HURRICANE BERYL TEARS THROUGH HOUSTON Millions of Dollars of Damages Behind Left in Its Path
BREAK TAKE A with her husband and their daughter and heads up the Brasher Law Firm Houston office, remarks, “We have seen unprecedented natural disasters in the Houston area that I have never seen in my whole life! I can’t remember the last time there was a named hurricane in July in Houston, for example, and certainly don’t recall ever having lived through a derecho before. As someone who has lived in Houston my whole life, I see what my friends, neighbors, and family have gone through, and I want to do everything I can to help.” On July 8, 2024, Hurricane Beryl, a Category 1 (almost Category 2) hurricane, ripped through Houston, leaving more than 2.1 million people without power for several days, if not weeks, and causing millions of dollars in damages. It is estimated that Hurricane Beryl will cost homeowners and business owners in Harris County, Texas (the 4th largest county in the country), somewhere between $210 million to $600 million in damages. This comes on the heels of the May 16, 2024, derecho, a rare widespread damaging windstorm believed to have cost Houston area residents about $5–$8 billion in damages. Brasher Law Firm partner Nishi Kothari, who lives in Houston
After these kinds of events, many are left wondering how to make an insurance claim or what to do if your insurance company denies your claim (partially or fully). Ms. Kothari further stated, “The sad truth is that insurance companies frequently deny valid claims, and we see it happening more and more because they know most people will simply accept what the insurance company is telling them and not fight back. In fact, last year, the Texas Department of Insurance reported that there were about 4,500 consumer complaints made by homeowners in Texas about their insurance claims either being denied or underpaid or delayed.” The simple truth is that every policyholder has the right to question a claim denial and fight for a fair payout on a valid claim. You need to fight and advocate for yourself. But once you feel like you’ve hit the end of your rope, it’s smart to get a lawyer involved. Recent changes in Texas law make this tricky to navigate. Brasher Law Firm recently shared a blog post about the Texas Supreme Court’s latest decision, which you can find online at brasherattorney.com. You need an attorney who has experience handling these kinds of claims, has gone to trial over these types of claims, and is not afraid of even appealing to the highest courts in Texas to help you with your claim. Our firm offers free consultations. Call us today if you’ve been denied payment or were underpaid on your insurance claim. Our Houston office is ready to assist you!
Baked Sausage With Apples and Fennel Inspired by GoodHousekeeping.com
This comforting dish, packed with seasonal flavors, is perfect when the weather starts to get chilly.
Ingredients • 2 apples • 1 fennel bulb • 8 raw, flavored sausages • 2 red onions cut into wedges • 1 tsp fennel seeds
• 2 tbsp fresh oregano leaves • 2 tbsp olive oil • 2 tsp honey • 2–3 oz dry white wine
Directions 1. Preheat oven to 400 F. 2. Cut apples into 6 wedges and slice off any core, leaving the skin on. Place in a roasting pan. 3. Slice fennel in half and remove the core. Chop and add to pan along with sausages and onion wedges. 4. Using a pestle and mortar, break up fennel seeds and sprinkle over the pan. Add oregano. 5. Next, drizzle oil, honey, and wine over the ingredients, then toss all together. 6. Roast for 40 minutes, tossing occasionally until sausages are golden and fruit and veggies are tender.
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