Yaniel Abreu

February 19, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Hearsay: An Expanded Residual Exception or More of the Same?

The Federal Rules of Evidence were recently amended to change the criteria under the residual exception. In this article, we describe the new requirements of the residual exception and explore its potential relevance.

By Syed S. Ahmad and Yaniel Abreu

6 minute read

February 11, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Court: You Can Create Coverage by Estoppel if Insurer's Defense Prejudices the Insured

Insurance companies oftentimes defend their insureds against lawsuits. It is important for attorneys and their insured clients to remain vigilant of the insurer's conduct throughout the defense.

By Walter J. Andrews, Michael S. Levine and Yaniel Abreu

6 minute read

June 18, 2019 | Insurance Coverage Law Center

My Insurance Company Is Bankrupt, But Is Reinsured. Can I Make A Claim Directly Against the Reinsurer?

This Eye on the Experts article discusses a potential source of recovery for policyholders in the event an insurer goes bankrupt.

By Syed S. Ahmad, Patrick M. McDermott, and Yaniel Abreu

11 minute read

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