Was your car or home damaged in the floods? The complete compensation guide - will protect your wallet
The storm caused heavy property damage. Attorney Asaf Varsha explains: report to insurance immediately, document damages, and sue the local authority if it was negligent in infrastructure. Courts rarely reject the 'force majeure' claim.
The storm that hit Israel over the weekend caused heavy property damage: trees collapsed on cars, apartments and businesses were flooded, and infrastructure was damaged. Attorney Asaf Varsha, an expert in insurance and tort law, explains in an interview with 'Hayom' the main courses of action: report to the insurance company immediately upon discovering the damage and act to prevent further damage. The local authority is responsible for draining its area, and if it was negligent in maintaining infrastructure, it can be sued. Courts rarely reject the 'force majeure' claim by authorities. The article also details the procedures for claiming damages from a fallen tree, flooded storage, a vehicle not insured with comprehensive insurance, and a collapsed pergola. It also explains how the amount of compensation from the insurance company for property damage in an apartment is determined, and the importance of documenting the damage with photos.