Jeffrey L Schulman

March 04, 2022 | New York Law Journal

For New York companies, lawyers, and jurists, the 'Merck' decision provides guidance at a critical moment. "War" exclusions may be increasingly tested as cyber crime and unconventional forms of hostilities proliferate.

By Peter A. Halprin, Jeffrey L. Schulman and Stephen Wah

7 minute read

October 01, 2021 | New York Law Journal

Any liability approaching that of asbestos has equally significant insurance coverage ramifications. Benzene may be the newest "next asbestos."

By Jeffrey L. Schulman and Stephen Wah

7 minute read

July 25, 2019 | New Jersey Law Journal

The interchangeable use of undefined modifier phrases (“arising out of,” “based on,” etc.) has required courts to consider whether, based on the interpretation of those modifiers, an exclusion potentially applies as a bar to coverage for a particular claim.

By Jeffrey L. Schulman

7 minute read

May 01, 2019 | New York Law Journal

Professional service businesses should understand the scope and breadth of available insurance when considering the purchase of CGL and PL coverage.

By Jeffrey L. Schulman

8 minute read

February 25, 2019 | FC&S Insurance

Here, the author explains, there are circumstances under N.Y. law in which an agent or broker can be liable for failing to procure coverage.

By Jeffrey L. Schulman

8 minute read

February 11, 2019 | FC&S Insurance

Here, the author explains that there are certain circumstances under New York law in which an insurance agent or broker can be potentially liable for failing to procure coverage on behalf of its insured.

By Jeffrey L. Schulman

8 minute read

February 08, 2019 | New York Law Journal

There are certain circumstances under New York law in which an insurance agent or broker can be potentially liable for failing to procure coverage on behalf of its insured.

By Jeffrey L. Schulman

8 minute read

September 05, 2017 | FC&S Insurance

“Devastation” is the only word to describe the conditions in Houston, Texas and the surrounding areas following Hurricane Harvey. All efforts…

By Jeffrey L. Schulman

8 minute read

September 01, 2017 | New York Law Journal

Jeffrey L. Schulman writes: As difficult as it is to imagine now, the waters in Houston and surrounding areas will eventually recede and the financial toll of the devastation will then begin to be tallied. That will undoubtedly include lawsuits faced by building owners, real estate development and management companies, and the directors and officers of buildings in Harvey's aftermath. For those businesses facing potential liability from negligence and breached duties claims, liability insurance may be an important asset to help offset defense costs and settlement or judgment payments.

By Jeffrey L. Schulman

15 minute read

January 23, 2014 | New Jersey Law Journal

Proposed legislation in N.J. intends to expand coverage offered by general liability insurance policies to include faulty workmanship claims.

By Jeffrey L. Schulman

8 minute read