By Monika Gonzalez Mesa | September 15, 2017
In the wake of Hurricane Irma, several attorneys and public adjusters who represent insurance policyholders are alleging that insurance companies and their agents are advising policyholders not to hire attorneys and public adjusters, an action that is not permitted under state law.
By Zack Needles | September 8, 2017
In a case of first impression, the Pennsylvania Superior Court has ruled that, unless explicitly stated otherwise, a reinsurer's policy limit does not cap defense costs.
By David Ruiz | September 8, 2017
As Florida companies wait for Hurricane Irma to hit, disaster consultants discuss how to survive a hurricane's damage and how to safeguard employees.
By Monika Gonzalez Mesa | September 8, 2017
Law firms that suffer business interruption because of Hurricane Irma should document not only damage to their office and what they did to get up and running again, but also the number of referrals they would normally get during that time.
By Josefa Velasquez | September 6, 2017
Chief Judge Janet DiFiore has announced the formation of a task force to help Hurricane Harvey victims in Texas and assist Houston-area courts in their recovery.
By Pat Eaton-Robb, Associated Press | September 5, 2017
Insurance adjusters are bringing more drones with them than ever before as they head to Texas to assess the damage from Harvey.
By newyorklawjournal | New York Law Journal | September 5, 2017
Homeowner Granted Summary Judgment On Contract Breach Claim Against Allstate
By Commentary by Christina Phillips | September 1, 2017
In the first few months of the 2017 Atlantic Hurricane Season, we've seen an early start beginning in April with four named storms and one tropical depression. In May, NOAA predicted that there will be between 11 and 17 named storms by the end of November and a 70-percent chance of an above-average season, indicating there will be many more storms ahead in the coming months, writes Christina Phillips.
By Jeffrey L. Schulman | September 1, 2017
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 Max Mitchell | September 1, 2017
A Scranton attorney who recovered $125,000 for his client in a bad-faith case wanted $1.12 million in fees, costs and interest, but the presiding judge has instead awarded his firm nothing and referred the case to the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania.
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