While insurance companies are obligated to compensate victims of drunk driving accidents, there have been instances where they attempt to avoid paying out by placing blame solely on the driver. For instance, one agency attempted to classify a drunk driving accident as intentional in order to avoid paying the verdict. The insurer argued that because […]
Have you ever had a questionable or unfair insurance claim settlement in Texas? If so, you may be able to challenge the decision with the help of the bad faith insurance claim lawyers of Millin & Millin. One party that can be held legally liable for an act of insurance bad faith is the insurance […]
The past few years have seen a few devastating hurricanes cause massive amounts of damage to Texas’ coastal region. While we here in the Rio Grande Valley have been fortunate to avoid any catastrophes, the reality is that a major storm can eventually hit our region. That’s why being prepared this hurricane season is so […]
Workers’ compensation is a form of insurance that allows for employees to seek out wage replacement and medical benefits in the case that they are injured or harmed in any manner while performing their work duties. Every state has its own conditions and requirements for employees who are attempting to file for these benefits. If […]
As the baby boomer population reaches their senior years, they have begun to seek out the benefits of the long-term care insurance they purchased years ago. These policies were set to provide benefits which are not normally included in traditional health insurance policies. However, these long-term care policies have lead to a substantial growth of […]
A class-action lawsuit filed in 2012 has finally been settled with a big name in the insurance industry having to pay out those they have wronged. State Farm has gathered the attention of the public eye recently when they settled a class-action lawsuit for $250 million. It was claimed that the company tried to defraud […]
Just a few weeks ago, heavy rain and flooding forced families all across the Rio Grande Valley to evacuate their homes and save what they could. Communities all across the Rio Grande Valley were flooded, including neighborhoods in Weslaco, McAllen, Mission, and Edinburg. The water flooded thousands of homes and business with up to 3-feet […]
The 2017 hurricane season was the most expensive in U.S. history, causing over $200 billion in damages. This was especially true of Harvey in Texas. As a business owner in the Rio Grande Valley, your business is much more susceptible to flooding, hurricane damages, and other weather-related damages. While commercial property insurance will help to […]
Texas had a rough 2017 hurricane season with Harvey causing major damage to southeast Texas and the Houston metro area. Unfortunately, forecasts from North Carolina State University and Colorado State University are predicting another above-average season for 2018. It’s important for residents living along the Gulf Coast and in the Rio Grande Valley to begin […]
Even a well-organized construction project can run into issues and problems. Because there are often many different parties involved, from owners to contractors and subcontractors, disputes often arise. Some of the most common causes of construction disputes are contract errors or omissions, contract non-compliance, and site issues. While some disputes may be resolved quickly and […]
San Diego Independent School District
Contract Length and Dates of Service: 2005-2006
While a partner at Ortiz & Millin LP, John Millin represented San Diego ISD in this insurance bad-faith litigation case involving a property damage claim of water intrusion and mold growth at three different school campuses. The client was extremely pleased with the results. After trying the case before a panel of arbitrators for four months, the insurer, Zurich North America, paid the seven-figure arbitration award within 15 days.
Freer Independent School District
Contract Length and Dates of Service: 2005-2006
While a partner at Ortiz & Millin LP, John Millin handled this insurance bad-faith litigation case. He advocated on behalf of Freer ISD involving a property damage claim due to water intrusion and mold growth at their main high school campus. A six-figure arbitration award was obtained after the case was tried before a panel of arbitrators for eight weeks. The client received payment from the insurer, Zurich North America, within 15 days.
Donna Independent School District
Contract Length and Dates of Service: 2006-2008
While a partner at Ortiz & Millin LP, John Millin served as lead counsel in representing Donna ISD in this complex, multi-facility construction defect case. After six months of intense discovery, the general contractor and its subcontractors agreed to a multi-million dollar settlement before trial.
Brooks County Independent School District
Contract Length and Dates of Service: 2005-2008
John Millin, on behalf of Ortiz & Millin LP, represented Brooks County ISD in this insurance bad-faith litigation case that involved a property damage claim filed as a result of water intrusion and mold growth at four school campuses. A seven-figure arbitration award was obtained after trying the case before a panel of arbitrators. Payment was received from the insurer, Zurich North America, within 15 days.
Lone Star National Bank, Brownsville
Contract Length and Dates of Service: 2007-2008
In this insurance bad-faith litigation case, John Millin represented Lone Star National Bank after a property damage claim was filed due to water intrusion at their six-story office building in Brownsville, TX. The case settled before trial for a confidential six-figure amount, allowing the client to make any and all repairs.
Tortuga Bay Condominiums, South Padre Island
Contract Length and Dates of Service: 2008-2010
Gina and John Millin represented this HOA in this insurance bad-faith litigation case involving a property damage claim after property was damaged by water intrusion during Hurricane Dolly in July of 2008. Texas Windstorm Insurance Association settled before trial for a confidential six-figure amount.
First Church of the Nazarene, Harlingen
Contract Length and Dates of Service: 2008-2010
After water intrusion damaged this client’s property during Hurricane Dolly in July of 2008, we advocated on their behalf in this insurance bad-faith litigation case. We settled with the insurer before trial for a confidential six-figure amount covering the cost of repairs.
Trenton View Shopping Center, McAllen
Contract Length and Dates of Service: 2013-2014
After water intrusion damaged this client’s property during the McAllen Hail Storm in March of 2012, we challenged the insurer’s inadequate and insufficient adjustment of the property damage in an insurance bad-faith case. We settled with the insurer before trial for a confidential six-figure amount covering the cost of repairs.
Fitch Ratings, one of the three largest credit rating agencies in the United States, has speculated about the new presidential administration and what that means for the insurance industry. While Fitch did not expect any policy initiatives to be directly focused on the non-health insurance industry, extensive changes to the financial industry would ease regulations […]
The attorneys at Millin & Millin understand that construction litigation can be a costly and time-consuming issue for you as a contractor, builder, or developer. Whether you are a General Contractor or a Subcontractor, liabilities laws that can still come into effect after years, can mean unexpected lawsuits for mistakes you aren’t even responsible for. […]
‘Tis the season to be jolly, but if you’re unfortunate, the holiday season can also mean personal injury. Every year, thousands of people end up in the hospital because of holiday-related injuries. Whether you’re putting up lights, hanging wreaths, preparing a festive meal, traveling, or just working in wintry weather, you’ll want to be a […]
If there isn’t any damage there can’t be any injury right? Wrong! After a low speed impact collision, your insurance company may associate a lack of damage as an absence of injury. But this isn’t always the case. It is entirely possible for passengers in a auto accident to be injured, especially in soft tissue […]
