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Detached Garage Disaster: Why Your Home Insurance Might Not Protect You

By Chip Merlin on March 12, 2025

If your garage isn’t physically attached to your home, is it still part of your “dwelling”? That seemingly simple question led to a surprising decision from a Georgia federal court that should catch the attention of homeowners everywhere. This tale of policy language, legal arguments, and an unfortunate tree offers a critical lesson for all …

The post Detached Garage Disaster: Why Your Home Insurance Might Not Protect You appeared first on Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog.

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    Insurance
  • Blog:
    Property Insurance Coverage Law Blog
  • Organization:
    Merlin Law Group, P.A.
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