Underpaid & Denied Claims

Don’t Accept a Lowball Offer. Fight Back.

Received an unfair settlement or claim denial? Michael Acerra specializes in reopening and renegotiating claims that insurance companies have underpaid or wrongfully denied.

Michael Acerra - Underpaid Claims Specialist

Why Insurance Companies Underpay and Deny Claims

Insurance companies are profit-driven. Every dollar they don’t pay you goes to their bottom line. Here are their common tactics:

Inadequate Damage Assessment

Adjusters rush inspections, missing water intrusion, hidden structural issues, and secondary damage.

Lowball Repair Estimates

Insurers undervalue repairs using outdated pricing and excluding necessary work.

Policy Misinterpretation

Companies deny coverage by claiming inapplicable exclusions or misreading policy terms.

Premature Claim Closure

Insurers close claims before all damage is discovered, leaving you responsible.

Disputed Cause of Loss

Companies argue damage resulted from excluded perils despite clear evidence otherwise.

Michael knows every tactic insurers use to minimize payouts. He challenges their decisions with documented evidence and aggressive negotiation to recover the compensation you deserve.

How We Turn Denials Into Settlements

Michael’s systematic approach to recovering underpaid and denied claims.

Comprehensive Claim Review

Michael reviews your original claim, insurance assessment, and policy to identify where the insurer went wrong.

  • Original claim analysis
  • Insurance assessment review
  • Policy examination
  • Gap identification

Independent Property Reinspection

Michael reinspects your property to document all missed damage and additional losses.

  • Hidden damage discovery
  • Secondary damage assessment
  • Code upgrade requirements
  • Accurate replacement costs

Evidence & Documentation

Michael builds a strong case with comprehensive documentation to challenge the insurer’s decision.

  • Damage assessment reports
  • Updated Xactimate estimates
  • Contractor bids
  • Photographic evidence

Strategic Policy Analysis

Michael examines your policy to identify overlooked coverage provisions and additional benefits.

  • Coverage provisions
  • Policy endorsements
  • Replacement cost benefits
  • Additional coverages

Aggressive Renegotiation

Michael presents documented evidence and negotiates persistently until you receive fair compensation.

  • Evidence presentation
  • Assessment challenge
  • Claim reopening demand
  • Fair settlement recovery

Our Competitive Edge

Michael’s insider knowledge and technical expertise give you advantages no one else can match.

  • Former insurance adjuster
  • Xactimate certified
  • Dual licensing
  • Proven track record

Types of Claims We Reopen and Recover

Michael has experience recovering additional compensation on underpaid and denied claims.

Storm Damage Claims

Fire & Smoke Claims

Water Damage Claims

Roof Damage Claims

Structural Damage

Business Interruption

Contents & Property

Total Loss Claims

Get Your Claim Reviewed for Free

Don’t accept an unfair settlement or denial. Let Michael review your claim at no cost to determine if you’re entitled to additional compensation.

You already paid your premiums. Now make your insurance company pay you.