N.J. Homeowner Sues to Compel Appraisal in Superstorm Sandy Coverage Dispute

CAMDEN, N.J. — A New Jersey attorney whose home sustained flood damage during Superstorm Sandy has sued Hartford Insurance Co. of the Midwest for its refusal to appoint an appraiser to resolve a dispute over coverage for the loss.

Shanna McCann sued Hartford in Cumberland County Superior Court, alleging that the insurer paid approximately $30,000 less than the amount she says is necessary to repair the damage to her Somers Point, N.J., property.

McCann also alleges that the insurer has refused to pay for nearly $10,000 worth of contents that were damaged by Sandy floodwaters, and has so far failed …