Jugo v. American Security Insurance Co.

A homeowner, Alberto F. Jugo, appeals the circuit court’s denial of his motion for pre-judgment interest on an appraisal award compensating him for an insured loss. The insurer was the appellee, American Security Insurance Company. We affirm.

Background

After a November 2006 fire loss at his home, Jugo filed a claim under the residential homeowner’s policy issued by American. After numerous inspections, in April 2007 American made a payment on the claim in the amount of $46,995.56. Jugo asserted that amount was inadequate and submitted a supplemental claim. American reviewed and denied the…