Subro Sense - The ABC's of RCV and ACV
In a recent decision, Barbato v. Interstate Fire & Casualty Co., the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York dismissed, with prejudice, a suit brought by a public adjusting company challenging the insurers’...more
Motorcycle accidents often create immediate pressure. Medical bills start arriving. The bike may be unusable. Work may be interrupted. An insurance adjuster may call quickly, sometimes before the injured rider or family has a...more
Turn on the television in any major American city and the same scene plays out on a loop: a slick 30-second spot, a confident attorney holding a phone, a narrator promising millions — "We fight for you." "No fee unless we...more
Money fuels settlements. Oftentimes, the person with control over the purse is an insurance professional, not an attorney or a party. While attorneys typically recommend and hire mediators, insurance professionals ultimately...more
In Wimbish v. Crema-Samalya, 2026 N.Y. Slip Op. 02691 (2d Dept. Apr. 29, 2026), the Appellate Division, Second Department, underscored the limits of fraud and consumer protection claims. Reversing a Kings County Supreme Court...more
Commercial property insurance is supposed to be the safety net that keeps your business afloat after a catastrophic event. But insurance companies write the policies, control the claims process, and employ teams of adjusters,...more
Adjusters who act quickly, humanely, and strategically can often prevent escalation into “nuclear verdict” territory. A “nuclear verdict” is an extraordinarily large jury award relative to the facts of the case and the...more
Bicycle accident claims present unique legal challenges that set them apart from typical car accident cases, starting with the fundamental vulnerability of cyclists who have no protective metal frame, airbags, or crumple...more
As the great thaw is underway across much of the country, Winter Storm Fern is now poised to be the most expensive weather event to hit the U.S., with economic losses estimated to surpass $100 billion....more
Join us Thursday, February 12, from 2 to 3 p.m. EST for our webinar, “§ 1983 Qualified Immunity Appeals: Procedure and Strategy.” During this webinar, our presenters will discuss: what is § 1983 liability; scope of § 1983...more
In the world of insurance valuation disputes, the selection of the appraiser and umpire can significantly influence the outcome of an appraisal....more
Recently, a Texas appellate court conditionally granted an insurer’s writ of mandamus, finding that the trial court abused its discretion by striking the insurer’s plea in intervention and denying the independent adjusting...more
GEICO is one of the largest auto insurance companies in the United States, and many California accident victims find themselves dealing with GEICO adjusters after a crash. While GEICO promotes its friendly customer service...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
Anyone in the insurance brokerage world generally knows the three magic words that require an insurance producer license: the “sale,” “solicitation,” or “negotiation” of insurance. For too many, this is the end of the...more
Across Ontario and beyond, more people are facing disability claim denials from their insurance providers. For individuals already coping with serious health challenges, these refusals add another layer of stress....more
Car accidents can be overwhelming, and one of the most stressful outcomes is when your car is declared “totaled.” Many drivers are unsure about what this means, how insurance companies make decisions, or what steps to take...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
California’s beauty is undeniable, but its vulnerability to wildfires is a harsh reality. If you’re a homeowner in the Golden State, the aftermath of a wildfire can be devastating, both personally and financially. Navigating...more
While every mediator approaches mediation a little differently, there is more to this process than simply trying to help the parties reach a compromise that settles the issues between them. Whether you’re an attorney who...more
Let’s say you’ve just suffered a personal injury in Florida. This can range from an automobile accident to a dog bite or from breaking a leg on an uneven staircase to a “slip and fall” in a big box store. All of these...more
How can you realize the many benefits of tendering a claim in the most efficient, effective way possible? In this free, interactive webinar, Goldberg Segalla partners Sarah J. Delaney and Lisa M. Only will provide the tools...more
In this webinar, Goldberg Segalla’s Larry D. Mason and Kerry L. Jones will explore the primary fungi that serve as the foundation for most mold-related claims, common health problems associated with insured’s and third-party...more
As businesses are implementing return-to-work policies and administrative agencies are adjusting to a post-COVID world, see where employment laws are now and what we expect for the near future. Join Goldberg Segalla partner...more