Category: Insurance Issues

Senate Seeks To Delay Significant Post Sandy Flood Insurance Increases

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The United States Senate recently passed a bill that would delay significant proposed increases in flood insurance rates for millions of property owners in flood-prone and coastal areas – including those who are still struggling from damages sustained… Read More »

Many Homeowners Still Awaiting Insurance Settlements from Hurricane Sandy

New Jersey has received nearly 2 billion dollars in federal Hurricane Sandy relief funds to be distributed by the state as it sees fit – but with federal oversight.  However, many residents are questioning whether those funds are… Read More »

Hoboken NJ Mayor Says Governor Intentionally Withheld Hurricane Funds

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The mayor of Hoboken has alleged that the Christie Administration intentionally withheld Hurricane Sandy relief funds from the city because the mayor refused to permit a building project that Gov. Christie demanded be undertaken. Much Ado about Nothing…… Read More »

Staten Island Man Gets Slammed Twice: First in Sandy, Now In Target Security Breach

Talk about bad luck.  A Staten Island resident whose home was completely destroyed in Hurricane Sandy says that his Target account was part of the recent security breach that exposed about 40 million bank accounts to fraudulent activity. … Read More »

Five Areas Hit By Hurricane Sandy Still Need Major Revitalization

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Repairing and rebuilding efforts continue in parts of the New York and New Jersey coastlines hit hardest by Hurricane Sandy more than a year ago.  However, despite the gallant efforts of residents, politicians and celebrities, many of these… Read More »

New Guidelines May Give NY Policyholders More Leverage

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It has been one year since Hurricane Sandy hit.  Yet, not a day passes without more stories of homeowners still waiting to receive compensation for their losses.  As many of these claims begin to be litigated, New York… Read More »

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