$1B+ in Verdicts & Settlements
When your insurance company won’t pay.
“A cross between Dominick Dunne and George Strait.”
Town & Country, Summer 2026
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Started his career at Lloyd’s of London
“Now I sue them.”
Jerry Kroll to Town & Country
Insurance Bad Faith · Life Insurance · Jewelry & High-Value Theft · Denied & Underpaid Claims
The Brink’s Heist
The largest jewelry heist in U.S. history. Counsel to 14 of the jewelers who lost their inventory. “We’re talking about mom-and-pop jewelers. This is not lifestyles of the rich and famous.”
Jerry Kroll to CBS News
When American States Insurance refused to stand behind its policyholder, Jerry took it to trial. An Orange County jury awarded more than $85 million, including $80.5 million in punitive damages.
Montalvo v. American States Insurance Co., Orange County Superior Court. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
How Insurers Deny Claims
“It’s not covered.”
Exclusions stretched as far as they will go, on property, jewelry, and life policies alike. The exact policy language decides.
“That’s all it’s worth.”
Lowball offers, outdated appraisals, and sublimits buried in the fine print. We test every number against the policy and the market.
“We’re rescinding your policy.”
Rescission and fraud accusations tend to arrive right after a large claim, especially on life insurance. They can be challenged.
Your Insurer Has Lawyers. So Should You.
Claim denied, underpaid, or stalled? Tell us what happened. Jerry reviews every inquiry personally. Insurance deadlines can be short, so don’t wait.
