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Audrey Peterson
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Audrey is a paralegal and has been a valued member of the Prestwood Law Firm team since obtaining her degree in paralegal studies.
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Homeowners dealing with fire damage claims can face denied or reduced compensation after common mistakes involving documentation, repairs, and insurer communication.
Jun 10, 2026
By Smith Prestwood
Prestwood Law Recovers
We represent property owners across Alabama, and Mississippi whose insurance claims have been delayed, denied, or underpaid. If the insurance company refuses to make a fair offer, we are prepared to sue them in court. Our focus is simple: recover the full benefits your policy provides and hold the insurer accountable when it falls short.
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Fire Damage
$900k
Verdict
- Our clients’ house was destroyed and they lost all of their personal belongings due to a fire.
- We retained an independent adjuster to prepare an estimate of the fire damage and assisted our clients in preparing an inventory of the damaged contents.
- RESULT: Recovered policy limits for house and personal property.
Mobile, AL • Residence
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Wind Damage
$700k
Settlement
- Our client's home was damaged during a thunderstorm, and the insurance company wrongfully denied the claim when the opposing engineer asserted the damage was due to preexisting conditions.
- We retained a storm damage expert and filed a lawsuit.
- RESULT: Negotiated settlement to cover repairs to the rood and interior of the home.
Mobile, AL • Residence
