared? Identify a safe place in your home or business to take shelter.

The federal government will recommend flood control measures including storm surge barriers, floodwalls, and elevating homes and other buildings in a report later this year on combating back bay flooding. Find out all the details here. https://www.claimsjournal.com/news/east/2021//24/302208.htm

MLA Claims is a property loss consulting firm with experience in all types of insured property, business interruption and extra expense losses. Our expert consultants help level the playing field between you and your insurance carrier's hired specialists. https://www.mlaclaims.com/contact-us-2

In the event of a fire or emergency, make sure your family has an escape plan and has practiced it.

Kitchen fires are the leading cause of house fires in the U.S. Don't make these mistakes this holiday season and leave yourself vulnerable. https://redcrosschat.org//08/4-kitchen-mistakes-youre-mak/

3 out of 5 home fire deaths result from fires in properties without working smoke alarms. Please take 5 minutes each week to test your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.

Our client sustained water damage behind their stucco and after being denied twice by insurance they sought professional assistance from MLA claims. MLA claims was able to convince the insurance company they were partially liable . We secured the client proceeds necessary to replace the stucco system. https://www.mlaclaims.com/avalon-beach-house

What policyholders don't know about their commercial property insurance can hurt them. Two issues we frequently see misunderstood are co-insurance and protective safeguard endorsements. Find out what these mean for your commercial property insurance. https://www.mlaclaims.com//commercial-property-insurance-l

Hurricane season is every year from June 1 - November 30. Don't wait until you're facing a major storm to consider your insurance coverage. https://www.iii.org/article/hurricane-season-insurance-guide

Coastal flooding, made worse by climate change poses serious risk to coastal homes and infrastructure. Particularly vulnerable areas include the northeast U.S., northwest Europe, southeast Asia and northern Australia. Are you prepared in the event your assets are damaged? https://www.cnbc.com//climate-change-coastal-flooding-coul

Claims with public adjuster representation typically result in larger payments to policyholders. Even if you are in the middle of the claims process or have received a partial payment, it may not be too late to hire a public adjuster. https://www.mlaclaims.com//not-too-late-to-hire-public-adj

More than 40% of businesses that suffer a disaster without a plan in place never recover. Make sure you have a disaster recovery plan in place before disaster strikes.

Property loss resulting from flood is typically not covered under a standard commercial property insurance policy. Here are some questions you should ask yourself to determine if your business needs flood insurance. https://www.iii.org/a/does-my-business-need-flood-insurance

A high-end residential condominium association located in Palmas Del Mar, Puerto Rico was left devastated by Hurricane Maria. After 7 months of working directly with the insurance carrier, the Insured received a settlement offer of $192,588.77. The Insured, unhappy with the proposed settlement offer, hired MLA Claims who ultimately negotiated a net settlement of $1,143,400.60 or nearly 6X the original offer. Read the entire case study here. https://www.mlaclaims.com/palmas-del-mar

COVID-19 has resulted in massive commercial closures leaving a lot of uncertainty. Properties could become diminished and building owners must protect their assets, protect themselves from liability, and understand the limitations of their insurance policies. Here are some things to consider. https://www.globest.com//is-your-building-protected-durin/

MLA Claims is one of the nation's most accomplished property loss consulting firms with public insurance adjusters and property loss consultants working exclusively for you, the policyholder. https://www.mlaclaims.com/contact-us-2

Floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters. If you live in a floodplain, be sure to have an evacuation plan.

Peak hurricane season is here which means you should do your best to prepare your business and home. Here are some things you can do to prepare. https://www.weather.gov/wrn/hurricane-preparedness

A major problem with stucco homes not built to current building codes is water damage. Certain damage, depending on the specific language of your homeowners insurance policy, may potentially be covered as an ensuing covered loss. https://www.mlaclaims.com//a-must-read-insurance-blog-for-