David M. Buergler

David M. Buergler represents clients in first-party insurance law matters, with a focus on property damage and bad faith claim disputes at The Hodge Law Firm. His work covers hurricane damage, hail damage, fire damage, water damage, tornado damage, vandalism claims, and denied, delayed, or underpaid insurance claims. David helps policyholders understand their rights after a loss and guides them through claims involving homes, businesses, and damaged property. His practice supports clients facing difficult insurance decisions after serious covered events and complex insurance losses.

David earned his J.D. from South Texas College of Law Houston in 2006. He also earned his B.B.A. from Texas Tech University, where he studied management and graduated cum laude. This education gave him a strong base in legal analysis, business issues, and practical problem solving. It also supports his work with insurance policies, claim records, property loss facts, and disputes over coverage, payment, and fair claim handling issues.

David has practiced law in Galveston since 2007 and joined his current legal team in 2022. He is admitted to practice in Texas and before the US District Courts for the Northern, Southern, Eastern, and Western Districts of Texas. His career has centered on representing people and businesses in insurance disputes. He reviews policy language, studies claim history, evaluates damage issues, and helps clients respond when an insurer denies, delays, or underpays a valid claim after a covered loss event.

David M. Buergler helps clients by giving clear guidance during stressful claim disputes. Property owners often seek legal support after storms, fires, leaks, vandalism, or other damage leaves them unsure about the next step. He works to hold insurers accountable when claim handling appears unfair or payment does not match the loss. His role includes explaining options, preparing strong claims, and pursuing fair results for residential and commercial policyholders who need recovery after property damage and business losses through litigation.

Law Office Affiliations

• Associate Attorney, The Hodge Law Firm
• Member, Texas Bar Association

Licensed State

• Texas
• New York
• Iowa

Education

• South Texas College of Law Houston
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Texas Tech University
  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

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