Property Damage Lawyers

Negligence and third-party claims when insurance doesn't cover the full loss.

Yes — even without insurance, you may be able to recover for property damage. If another party's negligence caused your loss, or your policy's limits don't cover the full extent of the damage, our property damage lawyers can seek recovery from the responsible party directly.

If you've had a loss and you're uninsured, you can bring a claim against the party or parties responsible for the damage. Even where insurance exists, there may be portions of the loss that aren't covered, or policy limits that are insufficient to cover the extent of the damage you sustained. In those cases, you may be able to bring a negligence claim against the responsible party, and our property damage lawyers can help.

Property Damage Matters We Handle

Uninsured & underinsured losses
Negligence claims against third parties
Construction & contractor damage
Neighboring-property water intrusion
Damage from a neighbor's tree or renovation
Rental and two-family home damage

Why Work With a Property Damage Attorney

Identify every potentially responsible party, not just the obvious one
Preserve evidence and document damages before they're lost or repaired
Navigate overlapping insurance and negligence claims
Seek full replacement value, not just depreciated actual cash value

Property Damage FAQs

What if the person who damaged my property has no insurance?

You may still be able to recover directly from the responsible party, and in some circumstances your own policy's uninsured-loss or umbrella provisions may apply. Every situation is different and worth a prompt legal review.

Can I recover from a neighbor, contractor or other responsible party for property damage?

Yes, where you can establish negligence or another basis for liability. Common examples include construction damage to an adjoining property, water intrusion from a neighboring unit, and contractor negligence.

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