Jim Collins
Building Appraiser
jcollins@sill.com Email https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-collins-a7607a10/ LinkedIn
Jim Collins brings more than 25 years of combined experience in construction and insurance.
His experience assessing residential and commercial property claims includes working as a claims adjuster with Allstate Insurance Company and serving with the New Jersey Department of Consumer Affairs as a consultant and fraud investigator in the Sandy Recovery Division.
In both roles, he was involved in the investigation, evaluation, disposition, and settlement of claims that ranged from routine loss incidents to complex matters.
In addition to his insurance experience, Jim has a strong background in construction, including positions in estimating, project management, and production management with some of the region’s largest residential home builders
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When a catastrophic fire tore through Frank Brand Dairies in April 2023—destroying 2.2 million square feet of facilities and nearly 20,000 cattle—the Brand family faced an overwhelming path to recovery. Unsure where to begin, they turned to Sill Public Adjusters. With expert guidance, strategic claim management, and unwavering advocacy, Sill helped secure the funds necessary to rebuild and restore their agricultural operation.
When a tornado struck Brook Park in August 2024, the community faced extensive damage and an overwhelming recovery process. Sill Public Adjusters stepped in immediately, guiding residents and city leaders through complex insurance challenges and ensuring they received the resources needed to rebuild. This article explores how expert advocacy and coordinated recovery efforts helped restore hope, stability, and strength across Brook Park.
Public adjusters represent property owners and their best interests when they are facing an insurance claim. Many property owners are unaware that they have the right to bring in an expert who can advocate for them and handle every aspect of an insurance claim.