What is Insurance Litigation?

Individuals and companies purchase various forms of insurance to help protect them from serious liability claims, disability, and property damage costs. Though these plans typically provide adequate coverage for most situations, there are instances where insurance will fail to provide fair value for your losses. If you feel as though you are not getting the settlement or assistance you deserve, you will likely file for insurance litigation. Knowing what insurance litigation is can help you prepare your case and ensure that you are getting the compensation you deserve. As leading providers of insurance litigation solutions, the team at Linley Welwood understands the complexities of insurance, coverage, and compensation. That is why our team has provided some information outlining what insurance litigation is and some steps to take to resolve your dispute.

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Defining Insurance Litigation

Insurance litigation can be defined as the process of disputing the results of an insurance claim or settlement. This dispute can address the financial amount of a settlement or focus on the liability of any involved parties. Additionally, most insurance providers are expected to provide a certain standard of care to any customers that choose to purchase a policy from them. A dispute can be lodged by a company or individual against an insurance provider if they believe the provider is not adhering to this standard. For example, they may believe that the provider has not performed an adequate investigation into their claim and does not have the information they need to make an educated decision.

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Types of Insurance Litigation

Insurance litigation can occur for the following types of coverage and liability:

• Motor Vehicle, Rail & Trucking
• Life & Disability
• Product Liability
• Aviation
• Construction
• Property
• Personal Injury Defence
• Insurance Coverage Disputes
• Professional Liability
• Sports and Recreation Liability
• Bad Faith

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Regardless of the type of coverage you may have, it is important to have a skilled and experienced team of litigation experts on your side. Claims can quickly become complex, especially if they involve multiple parties. When a case becomes complex, it can be difficult for individuals to represent themselves and understand complexities surrounding insurance law. The right team will work with you through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and trial to ensure that you are properly represented and get the results you deserve.

To learn more about insurance litigation and to see how our lawyers can help, get in touch with the team at Linley Welwood. We can be reached at 604-850-6640 and will be happy to answer any questions you may have.