Expert Witness Services for
First-Party Property Claims

Insurance disputes often hinge on complex policy language, damage assessments, and industry practices that require deep expertise to untangle.

As an experienced public adjuster and former insurance company insider, I provide attorneys with clear, credible, and actionable insights to strengthen their cases.

My combination of technical knowledge, 20 years of experience, and professional designations (CPCU, AIC, SPPA, CPAU) makes me a trusted resource for expert witness testimony in even the most challenging cases.

Industry-Recognized Certifications  Means Unbiased Expertise You Can Trust

Christopher L. Friedley is a Certified Professional Public Adjuster (CPPA)

Meet Public Adjuster Christopher L. Friedley

When Hurricane Katrina landed in Mississippi in 2005, my world changed forever. I spent nine hours clinging to a live oak tree in Biloxi after my in-laws’ home was swept away in the storm surge. I saw firsthand the devastation left behind, but what struck me most was watching my in-laws struggle with their insurance company over wind vs. water damage. At the time, I didn’t even know what a public adjuster was—I only knew that the system felt unfair, and policyholders like my in-laws were left to fight an uphill battle.

That experience shaped my career. I became an insurance adjuster that year, working claims for insurance companies for the next 19 years. I thought I was doing the right thing yet over time, I saw too many policyholders facing the same frustrating battles, often unaware of their rights or how to fight back and claim a fairer settlement to restore their home after damage. 

I knew I could make a bigger impact by advocating for the individuals, families, and business owners in my community—not for the insurers.

In August 2024, I left my role at a global claims adjusting firm and launched my own public adjusting firm. Now, I use my insider knowledge to help homeowners and business owners navigate their claims, fight for what they’re owed, and regain control over their recovery.

Types of Cases I Can Help You With

Underpaid Claims

I can offer insights into whether a settlement was calculated fairly and in compliance with policy terms.

Bad Faith Practices

I help you identify instances where insurers acted in bad faith, including delays, improper denials, or underpayment of claims.

Disputed Coverage

Based on my 20 years of experience, I can clarify whether a claim should be covered under the terms of the policy, and whether the circumstances apply.

Industry Standards

I help you address deviations from accepted industry practices that may have impacted claim handling or settlement offers.

The Benefits You’ll Receive With Me As
Your Case's Expert Witness

I assist first-party policy attorneys by providing detailed analysis, professional opinions, and credible testimony.

My expert witness services include:

  • Policy Interpretation: Insurance policies are often complex and open to varying interpretations. I analyze and clarify policy language, terms, and coverage, offering insights that attorneys can use to build compelling arguments.
  • Damage Evaluation: I provide objective, professional opinions on the extent of property damage, the adequacy of insurance company assessments, and whether settlements reflect the true scope of the loss.
  • Insight into Industry Practices: Having worked inside the insurance industry for nearly two decades, I can identify and explain standard practices, deviations, and questionable tactics that may be relevant to your case.

  • Testimony That Resonates: I present findings in a clear, concise, and professional manner, whether in depositions, mediations, or courtrooms, ensuring the jury, judge, or opposing counsel understands the issues at hand.

Why Property Insurance Attorneys Choose Me to Help Them with Their Cases

  • Unbiased Perspective: My experience spans both sides of the insurance claims process—first as an insurance company adjuster and now as a public adjuster advocating for policyholders. This dual perspective provides valuable context for insurance disputes.
  • Technical Expertise: I hold advanced designations (CPCU, AIC, SPPA), reflecting a high level of technical proficiency in claims handling, policy analysis, and insurance industry standards.
  • Proven Communication Skills: I translate complex insurance concepts into clear, actionable insights that resonate with legal professionals, judges, and juries.
  • Case-Specific Insights: Whether your case involves bad faith, underpaid claims, or disputed coverage, I tailor my analysis to the unique needs of the case but I maintain an unbiased and honest evaluation.

Interested? Download my CV to learn more.

Christopher L. Friedley CV

Let's Build a Stronger Case, Together.

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