Collier County, Florida
Collier County is located in southwest Florida, on the Gulf coast. It is part of the Naples-Marco Island Metropolitan Statistical Area. The county has a total area of 2,305 square miles, with 1,998 square miles of land and 307 square miles of water. It is bordered by Lee County to the northwest, Hendry County to the north, Miami-Dade County to the southeast, and Monroe County to the south. A large portion of the southeastern part of the county lies within the Big Cypress National Preserve. The northernmost part of Everglades National Park also extends into the southern coastal area of Collier County.
Demographics
According to the 2020 U.S. Census, Collier County had a population of 375,752, an increase of 16.9% since 2010. The racial makeup was 83.4% White, 7.6% Black or African American, 1.8% Asian, 0.4% Native American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 6.7% from other races. Additionally, 28.3% were Hispanic or Latino of any race.
Climate and Natural Disasters
Collier County has a subtropical climate, with hot and humid summers and mild, dry winters. Average highs are around 90°F in July, and average lows are around 55°F in January. Due to its coastal location, the county is highly vulnerable to hurricanes, tropical storms, storm surge flooding, and tornadoes. Major hurricanes that have impacted Collier County include Hurricane Donna in 1960, Hurricane Andrew in 1992, Hurricane Wilma in 2005, and Hurricane Irma in 2017, which caused widespread damage and power outages.
Denied or Delayed Claims and Bad Faith Practices
Collier County residents purchase insurance coverage to protect their property during natural disasters. Often, insurance companies employ tactics to deny full compensation and may engage in bad faith practices to minimize coverage. Besides property issues, the numerous businesses in Collier County result in frequent contractual disputes and other civil litigation.
Property Damage Attorney in Collier County, Florida
If your claim has been wrongfully disputed or denied, contact Fauntleroy & Satmary, P.A. Our attorneys advocate for the rights of insurance policyholders throughout Collier County and other regions in Florida. We are well-versed in Florida law and will apply our knowledge to your case to achieve the best possible outcome.
To schedule a consultation with Fauntleroy & Satmary, contact us online or call (813) 835-8888. We serve clients in Collier County and across the state of Florida.
Cities We Serve in Collier County, Florida:
- Ave Maria
- Everglades City
- Golden Gate
- Immokalee
- Lely Resort
- Marco Island
- Naples
- Naples Park
- Vineyards