Duval County, Florida

Duval County is located in the northeastern corner of Florida, along the Atlantic coast. It has a total area of 918 square miles, with 762 square miles of land and 156 square miles of water. The county is bordered by Nassau County to the north, Baker County to the west, Clay and St. Johns counties to the south, and the Atlantic Ocean to the east. 

Demographics 

According to the 2022 U.S. Census estimate, Duval County had a population of 1,016,536, making it the sixth most populous county in Florida. The racial makeup was 57.9% White, 29.1% Black or African American, 5.4% Asian, 0.4% Native American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, and 7.1% from other races. Additionally, 11.3% were Hispanic or Latino of any race. 

Climate and Natural Disasters 

Duval County has a humid subtropical climate, with hot and humid summers and mild winters. Average highs are around 92°F in July, and average lows are around 45°F in January. Due to its coastal location, the county is vulnerable to hurricanes, tropical storms, flooding, and tornadoes. Major hurricanes that have impacted Duval County include Hurricane Dora in 1964, Hurricane Frances in 2004, Hurricane Matthew in 2016, and Hurricane Irma in 2017, which caused widespread damage and power outages. 

Denied or Delayed Claims and Bad Faith Practices 

Duval 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 Duval County result in frequent contractual disputes and other civil litigation. 

Property Damage Attorney in Duval 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 Duval 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 Duval County and across the state of Florida. 

Cities We Serve in Duval County, Florida: 

• Atlantic Beach 
• Baldwin 
• Jacksonville 
• Jacksonville Beach 
• Neptune Beach