American Integrity Insurance Co. of Florida v. Gainey

CRENSHAW, Judge.

American Integrity Insurance Company of Florida (American) appeals a nonfinal order granting Patricia Gainey’s motion to enjoin appraisal proceedings and lift the stay of litigation. Because the trial court erred by concluding that American waived its right to appraisal, we reverse and remand for farther proceedings.

In 2010, Gainey brought a claim under her homeowner’s insurance policy with American, claiming that her residence was damaged by a water leak. After an inspection, American issued a check to Gai-ney for damages in the amount of $16,349.13. Counsel for Gainey sent…