Misrepresentation of the value or quantity of allegedly stolen property remains one of the most litigated issues in first-party property insurance claims. ...more
When disaster strikes, the difference between a smooth recovery and a drawn-out claims process often comes down to how effectively an organization manages its insurance claim. By proactively addressing common issues early in...more
After a car accident, one of the first steps drivers often take is filing a claim with the at-fault driver’s insurance company. If the other party is insured through Allstate—or if you carry Allstate coverage yourself—you’ll...more
Stagnant claims are some of the most costly and time-consuming challenges in workers’ compensation management. They inflate reserves, extend indemnity exposure, complicate pharmacy and medical utilization, and create...more
The way a workers' comp (WC) claim is handled can significantly affect both outcomes and costs. Unless your organization is self-insured and self-administered, you’re not directly responsible for managing your workers'...more
Join us for an in-depth webinar exploring the evolving landscape of data centers—from traditional setups to AI-driven infrastructure. Discover how the risks associated with lithium batteries, environmental hazards, and...more
The final installment of our Wildfire Litigation Series addresses the resolution of complex wildfire claims. This phase moves beyond assessment and into structured compensation processes designed to help victims, communities,...more
Plaintiffs attorneys have been doing their darnedest to avoid litigating in federal court. That’s because federal court judges are more likely to consider dispositive motions and are stricter in enforcing deadlines and...more
In the vast ocean of insurance claims, navigating the turbulent waters can be challenging for both claims professionals and insurance defense attorneys. To ensure smooth sailing, it is crucial for claims professionals to...more
We are delighted to invite you to our webinar 2024 Bad faith year in review on Tuesday, February 04, 2025. During this webinar, Neil Mody and Chad Pasternack will focus on significant bad faith decisions from 2024. The...more
In Farage v. Associated Ins. Mgt. Corp., 2024 N.Y. Slip Op. 05875 (Nov. 26, 2024) (here), the New York Court of Appeals examined the enforceability of an insurance contract’s two-year suit limitation period. In a 4-3...more
There is a famous scene in The Pink Panther Strikes Again where inspector Clouseau asks a hotel clerk if his dog bites, to which the clerk responds “no.” When Clouseau goes to pet the dog, it viciously bites him on the hand....more
Over the past few months, there have been a number of regulatory developments in Québec which will have an important impact on the insurance sector. These include: (i) clarifications on how new French language requirements...more
Join Partner Larry Mason as he lays a foundation for addressing builder’s risk claim challenges through an exploration of common losses, an overview of the available insurance coverage, an examination of delay damages, and a...more
J.S. Held previously published articles on how to handle complex ports and terminals business interruption insurance claims, marine and cargo damages, and marine stock claims. These topics have again come to the forefront of...more
What makes Lithium Ion (Li-Ion) technology both the best thing since sliced bread and potentially hazardous? Join Goldberg Segalla attorneys Robert J. Hafner, Cheryl A. Possenti, and John W. Meyer to learn the basics behind...more
Employees of a subcontractor were injured on a construction project, and they sued the owner and the general contractor. The subcontractor’s excess insurer, Mt. Hawley Insurance Co., disclaimed additional insured coverage to...more
In today’s episode, hosts Lynda A. Bennett and Eric Jesse break down who’s who in the insurance industry: the insurance companies, the brokers, the agents, and, of course, the policyholders. They explain why it is necessary...more
Insurance coverage is an important aspect of any personal injury case. The process of dealing with insurance adjusters can be complicated. This level of complication can be magnified for a number of reasons in truck accident...more
These apply equally to governments, private companies, and individuals of all backgrounds facing litigation. Following these tips should foster better relationships with counsel, and potentially lead to lower costs, and...more
A third party administer administrator (“TPA”) based out of California recently entered into a Consent Order with the Texas Insurance Department (“Department”). The Consent Order focused on the fact that the TPA had acted...more
On March 14, 2022, the Colorado Supreme Court held that a bad faith cause of action does not accrue against an insurance company’s adjuster employee. This important decision affirms that Colorado’s claims adjusters cannot be...more
In a highly anticipated decision delivered on March 14, 2022, the Colorado Supreme Court rejected a policyholder's attempt to hold an insurance director personally liable under sections 10-3-1115 to -1116, C.R.S. (2021) for...more
COVID-19 has introduced a number of complexities into everyone’s daily lives, including significantly complicating the claims process for many insurers. Under social distancing restrictions and precautions, many insurers have...more
In Nichols v. Reliance Standard Life Ins. Co., 924 F.3d 80 (5th Cir. 2019), the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit held that when an LTD policy funding an ERISA plan defines "regular occupation" as the way the...more