Jefferson County, Florida
Jefferson County is located in the Florida Panhandle region of the state. It has a total area of 637 square miles, with 598 square miles of land and 39 square miles (6.1%) of water. Jefferson County is bordered by Georgia to the north, Madison County to the east, Taylor County to the southeast, Wakulla County to the southwest, and Leon County to the west.
Demographics
According to the 2020 U.S. Census, Jefferson County had a population of 14,246. The racial makeup was 63.8% White, 30.5% Black or African American, 3.6% Hispanic or Latino, and 2.1% from other races or two or more races. The 2022 estimated population was 14,200.
Climate and Natural Disasters
Jefferson County has a humid subtropical climate and is prone to severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, flooding, and hurricanes during hurricane season from June through November. The county has been impacted by major hurricanes, including Hurricane Michael in 2018, which caused significant wind damage as a Category 5 storm.
Denied or Delayed Claims and Bad Faith Practices
Residents of Jefferson County buy insurance to protect their property from natural disasters. However, insurance companies frequently use tactics to deny full compensation and may engage in bad faith practices to limit coverage. Beyond property issues, the presence of numerous businesses in Jefferson County leads to frequent contractual disputes and other civil litigation.
Property Damage Attorney in Jefferson 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 Jefferson 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 Jefferson County and across the state of Florida.
Cities We Serve in Jefferson County, Florida:
- Ashville
- Aucilla
- Casa Blanco
- Cody
- Drifton
- Fanlew
- Lamont
- Lloyd
- Monticello
- Waukeenah