Florida appeals court rejects homeowners’ legal fee claim after Hurricane Ian insurance dispute

In a recent decision, a Florida appeals court determined that homeowners Susan Reed and Kent Lonngren are ineligible to collect legal fees from Citizens Property Insurance. The couple had contested repairs linked to Hurricane Ian’s 2022 storm damage. The court concluded that Citizens had fulfilled its duties, even while the homeowners pursued legal action during the appraisal phase, indicating that Citizens acted in good faith throughout the claim.