Elizabeth A Fitzpatrick Chair Nysba Torts Insurance

January 19, 2018 | New York Law Journal

Elizabeth A. Fitzpatrick, Chair of the NYSBA Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section, writes: Defending a civil suit involving criminal claims presents unique challenges to the parties and an understanding of the effect a plea or conviction in the criminal matter may have, not only on the civil lawsuit itself, but also on the availability of insurance coverage to cover any damages, is important.

By Elizabeth A. Fitzpatrick, Chair, NYSBA Torts, Insurance and Compensation Law Section

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