Matt Sharp Quoted in The Nevada Independent on Wildfire Insurance Claims
August 25, 2026
Attorney Matthew L. Sharp was quoted in The Nevada Independent this week in coverage of the Bug and Stallion fires burning across Northern Nevada and what homeowners should know when navigating the insurance claims process after a wildfire.
As residents begin assessing damage and filing claims, one of the key issues is whether insurance payments will reflect the actual cost of rebuilding. Insurers often rely on national pricing models that may not account for higher construction costs in Nevada, potentially creating a gap between what an insurance company offers and what a local contractor says it will cost to rebuild.
“If your insurance company is not willing to help you, that’s kind of a red flag that you’re not getting good service,” he said, “and that’s a red flag that maybe there’s some bad faith conduct going on.”
Sharp emphasized that homeowners should expect their insurance company to work with them throughout that process. “You bought the insurance for financial security and peace of mind, and it’s now their time to deliver on that promise,” he told The Nevada Independent.
For homeowners whose properties have been damaged or destroyed, an insurance dispute can add another layer of difficulty to the recovery process. Sharp represents policyholders in disputes with insurance companies and can evaluate whether an insurer is meeting its obligations under the policy and whether its handling of a claim raises potential legal issues. If you are facing an insurance dispute following wildfire damage, contact Matt to have your case evaluated.
Read the full article here: https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/as-wildfires-burn-in-northern-nevada-insurance-experts-say-document-what-you-can-safely
