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Bradley Arant Boult Cummings LLP

Beware Misuse of Related-Claims Deemer Clauses in Claims-Made Policies

The hallmark of a claims-made liability policy is coverage exclusively for claims “first made” during the policy period, thus limiting the insurer’s risk to new claims asserted against the policyholder during a finite time...more

Rivkin Radler LLP

June 2025 Insurance Update

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We’ve selected five recent insurance decisions for this month’s update. Foreign insurers will be pleased with the Second Circuit’s revamped view of the New York Convention. In finding that the international treaty is...more

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When Politics Disrupt the Flow: What Policyholders Need to Know About Supply Chain and Political Risk Coverage

In today’s volatile global economy, companies are learning the hard way that political shocks—whether through trade sanctions, military conflict or abrupt regulatory change—can wreak havoc on supply chains. And worse, many...more

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Sixth Circuit Holds TPAs Do Not Get a Free Pass from ERISA’s Fiduciary Duties

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In a decision about ERISA’s fiduciary duties and transparency, the Sixth Circuit in Tiara Yachts, Inc. v. Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan held that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM), a third-party administrator...more

Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley

15 Reasons Why the Other Driver Could Be Responsible for Your Car Accident in Florida

If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Florida, can you file an insurance claim? While you can always seek coverage under your own collision and personal injury protection (PIP) policies, car accident victims can file...more

Hogan Lovells

Insuring AI risks: is your business (already) covered?

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In the rapidly advancing world of artificial intelligence (AI), businesses are encountering new frontiers of innovation whilst also facing novel risks, prompting the need for robust insurance solutions. This article offers...more

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

What Lessors Need to Know: English High Court Rules on Russian Aircraft Losses

The Judgment addressed joined insurance claims brought by major aircraft lessors whose aircraft and engines were stranded in Russia following the imposition of sweeping Western sanctions and Russian government measures which...more

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Hard Costs vs. Soft Costs in Builder’s Risk Insurance Policies: A Legal and Practical Guide for Insurance Professionals

Builder’s risk insurance is a cornerstone of effective risk management in the construction industry. It offers protection against a variety of physical and financial risks that can impede the successful and timely completion...more

Vedder Price

Success for aircraft lessors in Russian aircraft lessor policy claims

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Background - The English Commercial Court has handed down a highly anticipated judgment in a multi billion-dollar insurance claim arising out of the failure of various Russian airlines to return leased aircraft to lessors...more

Hinshaw & Culbertson - Insights for Insurers

Allocation of Losses in Complex Insurance Coverage Claims

Allocation is a fundamental issue impacting every society and transcending virtually every major sector and function within a society. Economists sometimes describe this concept as society's allocation of its resources...more

Proskauer - The Capital Commitment

Protecting Sponsors from Emerging Portfolio Company Risks through Insurance

In addition to the normal operational and legal risks associated with owning and managing portfolio companies, 2025 has introduced or exacerbated a wave of geopolitical and macroeconomic risks such as inflation, tariffs,...more

Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley

Essential Guide to Child Car Safety

As a parent, nothing matters more than keeping your children safe. But, this is often easier said than done. This is especially true when it comes to driving on Florida’s roads. No matter how safely you drive, there are...more

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Massachusetts Collapse Decision Highlights Importance of Careful Underwriting

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During the underwriting process, carriers should review affirmative coverages not only to ensure consistency with applicable exclusions but also to make sure that the coverages themselves are internally consistent. Failure to...more

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Should I Hire a Lawyer After a Car Accident in California?

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After a car accident, life can feel overwhelming. You may be dealing with injuries, car repairs, insurance calls, and missed work, all while trying to make sense of what happened. It’s natural to wonder if you need a lawyer...more

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Comparing Turo’s Protection Plans With Your Personal Auto Insurance

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Peer-to-peer car-sharing platforms like Turo have transformed California’s driving scene. Many California residents are choosing to rent out their personal vehicles or book rides through the Turo app. While Turo offers...more

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Shoulder Injuries Caused by Car Accidents

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Car accidents often cause shoulder injuries. These injuries may affect your ability to work, care for yourself, or move without pain. You may struggle with basic tasks or lose access to activities you once enjoyed. Certain...more

Troutman Pepper Locke

Fifth Circuit Clarifies Enforcement of IDR Awards Under the No Surprises Act

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On June 12, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit issued a significant opinion in the case involving Guardian Flight, LLC and Med-Trans Corporation, two air ambulance providers, against the defendant insurance...more

Rumberger | Kirk

Florida’s Evolving Bad-Faith Landscape: What Claims and Insurance Pros Need to Know

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Bad faith litigation has long posed both legal and reputational risks for insurers operating in Florida. With the enactment in 2023 of House Bill 837—a sweeping tort-reform measure—there are important changes to how insurers...more

Ward and Smith, P.A.

Risky Business: What Lawyers Who Fight Insurance Companies Want You to Know About Your Business Insurance Portfolio

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We are attorneys and don’t sell or broker insurance. Yet, we’re writing to alert business owners of a direct threat posed by a “set it and forget it” approach to insurance coverage. Why? Because we see firsthand the damage...more

McGuireWoods LLP

The Archdiocese Resurrects Faith in the New York Court System:  New York Supreme Court Issues Another Decision Allowing a New York...

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Last month, the New York Supreme Court issued a well-reasoned order denying the Archdiocese’s insurers’ motion to dismiss its claim against them for breach of the covenant of good faith and fair dealing, holding that the...more

J.S. Held

Using Labor Productivity Analysis to Improve Budget Accuracy and Identify Inefficiencies in Emergency Mitigation Services

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In any process where labor is a significant cost driver, understanding productivity is essential. Labor productivity analysis isn’t just a management buzzword; it’s a practical tool that helps emergency mitigation experts...more

Marshall Dennehey

Pennsylvania Superior Court Finds Appellants’ Position Unreasonable

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In Hespen v. Erie Insurance Company, Levy Insurance Company, LLC and Thomas Levy, 332 A.3d 1229 (Pa. Super. 2024), the Pennsylvania Superior Court rejected the appellants’ assertion of the applicability of the doctrine of...more

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The Emotional Impact of Car Accidents

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Most people think of broken bones and totaled cars when they imagine a car accident. But the damage often goes deeper than what we can see. The emotional and psychological toll of a crash can be just as serious as physical...more

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Auto Accident Litigation in California: A Guide to Maximizing Compensation

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Car accidents can be extremely expensive in terms of medical expenses, property damage, and loss of income. An auto accident can also cause overwhelming physical pain and emotional trauma. You deserve compensation for all the...more

Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC

NC Court of Appeals Clarifies How Insurers’ Duties to Defend and Indemnity Are Triggered in Atypical Employment Relationships

The Court of Appeals’ opinion in N.C. Farm Bureau Mut. Ins. Co. v. Young, (No. COA24-594) addresses how a court is likely to assess the duty to defend and the duty to indemnify under an insurance contract, and the interplay...more

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