Panama City and the greater Bay County area were fortunate enough to avoid the significant impacts of Hurricane Helene; in comparison, unfortunately, to our eastern neighbors. In a city report, the most we dealt with was minor flooding in limited areas. Even still, this flooding may have been consequential to your residential home or brick-and-mortar business. And at Manuel & Thompson, PA, we care about how every single Panama City resident was affected by this hurricane, including every last one of the residents in our neighboring eastern areas. This is to say that we are ready and willing to step in and assist you with your insurance claim for your home or business, no matter how minor or major of an undertaking it may be. So, without further ado, please continue reading to learn how to make an insurance claim for Hurricane Helene in Panama City and how one of the experienced Panama City hurricane claim attorneys at Manuel & Thompson, PA can support you during this very trying time.
How do I make an insurance claim for Hurricane Helene in Panama City?
Once you strongly believe that conditions are safe enough to do so, there are a few simple steps you may take to handle your insurance claim for your home or business after Hurricane Helene. Simply put, they read as follows:
- Take photos and videos of the damaged areas in your home or business and your damaged personal property.
- Make a comprehensive inventory of your damaged personal property to supplement your photos and videos.
- Collect receipts of the items or services you bought to replace or repair your damages after Hurricane Helene.
- Keep receipts of the living or business expenses you incurred to stay safe during and after Hurricane Helene.
- Make sure your homeowner’s or business’s insurance policy is up to date before promptly filing your claim.
On another note, if you are a business owner, it is worth mentioning that Panama City has extended the deadline for business license renewals. This is in light of Hurricane Helene and the temporary closure of City Hall. So, while renewals would have been due on September 30th, they are now due by the end of the day on October 18th, with waived late penalties. Hopefully, this offers you flexibility and support as your business recovers in this hurricane’s aftermath.
How can our Panama City hurricane claim attorneys support you?
We cannot stress enough that our Panama City hurricane claim attorneys are here to support you in any capacity you require. This is whether your insurance company is attempting to lowball, delay, or deny your claim, or if you simply need someone to talk you through this difficult situation. We are here living in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene just like you, so we understand, without a doubt, exactly what you are going through.
In conclusion, before entering the insurance arena, you must retain the services of one of the skilled Panama City hurricane claim attorneys. Reach out to Manuel & Thompson, PA today.
