Idea Exchange

You’re a claims manager for an insurance company, or counsel for an insurer. An insured is being sued, and they’ve... Read More

In a recent decision, a New York judge held that a commercial general liability (CGL) policy did not provide coverage... Read More

They surface in the wake of any catastrophe or run-of-the-mill claim generating event. Contractors, tradesmen, restoration companies or others emerge,... Read More

Historically, assessing the “like kind and quality” (LKQ) attributes of floor coverings that have been damaged by flood, fire, mold... Read More

Recently the Wisconsin Supreme Court narrowed the concept of “occurrence” as defined in homeowners policies. In Schinner v. Gundrum, 349... Read More

At many small insurance firms, investigators still record reports and interviews using analog devices, namely portable magnetic tape cassette recorders.... Read More

The insurer’s duty to defend its insured is broad and is generally triggered whenever a complaint against an insured potentially... Read More

An adjuster’s deposition, if relevant and well-prepared, can provide the backbone of a strong defense, assuming defense counsel and the... Read More