March 17, 2025
ShareKelley Kronenberg Secures Favorable Resolution in Dual Water Damage Claims
Kelley Kronenberg Partner Adekemi Akinwole secured an exceptional outcome for a major insurance carrier in Orange County, Florida, strategically resolving two related water damage lawsuits for a minimal settlement that saved the client over $35,000.00 in exposure.
The plaintiff filed separate lawsuits alleging breach of contract for kitchen and bathroom leak claims, seeking upwards of $30,000.00 per case. Through methodical discovery, Adekemi uncovered critical evidence during the plaintiff’s deposition that the claimed damages were actually the result of pre-existing hurricane damage from Hurricanes Irma and Charley—not sudden water leaks as alleged.
Armed with this compelling evidence, Adekemi filed well-crafted Motions for Summary Judgment, highlighting the claims’ fundamental weaknesses. Rather than face these motions in court, opposing counsel agreed to settle both cases for a total that equates to approximately 85% of a reduction from the potential exposure.
This victory demonstrates the effectiveness of thorough investigation and strategic motion practice in resolving questionable property claims, ultimately protecting the carrier from significant unnecessary payments.
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