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Expert Witness Services for First-Party Property Insurance Disputes

Nearly 50 years analyzing first-party property insurance claims, coverage issues, and claim-handling practices.

Helping attorneys evaluate claims, identify claim-handling issues, and better understand disputed first-party property insurance matters.

Case Evaluation

Review of first-party property insurance claims to identify issues, red flags, and areas for further evaluation.

Claim analysis to help attorneys evaluate issues and understand how they may be viewed by both sides.

Expert opinions and testimony concerning claim-handling practices and compliance with applicable insurance regulations.

Litigation Consulting
Expert Witness Services

Former Counsel for Multiple Insurers | Expert Witness | Coverage Issues | Claim-Handling Practices

Stephen H. Huchting, Former Claims Counsel and Expert Witness in First-Party Property Insurance Matters

Not ready to request a case review? This checklist helps identify potential red flags, coverage issues, and claim-handling concerns before next steps are considered.

Nearly 50 Years of First-Party Property Insurance Experience

Stephen H. Huchting is a retired attorney who spent nearly fifty years handling first-party property insurance matters involving residential and commercial claims.

His past experience includes:

Claims counsel to multiple insurance carriers
• Coverage analysis for complex property losses
• Representation of both insurers and insureds
• Expert witness testimony in State and Federal courts
• Service as both a party-appointed appraiser and neutral umpire in Appraisal proceedings under California Insurance Code Section 2071(a)
• Author and contributor to leading publications on property insurance law

Currently he provides independent expert analysis and consulting services to attorneys handling disputed first-party property insurance claims.

Expert consulting specifically for attorneys handling property insurance disputes.

A seasoned consultant reviewing detailed insurance claim documents in a well-lit office.
A seasoned consultant reviewing detailed insurance claim documents in a well-lit office.
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Close-up of hands pointing at a property damage photo during a case analysis meeting.
Litigation Consulting

Consulting to help attorneys understand coverage issues, evaluate claim-handling conduct, and identify issues that may affect the case.

Expert Witness Testimony

Expert opinions and testimony based on review of claim materials, claim-handling practices, and applicable standards.

Expert Witness Services

Free Attorney Resource

First-Party Property Insurance Case Pre-Screening Checklist

• Identify potential claim-handling issues early
• Spot coverage questions before they become problems
• Evaluate risks before committing to litigation strategy

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Expert Analysis of First-Party Property Insurance Disputes

Stephen H. Huchting provides expert analysis of disputed first-party property insurance claims.

His background as former coverage counsel to property insurers helps him identify key claim-handling issues, evaluate coverage positions, and assist attorneys in preparing their cases.

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a pen and a paper

How I Help Attorneys

• Identify potential issues and areas of concern at an early stage
• Evaluate coverage positions and supporting facts
• Consider how opposing counsel and experts may respond
• Assist with expert-related issues as a case develops

Request a Confidential Case Review

Attorneys handling first-party property insurance matters may request a confidential consultation to discuss coverage, claim handling, or expert testimony.

Phone: (213) 400-1194

Email: SHuchtingllc@gmail.com

Consultations handled personally by Steve Huchting, former attorney with nearly 50 years of experience in first-party property insurance claims.