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Jeremy T. Schilling is a civil litigator, with his primary practice in the area of first-party property insurance and personal injury. He spent the first six-plus years of his career defending insurance companies, along with general civil litigation for both defendants and plaintiffs. It is his experience defending insurance companies that enables Jeremy to best serve the injured and policyholders as he now dedicates his practice to helping the injured and homeowners obtain the benefits to which they are entitled.

In this episode Jeremy Schilling talks about his journey with work in an insurance company, providing him a unique understanding of the industry. His law firm, described as a consumer advocacy group, is dedicated to helping injured individuals and homeowners navigate insurance claims. The podcast touches on challenges in the Florida insurance market, particularly unresolved hurricane claims, and highlights the impact of changes in tort reform laws on property and personal injury cases. Jeremy emphasizes the importance of personal connections with clients, the challenges posed by misconceptions about attorneys, and the need for clients to actively participate in decision-making. Despite changes in the legal landscape, the firm's goal remains rooted in doing things the right way and helping people, expecting financial success to follow.

In the interview, Jeremy shares insights into his legal background, the challenges and misconceptions in the legal profession, and the specific hurdles presented by recent changes in Florida law. He articulates the firm's commitment to being a consumer advocacy group, fostering personal connections with clients, and navigating the complexities of insurance claims, particularly in the aftermath of natural disasters. This episode provides a comprehensive overview of Jeremy Schilling's legal approach, the firm's mission, and the evolving legal landscape in Florida.

Here is what to expect on this week’s show:

• Jeremy's Unique Legal Background: Learn about Jeremy Schilling's unconventional start in the legal profession, having worked for an insurance company, which provided him with invaluable insights into the workings of insurance companies.

• Consumer Advocacy: Jeremy's law firm is described as a consumer advocacy group, and he emphasizes the firm's commitment to helping injured individuals and homeowners navigate insurance claims, dispelling misconceptions about lawyers being solely profit-driven.

• Challenges in the Florida Insurance Market: The episode discusses the challenges faced in the Florida insurance market, particularly regarding unresolved hurricane claims, shedding light on the complexities involved in such cases.

• Impact of Legal Changes: gain an understanding of how recent changes in Florida's tort reform laws have affected property and personal injury cases, shaping the way legal professionals approach certain claims.

• Personal Connection and Decision-Making: Jeremy highlights the importance of personal connections with clients, setting realistic expectations, and the active involvement of clients in decision-making, emphasizing that the financial situation of clients is considered irrelevant in the initial stages of evaluating a case.

Connect with Jeremy Schilling

https://schillingsilvers.com/jeremy-t-schilling-esq/

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