South Carolina Lawyers for Insurance Bad Faith Actions
Most people do not think too much about insurance until they need it. Often, they never anticipate that their insurance company may act in its own interests instead of the interests of the policyholder. And they almost never consider that insurance companies may break the law by acting in bad faith.
Insurance companies can act in bad faith by:
- Unreasonable denial of claims
- Improperly disputing the existence of coverage
- Intentional delay of claims
- Unreasonable refusal to settle within the policy limits
Under South Carolina's Tyger River Doctrine, courts recognize that insurance policy holders have a cause of action if an insurer unreasonably refuses to accept a settlement within the policy limits. This doctrine is an advantage to policyholders who struggle with the unreasonable actions of an insurer.
At Proffitt & Cox, a Columbia, South Carolina, law firm, we represent the victims of insurance bad faith against their insurance companies. Our insurance law attorneys seek to help our clients obtain the coverage that they contracted for when they bought their insurance policy. In some cases, just having an attorney represent you may cause the insurer to take your claim seriously. Other times, litigation may be necessary. When it is, our trial attorneys are well prepared to do what it takes - within the bounds of ethics and the law - to help you receive the insurance benefits that you are entitled to.
Are you experiencing problems with your insurance company? Talk to an attorney about your options. Contact Proffitt & Cox, LLP, Attorneys at Law, by calling (803) 834-7097 in Columbia or toll free nationwide (877) 276-0533. You can also complete our contact form to schedule an initial consultation. We are conveniently located in the BB&T building at 8910 Two Notch Road, near I-77 and I-20 in Northeast Columbia.
