J. Abraham Hanze

Executive General Adjuster 

Affectionately known in the insurance and construction industries as “Abe,” he is an accomplished Executive General Adjuster, Risk Manager, and Contractor with over a decade of experience handling complex, large-loss property claims across various sectors and lines of coverage. His expertise encompasses residential and commercial properties, which are detailed below.

• Not-for-profits: Churches, Public Entities, Municipalities, Military Bases, Government Buildings, and other Institutional Healthcare/Educational Facilities.
• Renewable & Non-Renewables: Oil & Gas Rigs, Coal & Precious Rocks Mining and Metallurgical Facilities, Wind, Hydro, and Solar Energy Facilities.
• Industrial: Supply, Manufacturing, and Specialized Warehouses, including Environmental, Pollution, and Hazardous Substance Release claims.
• Habitational: Apartment complexes, homeowners & condominium owners’ associations with 200+ buildings, and assisted living homes.
• Entertainment & Recreation: Amusement parks, Carnival grounds, Tourist Attractions, and Novelty Properties.
• Specialty Construction: Mid- & High-Rise Mixed-use Luxury Buildings and Historical Buildings.
• Mercantile: Malls, Shopping Centers, Brick-and-Mortar stores, and Town Squares.
• Medical & Healthcare: Hospitals, Clinics, and Doctors’ offices.
• Hospitality: Motels, Luxury Hotels, and Resorts.
• Time Element: Business Interruption, Builder’s Risk, and Extra Expense Claims.

A native of Ecuador, Abe migrated to Florida at the age of nine and instantly became enamored with American culture. So much so that he was compelled to serve and is a Navy and Marine Corps veteran. Abe served and continues to serve for over 11 years as a Fleet Marine Force Leader, where he honed his leadership and technical skills. Transitioning to the insurance industry, where he became Cramer, Johnson, Wiggins (CJW) & Associate’s First Trainee in organizational history, he has managed claims exceeding $25 million, specializing in admitted and excess and surplus (E&S) insurers as well as layered insurance programs with self-insured retentions (SIR), annual aggregate deductibles (AAD), captive insurer participation, 30+ insurers/syndicates shares, and direct reporting to risk management and legal departments.

Abe’s multiple contractor licenses enhance his technical proficiency in assessing and managing complex claims. He is also a polyglot, speaking most Latin and some Germanic languages, allowing him to serve a diverse and international clientele effectively. Abe has demonstrated a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement throughout his career and is a valuable addition to the team and clients at DDA Forensics.