Patricia A Monahan

Patricia A Monahan

September 28, 2023 | The Legal Intelligencer

Pa. Supreme Court Evaluates Constitutional Parameters of a Jury's Punitive Damage Award

While it is well known that an insured has a clear and convincing standard of proving bad faith in order to recover such damages, it is lesser recognized that an insured does not have to prove outrageous conduct or evil motive to prove entitlement to punitive damages.

By Patricia A. Monahan

6 minute read

August 29, 2016 | The Legal Intelligencer

Defending Claims While Working Within the 'Tripartite Relationship'

Navigation of the insurance defense counsel's practice requires an understanding of the triangular relationship between the insurer, the insured and defense counsel. We commonly refer to this as the "tripartite relationship."

By Patricia A. Monahan

12 minute read