Michael Weinstein An Interview with... Unlocking Justice: Michael Weinstein on Insurance Coverage and Policyholder Rights idea that I was representing the little guy against the bully, and, in the end, trying to achieve a right and fair result. What are the most common reasons insurance companies deny property claims, and how can policyholders protect themselves? To begin with, your insurance policy is simply a contract between you and the insurance company. The policy sets forth the claims for which an insurance company has an obligation to provide coverage and issue payment, and those claims for which they do not. Of course, as lawyers, we often work in the middle—what I call the gray area. But in my experience, if an insurance company believes it can argue that a cause of loss fits into an exclusion in the policy, there What led you to specialize in insurance coverage disputes, particularly for homeowners and commercial property claims? I opened my own law firm in 2008, and my first client was a public adjusting firm. In addition to performing legal work for the company, I became a referral source for their clients who were facing legal issues with their claims. Once I started representing clients in this field, it just felt right. It’s funny; when I was growing up as a kid in New York, my mother would always say I was going to be a lawyer. At the time, I did not know why, although I think maybe she just wanted to brag to her friends. But once I started doing this work, I realized I became a lawyer to help people get their own slice of justice. I was immediately drawn to the Attorney Michael Weinstein shares his insights on the intricate world of insurance coverage disputes. With over 15 years of experience advocating for homeowners and commercial property owners, Michael discusses the common pitfalls policyholders face when dealing with denied claims, the legal landscape in Georgia, and effective strategies for navigating the claims process. His passion for helping clients secure their rightful insurance proceeds underscores the critical role of legal representation in this often complex arena. WWW.LAWYER-MONTHLY.COM 43
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