Best's Insurance Law Podcast

Engineering Methods in Product Liability Cases

Thu, 12 Mar 2026 05:00:17 +0000

Michael Vigorita, from Qualified Member expert service provider S-E-A discusses the investigation process involved with product liability cases.

Rig Collapse Anatomy and Resulting Legal Issues

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:00:02 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dr. Janine McCartney of HHC Safety Engineering Services and HHC Safety Consulting Services, Corporation discusses how rig collapse investigations are conducted and who are most impacted.

Single Claimant Qualified Settlement Funds & Structured Settlements: A Reality Check

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 06:00:39 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dan Finn of Finn Financial Group, LLC discusses Qualified Settlement Funds and when one can typically be used in claims settlements.

Navigating Toxic Tort Litigation

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 06:00:33 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dr. Ernest Chiodo discusses elements that must be proven in toxic tort litigation and what types of experts are necessary in these cases.

Common Cases Prevalent in Real Estate Errors & Omissions (E&O) Claims

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Richard Rosenblum addresses what real estate brokerages are currently experiencing as their most prevalent E&O claims exposure points and what can be done to reduce risk.

Combatting Nuclear Verdicts in Plaintiff-Friendly Jurisdictions

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Attorneys John “Jack” Delany, Gary Samms and John Hare, from Qualified Member law firm Marshall Dennehey discuss the best approaches for attorneys to prevent nuclear verdicts in the courtroom.

From Incident to Analysis: The Science of Human Factors Investigations

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000

An Nguyen from Expert Service Provider S-E-A discusses how Human Factors Analysis is typically conducted and how it is used in forensic investigations.

Foreseeable Use- From a Risk Management and Safety Perspective

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Janine McCartney from HHC Safety Engineering Services and HHC Safety Consulting Services, Corporation addresses foreseeable use analysis and what methods a manufacturer uses in determining product hazards.

How to Assess Security and Safety in Schools K-12: The Product War Continues.

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Joe Hendry from Qualified Member Cosecure Enterprise Risk Solutions addresses liability and risk associated with assessing security and safety in schools.

Crash & Con: Navigating Staged Accident Fraud

Thu, 22 May 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Jeffrey Rapattoni and Adam Calvert from the law firm Marshall Dennehey discuss common staging tactics impacting commercial auto and trucking transportation litigation.

Measuring Medical Expenses in Malpractice Cases: Time for an Overdue Course Correction

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Qualified Member expert service provider Dan Thompson from DeeGee Rehabilitation Technologies, Ltd. addresses determining reasonable value in medical malpractice cases.

Biomechanics and Impact on Cases

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 11:00:00 +0000

Grace Oswald from Qualified Member Expert Service Provider S-E-A discusses Biomechanics and impact on cases and claims.

Workers’ Compensation Claims and Safety for Remote Employees

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Janine McCartney from HHC Safety Engineering Services and HHC Safety Consulting Services, Corporation discusses workers’ compensation claims related to employees working from home.

Litigating Mold Cases

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dr. Ernest P. Chiodo discusses the complexity of mold cases and what attorneys must prove in the court room.

Structured Settlements in Employment Practices Liability Claims

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:00:00 +0000

Dan Finn of Finn Financial Group discusses the benefits of structured settlements in resolving employment practices liability claims.

Reducing Risk: Why Real Estate Brokerages are Especially Vulnerable to Fraudsters

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Richard Rosenblum, CFE, CFCS discusses why real estate brokers are vulnerable to fraudsters and recommendations to reduce risk.

Trends in Pipeline Explosion Cases

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Janine McCartney from HHC Safety Engineering Services and HHC Safety Consulting Services, Corporation discusses pipeline explosion incidents and common workplace safety deficiencies that cause them.

Navigating Through Bicycle Claims

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Alexander LaRiviere from expert service provider Bicycle Accident Investigations addresses typical bicycle mechanical failures and the impact on trials and cases.

Mitigating System Control Failures

Thu, 26 Sep 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Rob van Akelijen, P.E., CFEI from expert service provider S-E-A addresses industrial automation and control systems and mitigating potential failures.

Understanding How OSHA’s Multiemployer Worksite Citation Policy Impacts Construction Claims

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider and Senior Safety Engineer Dr. Janine McCartney from HHC Safety Engineering Services and HHC Safety Consulting Services, Corporation discusses construction claims impacted by OSHA’s Multiemployer Worksite Citation Policy.

“Ununiformed Uniforms”- Avoiding Claims for Denial of Participation in Sports

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Qualified Member Attorney Al Goldberger discusses legal implications when an athlete is denied participating in a game.

Risk Mitigation for Lithium-ion Battery Failures

Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Sanket Kadam of Expert Service Provider S-E-A discusses risk mitigation for battery failures and available methodologies for proper assessment.

Current Employment Law Issues in Trucking and Transportation Litigation

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Leonard Leicht, Harold Moroknek and Peggy Smith Bush from the law firm Marshall Dennehey address legal issues affecting the trucking and transportation industries.

The Impact of AI on Claims

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dan Thompson of Dee Gee Rehabilitation Ltd. discusses the impact of AI on the claims handling process.

Advantages of Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution in Resolving Claims

Tue, 09 Apr 2024 11:00:00 +0000

Attorney Greg Lewis from the law firm Vernis & Bowling of Charlotte, NC discusses the advantage of Alternative Dispute Resolution in the litigation process.

Investigating Automobile Theft Claims

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Jim Barbieri from independent adjusting company Claims Advantage, Inc. discusses the complexity of automobile theft claims.

The Sudden Resurgence and Effectiveness of Structured Settlements in Claims Negotiations and Resolution

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 12:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dan Finn from Finn Financial Group, LLC discusses the benefits of structured settlements in resolving claims.

Planning Your Defense: How Experts Can Counter Plaintiff PowerPoint Strategies

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Janine McCartney from HHC Safety Engineering Services and HHC Safety Consulting Services, Corporation discusses new PowerPoint strategies plaintiff attorneys are using and how expert service providers must defend their positions.

When Every Second Counts: Managing Catastrophic Claims

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Jack Delany and Kristen Worley from the law firm Marshall Dennehey address managing catastrophic claims from a legal perspective and protecting clients.

Navigating South Carolina Construction Defect Claims

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Attorney Thomas Pritchard from Vernis & Bowling addresses uniqueness in South Carolina construction law and what claims and risk managers should be aware of.

Court-Ball in Sports- Liability and Defenses in Claims to Reverse Officials’ Calls

Thu, 28 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Attorney Al Goldberger discusses litigation over sports officials’ calls and impact on claims.

Here Comes the Boom: An Overview of Crane Related Accidents

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Lee Sale from Expert Service Provider S-E-A discusses the investigations of crane-related accidents and the impact on claims.

How the Corporate Representative Can Influence Litigation Outcomes

Thu, 27 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Dr. Steve Wood and Sean Murphy from Courtroom Sciences, Inc. address properly preparing corporate representative witnesses for crisis communications and deposition testimony.

Current Trends in Liability Claims

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Fred Fisher, president of Expert Service Provider Fisher Consulting Group, Inc. discusses current trends in claims handling and what models can be used to mitigate an insurer’s liability.

How Smarter Homes Benefit Individuals with Disabilities and Claims

Wed, 31 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Dan Thompson from Expert Service Provider Dee Gee Rehabilitation Ltd. discusses how technological improvements and enhancements are impacting individuals with disabilities and claims in the U.S. and Canada.

How Materials Science Impacts Insurance Claims

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

David Riegner from Expert Service Provider S-E-A discusses why materials are part of every forensic investigation and how this impacts forensic investigations and insurance claims.

What Claims and Telemedicine Professionals Should Know About the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency Transition

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Mary Kate McGrath and Adam Fulginiti, shareholders from the law firm Marshall Dennehey, discuss the public health emergency (PHE) and how it impacts telemedicine.

What Insurers Should Know about Investigating Negligent Security Claims

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 12:00:00 +0000

James Barbieri from independent adjusting company Claims Advantage discusses the complexity of handling negligent security claims.

Repelling Reptile Strategies and Establishing Boundaries in Expert Witness Testimony

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Janine McCartney from HHC Safety Engineering Services Inc. examines expert service provider techniques aimed at countering plaintiffs’ attorney arguments that encourage jurors to punish defendants.

What Insurers Should Know About Potential Claims Based on Hair Discrimination

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Attorney Al Goldberger examines the potential impact on athletics of the C.R.O.W.N Act, which seeks to address discrimination based on natural hair, and how insurers can prevent and respond to claims.

The Importance of Early Case Management in the Litigation Process

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Dr. Steven Wood, litigation consultant at Courtroom Sciences, Inc., discusses the benefits of early case management in the litigation process.

How Insurance Claims Professionals Are Responding to Evolving Cyber Threats

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Duc Nguyen, managing partner of digital forensics and cyber claims at United Litigation Discovery, talks about recent changes in cyber claims and what insurance carriers need to focus on regarding risk management.

The Challenges of Catastrophic Claims Handling

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 10:59:00 +0000

Brian Schneider, president of Schneider & Associates Claim Services in California discusses the challenges of catastrophic claims for claims adjusters and insurers, including regulations for adjusters and ensuring accuracy of timely reporting.

Insurance Defense Attorneys Combat Workers’ Compensation Fraud

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Attorney Anthony Natale, III, shareholder and co-chair of the Medicare Set-Aside Practice Group and supervisor of the Workers’ Compensation Department in the Philadelphia office of Marshall Dennehey discusses the types of injures and claims that lead to workers’ compensation fraud.

What the Emergence of Autonomous Vehicles Means for Insurance Claims

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Peter Schifrin, president from independent adjusting firm Schifrin, Gagnon & Dickey, Inc. in California discusses the latest developments with autonomous vehicles and their potential impact on claims.

Effective Interviewing and Interrogation in the Insurance Claims Process

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 11:00:00 +0000

John Czuba of Best’s Insurance Professional Resources interviews Jim Barbieri from Claims Advantage, Inc. on the purpose and preparation of the interview process when handling insurance claims.

How Changes to Life Care Planning Could Impact Insurance Claims

Wed, 25 May 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Dan Thompson from expert service provider DeeGee Rehabilitation Technologies addresses life care planning reformation and the potential impact on claims in the US and Canada. Life care planning focuses on meeting the needs of chronically ill and disabled persons.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

Understanding the Impact of Wrongful Expert Designation

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 10:59:00 +0000

Dr. Janine McCartney from expert service provider HHC Services, Inc. discusses the impact on insurance cases when an expert service provider is designated on a case without having provided consent.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

How Smart Home Data is Used in Fire Scene Investigations and Claims

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Nick Mahoney from expert service provider S-E-A discusses how smart home data is utilized in fire scene losses for liability defense.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

Building a Foundation: The Crucial Role of Background Investigations for Recorded Statements

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 12:00:00 +0000

James Barbieri from independent adjusting and investigation company Claims Advantage discusses the importance of conducting a thorough background check prior to obtaining a recorded statement.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

How Covid-19 is Changing Sports Risk

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Attorney Al Goldberger discusses how Covid-19 has affected youth sports liability.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

How Deposition Providers Help Control Claims Expenses

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 14:00:00 +0000

Ron Carey, chief revenue officer with expert service provider Esquire Deposition Solutions, LLC discusses how effective use of data is changing the trial deposition process.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

How Social Inflation is Changing Liability Insurance

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Alan Russo and Marie Castronuovo from the law firm Russo & Gould discuss social inflation and its impact on the insurance industry.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

It’s Only Fun Until Someone Gets Hurt: Emerging Risks in Amusements, Sports and Entertainment

Tue, 26 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Lary Zucker and Sara Mazzolla from the law firm Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin discuss risk management guidelines and accident prevention in the amusement, sports and entertainment industries.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

How Developments in Structured Settlements Affect Today’s Insurance Claims Environment

Tue, 28 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dan Finn from Finn Financial Group LLC discusses how insurance professionals and their counsel overcome structured settlement obstacles.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

How the Rollout of 5G Could Affect Insurance Claims

Tue, 17 Aug 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Attorney Michael Watza of the law firm Kitch Drutchas Wagner Valitutti & Sherbrook discusses potential claims related to radio frequency radiation from cell phones and towers as 5G is rolled out.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

How New Technology is Changing Marine Loss Claims

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 14:30:00 +0000

Expert service providers discuss emerging risks in marine losses. Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.john

The Complexity of Rideshare Claims

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 15:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Thomas Brown and Patrick Delong from the law firm Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin discuss differences between regular automobile cases and rideshare cases and the types of claims that result from them. Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

Effective Use of Visualizations in Claims Investigations

Thu, 06 May 2021 15:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Steve Rundell, PHD & PE from Explico Engineering Company discusses the importance of forensic visualization in the context of accident and claims investigations. Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

The Surprising Impact of Low-Impact Auto Claims

Tue, 06 Apr 2021 16:57:33 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dr. Ernest Chiodo discusses the analysis of low-impact automobile accidents and the impact on claims. Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

How COVID-19 is Changing Business Interruption Claims

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 15:00:00 +0000

Attorney addresses COVID-19 impact on legislation and business interruption claims.

Emerging Litigation Trends in Trucking and Transportation

Tue, 09 Feb 2021 16:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Leonard Leicht and Harold Moroknek, both of Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin, review emerging trends in trucking and transportation cases and how counsel are responding to plaintiffs that employ Reptile Theory strategy.

How COVID-19-Related Claims Differ in Canada Versus the US

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 16:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dan Thompson of DeeGee Rehabilitation Technologies discusses the impact of COVID-19 and differences in how claims are handled in Canada and the US.

Investigating Commercial Vehicle Claims

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:00:00 +0000

Adjuster James Barbieri, president and CEO of Claims Advantage Inc. in Georgia, discusses the investigation process involved in commercial vehicle accidents and the potential for fraudulent claims.

The Impact of Covid-19 on Claims in Brazil

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 16:00:00 +0000

Attorney Marcelo Mansur Haddad from the law firm Mattos Filho, Veiga Filho, Marrey Jr. e Quiroga Advogados addresses the impact of Covid-10 on Brazil's insurance claims. Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

Cumis Counsel Selection and Impact on Claims

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 17:17:42 +0000

Attorney Tim Agajanian from the law firm Ropers Majeski discusses the selection of cumis counsel attorneys and how their duties impact claims.

"Reverse Reptile:" How Defense Counsel Are Turning the Tables

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 18:28:49 +0000

Dr. Bill Kanasky from expert service provider Courtroom Sciences, Inc. in Irving, Texas discusses the Reptile Theory and how defense counsel might best deploy the reverse reptile.

Claims Impact of Michigan No-Fault Law Reformation

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 16:54:06 +0000

Larry Norman, president and executive general adjuster of L.W. Norman & Associates in Michigan discusses recent changes to the Michigan no-fault insurance law and impact on claims.

How the COVID-19 Crisis Creates an Environment for Fraudulent Insurance Claims

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 15:00:00 +0000

James Barbieri, president and CEO of Claims Advantage in Georgia discusses how COVID-19 influences fraudulent claims and what investigators and claims managers need to be concerned about.

How COVID-19 is Changing Insurance Claims Handling and Inspections

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 16:37:20 +0000

Tripp Wagner, senior forensic mechanical engineer from expert service provider Jensen Hughes, discusses how COVID-19 has impacted forensic engineering, claims handling and relationships with insurers.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

How COVID-19 will Impact the Return to Workplace Environment

Tue, 26 May 2020 23:06:34 +0000

Attorney Tom McCally from the law firm Carr Maloney discusses what employers and insurers must address to avoid potential COVID-19 related claims.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

How COVID-19 Is Affecting Insurance Claims in Mexico

Tue, 12 May 2020 16:10:49 +0000

Attorney Francisco Torres from the law firm Santamarina + Steta in Mexico addresses how the Mexican insurance market is impacted by COVID-19.

Assessing the Impact of COVID-19 on Business Interruption Claims

Wed, 22 Apr 2020 14:00:00 +0000

Attorney Charles "CJ " Haddick, Jr. from the Harrisburg, PA law office of Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, P.C. addresses business interruption claims breaking out with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Coronavirus Impact on Claims and Litigation

Wed, 08 Apr 2020 14:00:00 +0000

Attorney Frank Zacherl from the Shutts & Bowen law firm in Florida discusses impact of Coronavirus on insurers and outside defense law firms.

Nuclear Containment: How Insurers and Insureds Can Avoid Excessive Verdicts

Wed, 25 Mar 2020 16:36:13 +0000

Dr. Bill Kanasky and Dr. George Speckart from Courtroom Sciences, Inc. in Irving, Texas discuss nuclear verdicts and what insurance companies and their insureds can do to prevent or limit them.

What Insurance Adjusters Should Know About Wildfire-Related Claims

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 16:00:00 +0000

Peter Schifrin, President and CEO of Schifrin, Gagnon & Dickey, Inc. discusses how the California wildfires have changed the landscape of claims adjusting in California. Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

What Insurers and Defense Counsel Should Know About E-Discovery

Tue, 04 Feb 2020 21:44:11 +0000

Attorney Jim Boyers from the law firm Wooden McLaughlin LLP discusses how insurers and counsel can ensure discovery of all relevant data and avoid claims of spoliation.

What New York Child Victims Act Means for Insurers

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 18:14:47 +0000

Attorney Florina Altshiler from the law firm of Russo & Toner discusses the impact of the Child Victim Act on claims in New York and what insurance carriers should be aware of.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Insurance Professional Resources, including Qualified Member attorneys, adjusters and expert service providers.

Navigating Florida Workers' Compensation Claims

Tue, 19 Nov 2019 17:53:23 +0000

Attorney Jeff Kerley from the law firm of Vernis & Bowling in Florida discusses the complexity of handling Florida Workers' Compensation Claims.

Enterprise Risk Management Strategies

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 15:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Providers Sean Murphy and LoriAnn Lowery-Biggers from Courtroom Sciences, Inc. discuss Enterprise Risk Management and challenges facing insurance carriers and other corporations.

How Vocational Rehabilitation Impacts Claims

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider discusses the present and future of vocational rehabilitation claims for those with disabilities in both the US and Canada.

The Insurance Impact of Class Action Settlements

Tue, 03 Sep 2019 16:26:28 +0000

Attorneys Matthew Berkowitz, Brian O'Shea and Samantha Lewis from the law firm Carr Maloney P.C. in Washington, D.C. address class action settlements and impact on claims.

The Internet is Forever: Social Media's Role in Claims Litigation

Tue, 30 Jul 2019 14:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Jim Boyers and Robert Simmons from the law firm Wooden McLaughlin discuss the importance of social media in cases and the ethical obligations attorneys have with respect to preserving clients' social media ESI.

The Approaching Wave of Autonomous Vehicles Drives New Risks to Insurers

Thu, 27 Jun 2019 16:42:42 +0000

Attorneys Heather Fine and Vlada Tasich from the law firm Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin examine the expected impact of autonomous vehicles and how it will change the risk environment for insurers.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

Managing the Difficult Claim

Thu, 23 May 2019 12:00:00 +0000

Attorney Jeff Vernis from the law firm Vernis & Bowling in Florida discusses reasons that claims that become unmanageable and what Claims Professionals can do to gain control.

Special thanks to our sponsor, AM Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

The Growth of Class Action Lawsuits Involving Data Breaches

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 12:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Matt Berkowitz and Brian O'Shea from the law firm Carr Maloney P.C. in Washington, DC discuss data breach class actions and what companies can do to protect their businesses from significant exposure.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

Water Claims Could Become the New Arson

Thu, 28 Mar 2019 11:00:00 +0000

Attorney Shelly Lee Griffin from the law firm of Secrest, Wardle, Lynch, Hampton, Truex and Morley, P.C. addresses fraudulent water claims, how they are being committed and what adjusters and special investigators should look for when investigating claims.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

Home Modification and Impact on Claims

Thu, 28 Feb 2019 13:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dan Thompson of DeeGee Rehabilitation Technologies discusses home modifications in the US and Canada and the impact on insurance claims.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

How Expert Insurance Service Providers Provide Trial Testimony

Thu, 31 Jan 2019 12:00:00 +0000

Fred Fisher from Fisher Consulting Group discusses when expert testimony is best applied in an insurance claims trial and the styles of depositions employed.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

Defending Construction Claims Under the New York Labor Law Statutes

Thu, 27 Dec 2018 12:00:00 +0000

Peter Read and Jay Rava, Shareholders and Co-Chairs, New York Construction and Labor Law Practice Group at Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman and Goggin discuss litigating and defending New York construction claims and the most relevant statutes at play with these cases.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

Managing the Expense of Electronically Stored Information (ESI) Discovery Claims

Wed, 28 Nov 2018 12:00:00 +0000

Attorney John J. Cloherty, III from the law firm Pierce Davis & Perritano LLP discusses what types of cases typically involve Electronically Stored Information (ESI) discovery and how they are impacting claims and mitigating related expenses.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

How Expert Witnesses Should Handle Attempts to Ghost Write Reports and Impact on Liability Claims

Thu, 25 Oct 2018 11:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dr. Janine McCartney discusses why experts are sometimes approached to endorse or accept ghost-written reports, why this practice is typically considered illegal and unethical, and why it has become an issue in claims cases.

Toxicology: A Small Dose of Science for Attorneys and Insurance Claims Professionals

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 13:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dr. Allison Muller from Acri Muller Consulting, LLC discusses toxicology and common pitfalls that attorneys should be aware of when looking at test results.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

Vehicle Modification and Impact on Claims

Wed, 29 Aug 2018 13:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dan Thompson of DeeGee Rehabilitation Technologies discusses vehicle modifications in the US and Canada and the impact on insurance claims.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

Emerging Global Cyber Ransom Threats Require a Strategic Response From the C-Suite

Tue, 31 Jul 2018 13:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Ed Lewis from Weightmans LLP, David Mackenzie from Blaney McMurtry LLP and David Shannon with Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin discuss emerging cyber threats and associated global risks.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

The Safe Sport Authorization Act and Protecting Young Victims

Thu, 21 Jun 2018 13:00:00 +0000

Attorney Alan S. Goldberger discusses Protecting Young Victims from Sexual Abuse and Safe Sport Authorization Act; who is impacted by the law, types of insurance coverages, and the potential impact on claims.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

How Social Media is Changing Insurance Claims Subrogation

Wed, 30 May 2018 13:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Jason Sullivan and Rebecca Wright from the Rathbone Group, LLC law firm discuss how social media is changing and impacting business dealings.

Hurricane Harvey's Impact on Insurance Claims

Wed, 16 May 2018 13:00:00 +0000

Attorney Laura Grabouski from the law firm Tully Rinckey PLLC examines the impact of Hurricane Harvey and how insurance claims in Texas were settled and litigated.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

Attendant Care Impact

Thu, 26 Apr 2018 13:00:00 +0000

Expert Service Provider Dan Thompson of DeeGee Rehabilitation Technologies discusses attendant care in the US and Canada, associated costs and the impact on the insurance industry.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

Georgia Valued Policy Law

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 13:00:00 +0000

Attorney addresses Georgia Valued Policy Law and the impact on various states, jurisdictions and claims.

Updates in Insurance Coverage and Bad Faith

Wed, 28 Feb 2018 14:00:00 +0000

Attorney addresses industry changes impacting how insurers defend themselves in and litigate bad faith and coverage cases.

Defense Strategies Against Business Valuation Tactics

Tue, 23 Jan 2018 18:58:43 +0000

CPAs Derek Royster and Matthew Curtis address valuation approaches, including the application of the Daubert standard in cases and the impact on claims.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

The Complexity of Negligent Security Claims

Tue, 19 Dec 2017 16:27:39 +0000

Jan Simonsen and Tracy Scott from the law firm of Carr Maloney in Washington, D.C. discuss differences between negligent security and premises liability claims, and the legal standards that apply in these cases. 

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

How Schools Can Prevent and Defend Against Bullying Claims

Wed, 15 Nov 2017 14:00:00 +0000

Attorney John J. Cloherty III from the law firm of Pierce Davis & Perritano discusses defense of schools in claims of failure to prevent bullying and what schools can do to prevent bullying students.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

The Electronic Logging Device Mandate and Effect on Future Trucking Litigation

Tue, 17 Oct 2017 13:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Jennifer Parrot and Melody Kiella of the law firm Drew Eckl & Farnham, LLP in Atlanta, GA address the impact of electronic data devices on defense litigation and their effect on future trucking cases.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

The Widening Risk Concerns Surrounding High School Athletics

Wed, 13 Sep 2017 13:00:00 +0000

Attorney Al Goldberger discusses active areas of risk in interscholastic sports and how carriers are responding to claims involving injuries resulting from assaults and other intentional acts.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

Severity of Trucking Claims Present Workers' Compensation Challenges in North Carolina

Wed, 16 Aug 2017 14:00:00 +0000

Attorney Nicole Tackett from the law firm of Vernis & Bowling of Charlotte, North Carolina, discusses trucking and workers' compensation claims in North Carolina.

Special thanks to our sponsor, A.M. Best Company, Best’s Recommended Insurance Attorneys & Adjusters, including Expert Service Providers.

The Application of Judicial Estoppel in Insurance Claims

Wed, 12 Jul 2017 17:17:57 +0000

Attorney Karen Karabinos from the law firm of Drew Eckl & Farnham discusses judicial estoppel and the impact on insurance claims.

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Social Media Claims

Wed, 14 Jun 2017 23:00:00 +0000

Attorneys from Lindabury, McCormick, Estabrook & Cooper, P.C. discuss social media and the rise in wrongful termination claims.

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Defense Angle of Slip and Fall Accident Claims

Mon, 15 May 2017 16:31:03 +0000

Retail Expert Jerry Birnbach discusses what companies and defense attorneys need to be concerned about regarding slip and fall accident claims.

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Coverage of Intellectual Property (IP) Claims

Wed, 12 Apr 2017 13:00:00 +0000

Attorney Martha Weis from the firm of Goodman Allen Donnelly addresses whether a typical general liability policy covers Intellectual Property Claims.

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Legal Complexity of Construction Litigation

Tue, 14 Mar 2017 15:00:00 +0000

Attorney Terry Lavy from the law firm of Vernis & Bowling discusses the legal complexity and challenges of construction defect litigation and the impact on insurance carriers and insurers, and significant construction cases in the state of Florida.

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Legal Issues Pertaining to Transportation Network Companies and Autonomous Vehicles

Thu, 16 Feb 2017 20:52:36 +0000

Attorneys Drew Broaddus and Nathan Edmonds from the Secrest Wardle firm in Michigan discuss recent transportation litigation passed in their state pertaining to transportation network companies and how it's impacting motor vehicle legislation.

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How Health Care Changes Could Impact Litigation and Settlements

Fri, 13 Jan 2017 14:00:00 +0000

Dan Thompson, certified life care planner and vocational expert discusses anticipated changes to health care and how it might affect planners' work with courts and attorneys to construct life plans for insureds.

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Understanding Nonphysical Injury Structured Settlements

Mon, 14 Nov 2016 14:00:00 +0000

Dan Finn, owner of Finn Financial Group, discusses a nonphysical injury structured settlement and how this type of settlement differs from a traditional structured settlement in claims resolutions.

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Attorneys Discuss and Define Offers of Judgement

Mon, 10 Oct 2016 23:25:18 +0000

Attorneys Jim Steele and Matthew Berkowitz from the Carr Maloney P.C. law firm address what a party has to consider when deciding whether to make an offer of judgment and what some common issues arise when they are used.

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Recent Legal Developments on the Use of Drones

Mon, 26 Sep 2016 14:00:00 +0000

Attorney Timothy Crawley from the law firm of Anderson Crawley & Burke, pllc discuss the most recent developments pertaining to drone use and the latest on Federal Government regulation.

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The Handling of Third Party Claims in Missouri

Mon, 12 Sep 2016 15:00:00 +0000

Attorneys discuss why Missouri is quickly becoming a risk state for handling third party claims, and what this means for the future for insurers in the state.

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Cannabis Insurance Coverage and the impact on the Insurance Industry

Thu, 11 Aug 2016 14:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Jason Taylor and Jeremy Macklin from the law firm of Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsbury LLP discuss the current status of Marijuana Legalization and why the issue is important to insurance carriers.

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Premises Liability and Spoliation Claims

Mon, 11 Jul 2016 14:00:00 +0000

Attorney George Hall with the law firm of Hull Barrett, PC in Augusta, Georgia defines a spoliation claim, how to avoid them and how an insurance carrier is potentially impacted.

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Litigating to win in the insurance defense industry

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 16:04:27 +0000

Attorney Irwin Kramer from the law firm of Kramer & Connolly in Baltimore, Maryland discusses a law firm's demonstration of win potential through current metrics and the importance to the insurance industry.

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Legal Challenges of Transgender Restroom Facilities

Tue, 17 May 2016 13:00:00 +0000

Attorney Brian Cafritz from KPM Law in Virginia addresses legal matters pertaining to transgender restroom facilities including how widespread the issue is, where the law is heading and impact on businesses and the insurance industry.

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Rescinding an Automobile Policy of Insurance in New Jersey

Thu, 21 Apr 2016 16:41:14 +0000

Attorneys Gina Stanziale and Allison Koenke from the law firm Methfessel & Werbel with offices in Edison, New Jersey, New York City, and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania discuss circumstances in which an insurance carrier can void or rescind a policy in the state of New Jersey.

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Attorney addresses concussions in pro, college, and youth sports

Thu, 31 Mar 2016 18:26:16 +0000

Attorney Al Goldberger from the Law Offices of Alan S. Goldberger discusses sports concussions at various levels including pro, college and youth sports. How concussion protocol has changed in recent years, primary concerns of insurance carriers and how attorneys can counsel them.

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Minimizing Cyber-Data Breach

Wed, 10 Feb 2016 02:09:52 +0000

Attorney Ted Schaer from the law firm of Zarwin Baum DeVito Kaplan Schaer Toddy, P.C. in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania discusses the steps that a business can take to help prepare for, and minimize the chances of a cyber-data breach.

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Attorney Discusses the Michigan Dram Shop Act

Fri, 08 Jan 2016 19:08:11 +0000

Attorney Doug Moseley from the law firm Secrest, Wardle, Lynch, Hampton, Truex and Morley, P.C. with offices in Michigan discusses the Michigan Dram Shop Act and how it impacts litigation in the state, particularly the No Fault Act's threshold for recovery as a defense.

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Attorney Discusses Landmark New York Case Pertaining to Legal Malpractice Claims

Tue, 15 Dec 2015 21:43:03 +0000

Attorney Anthony (Tony) Grande from Grande Legal & Consulting discusses a controversial case recently decided by the New York Court of Appeals pertaining to legal malpractice claims.

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Certified Life Planner Details Health Care System Impact on Legal and Insurance Communities - Episode #110

Fri, 23 Oct 2015 18:00:00 +0000

Dan Thompson, registered rehabilitation professional, registered vocational professional and certified life care planner, discusses health care system reform in US and Canada, and the impact on the US insurance industry and defense attorneys.

Attorney Addresses the Trespass Liability Act - Episode # 109

Mon, 14 Sep 2015 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Renee Townsend from the law firm of Secrest, Wardle, Lynch, Hampton, Truex and Morley, P.C. discusses the Trespass Liability Act and its impact on insurers.

Canine Liability's Growing Impact on Insurers - Episode # 108

Wed, 05 Aug 2015 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Jeff Baron from the Baron Law Firm in East Northport, New York on Long Island discusses canine liability, negligence claims surrounding dog bites, and the overall impact on insurers.

Attorney Discusses Impact of Social Media on Claims - Episode # 107

Wed, 17 Jun 2015 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Nicole Tackett from the law firm of Vernis & Bowling's Charlotte, North Carolina office on the impact of social media on workers' compensation claims.

Attorney Addresses The Assignment of Benefits Issue, or AOB, in Florida - Episode # 106

Wed, 10 Jun 2015 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Travis Miller from the Radey Law Firm in Tallahassee, Florida discusses the "assignment of benefits" issue and impact in the Florida property insurance market.

Attorney Breaks Down Catastrophic Auto Accidents and Michigan's No-Fault Law - Episode # 105

Mon, 16 Mar 2015 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Mark Vanneste from the law firm of Secrest Wardle in Michigan, discusses the state's PIP and no-fault law pertaining to automobile accidents.

Attorney Discusses Impact of Cyber Liability on Businesses - Episode # 104

Thu, 26 Feb 2015 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Ted Schaer from the law firm of Zarwin Baum DeVito Kaplan Schaer Toddy, P.C., discusses cyber liability and implementing a proper action plan when a data breach has been identified.

Attorneys Outline Exhaustion Defense and its Impact on Insurers - Episode # 103

Tue, 17 Feb 2015 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Eric Harrison and Caitlin Lundquist from the law firm of Methfessel & Werbel in Edison, New Jersey, discuss the exhaustion defense and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

Attorney Gives Primer on Insurers' Reservation of Rights - Episode # 102

Thu, 05 Feb 2015 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Charlie Lemley, from the law firm of Wiley Rein LLP in Washington, D.C., discusses factors insurers should consider in deciding whether to offer independent counsel when defending an insured under a reservation of rights.

Recovery of Attorneys' Fees in Maritime Matters - Episode # 101

Thu, 29 Jan 2015 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Edward Radzik and Lori Quinn, from the law firm Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin, discuss the American Rule on the allocation of attorneys' fees and how it applies in maritime cases.

Attorney Discusses Mode of Operations and Relevant Cases - Episode # 100

Tue, 06 Jan 2015 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Ed Thornton, from the law firm of Methfessel & Werbel in Edison, New Jersey, discusses the evolution of the mode of operation and the underwriting issues for insurance companies.

Attorney Raab on Limitation Liability on Motor Carriers - Episode # 99

Wed, 17 Dec 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Dan Raab from the Daniel W. Raab, P.A. law firm in Miami, Florida discusses a recent case on limitation liability on motor carriers and the impact on legal counsel and insurance companies.

Attorney Discusses Impact of Medical Protective Orders on Insurers - Episode # 98

Tue, 09 Dec 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Kay Fuller from the law firm of Martin & Seibert, L.C. discusses medical protective orders and the challenges they raise for defense counsel and insurance companies.

Attorney Explains How Bad Faith Claims in NJ Impact Insurance Companies - Episode # 97

Wed, 03 Dec 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Brian Barr from the law firm of Cooper Levenson, P.A., discusses the practice, pointers and pitfalls of third-party bad faith claims in New Jersey.

Attorneys Breakdown New Jersey Law Against Discrimination - Episode # 96

Tue, 18 Nov 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Jared Schure and Vivian Lekkas from the law firm of Methfessel & Werbel in Edison, New Jersey discuss liability under the New Jersey law against discrimination.

Attorney Outlines Faulty Workmanship Occurrences - Episode # 95

Mon, 10 Nov 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Geoff Haddad of Martin & Seibert, L.C., discusses faulty workmanship as an occurrence under commercial general liability policies.

Seventh Circuit Courts Expand When an Insurer Must Offer Independent Counsel - Episode # 94

Wed, 05 Nov 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Chris Nadeau, from the law firm of Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsberry LLP, discusses a recent ruling that a primary insurer must provide its insured with independent counsel when there is a potential for an excess verdict and how those rulings impact the way an adjuster handles a claim.

Attorney Irwin Kramer Outlines Alternate Fee Arrangements - Episode # 93

Mon, 29 Sep 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Irwin Kramer from the law firm of Kramer & Connolly in Baltimore, Maryland, discusses the flaws with billing by the hour and suggests alternate fee arrangements between insurance companies and law firms.

The Burden of Medical Provider Fraud - Episode # 92

Thu, 04 Sep 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Jeffrey Rapattoni, shareholder in the Cherry Hill, New Jersey office of Marshall Dennehey Warner Coleman & Goggin, discusses the burden of Medical Provider Fraud on the Insurance Industry.

Attorney on Bad Faith in Florida Insurance Impact - Episode # 91

Tue, 03 Jun 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Charles C. Lemley at the law firm of Wiley Rein LLP in Washington, D.C. discusses bad faith liability in the state of Florida and what insurers should be aware of.

Attorney Details Oklahoma Workers' Compensation Legislation - Episode # 90

Mon, 24 Mar 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney David Dodge with the McCathern, PLLC law firm in Dallas, Texas discusses Oklahoma's new workers' compensation legislation, how it compares to states like Texas and the odds of similar legislation being enacted around the country.

How a Tri-partite Relationship Impacts the Insurance Industry - Episode # 89

Tue, 04 Mar 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Sid Degan with the law firm of Degan, Blanchard & Nash in Louisiana on the complex "tri-partite relationship" that exists between attorneys, insurers and insureds and how it impacts the insurance industry.

Outlining the Legal Framework of Cyber Losses - Episode # 88

Tue, 14 Jan 2014 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Stu Panensky from the law firm of Traub Lieberman Straus & Shrewsberry LLP, introduces the legal framework around data security and cyber losses.

Attorney Discusses Dispute in Costly Cargo Claim - Episode # 87

Wed, 18 Dec 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Daniel Raab of Daniel W. Raab, P.A. in Miami, explores liability and other considerations surrounding a case where a US-flagged vessel is accused of damaging the gas turbine it was hired to transport.

Attorney Outlines Fracking's Insurance Issues - Episode # 86

Tue, 10 Dec 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Michael Salem from the law firm of Nelsen, Thompson, Pegue & Thornton, A.P.C. in Los Angeles, California discusses emerging issues in insurance for fracking and application of EPLE or Energy Pollution Liability Extension endorsement.

Bullying Faces Coverage and Litigation Hurdles - Episode # 85

Tue, 19 Nov 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Eric Harrison from the law firm Methfessel & Werbel in Edison, New Jersey discusses aspects related to bullying and insurance coverage and litigation.

Insurance Liability in Animal Livestock and Equine Coverage - Episode # 84

Tue, 05 Nov 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Julie Fershtman from the law firm of Foster Swift Collins & Smith, P.C. in Farmington Hills, Michigan, discusses animal livestock and equine liability and insurance coverage matters along with a recent coverage determination by the Federal Courts in Illinois.

Attorney Investigates Construction Law Litigation - Episode # 83

Wed, 11 Sep 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Anthony D. Grande from the law firm of Clausen Miller PC, with U.S. offices in Chicago, California, New Jersey and New York, and several worldwide affiliate offices in Europe and Asia, discusses construction law litigation, New York's labor law and the impact on the insurance community.

Insurance and Legal Ramifications of Emergency Response - Episode # 82

Fri, 06 Sep 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Ted Schaer from the law firm of Zarwin Baum DeVito Kaplan Schaer Toddy, P.C., discusses the legal and critical challenges associated with Emergency Response and the impact on the insurance industry.

Attorney Explores Case that Asked: Is a House a Boat? - Episode # 81

Fri, 09 Aug 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney David W. Skeen from the law firm of Wright, Constable & Skeen, L.L.P. in Baltimore, on a Supreme Court ruling addressing the importance of being a vessel under maritime law.

Breaking Down California Tax Law Changes - Episode # 80

Wed, 24 Jul 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Dan Finn, a Certified Structured Settlement Consultant from Finn Financial Group in Newport Beach, Calif., addresses recent tax law changes in the state and their impact on claimants, attorneys and the insurance industry.

Professional Liability Cases Complex, 'Cyclical' - Episode # 79

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Irwin Kramer, managing partner of the insurance defense firm of Kramer & Connolly, dissects the complexity of professional liability cases and the law firm-insurer relationship.

State-Offered Mediation 'Effective' on Disputes - Episode # 78

Tue, 07 May 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Joseph Cunningham from the Law Offices of Joseph F. Cunningham, PLC, in Arlington, Va., discusses the implementation of individual state mediation programs to assist with policy disputes and the relationships between law firms and insurance carriers.

Exploring Employee Dishonesty Coverage - Episode # 77

Thu, 28 Mar 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Michael Salem examines employee dishonesty coverage, the danger of expanding coverage to investment advisers and the impact on insurance companies.

Attorney Explores Impact of Damage During Transport - Episode # 76

Thu, 21 Mar 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Daniel Raab from the Daniel W. Raab, P.A. law firm in Miami, Florida discusses a transportation case involving damaged goods during sea transit and the impact on the insurance industry.

Attorneys Discuss Cruise Line Coverage Issues - Episode # 75

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Jack Pierce and David McMahon from the law firm of Barger Wolen LLP in California discuss insurance issues that face the cruise line and travel industries after recent incidents at sea.

Attorneys Dissect the Smart Act - Episode # 74

Tue, 26 Feb 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Rey Alvarez and Kate Kmiec from the law firm of Luks, Santaniello, Petrillo & Jones in Florida on the new Smart Act, aimed at making settlements with a Medicare beneficiary go more efficiently, and reduce Medicare spending by $45 million.

Attorney Explores Verizon, Prudential Pension Pass - Episode # 73

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney David Dodge from the McCathern, LLP law firm in Dallas on a case pertaining to an employee pension transfer involving Verizon Communications Inc., and Prudential Insurance Co.

Attorney Explores Sandy's Impact on Insurers - Episode # 72

Tue, 11 Dec 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Harry Baumgartner from the law firm of Bressler, Amery & Ross, P.C. in Florham Park, N.J., discusses insurance issues related to Hurricane Sandy from an attorney's perspective.

Attorney Rich Fidei Highlights Tech Concerns - Episode # 71

Mon, 26 Nov 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Rich Fidei from the law firm of Colodny, Fass, Talenfeld, Karlinsky, Abate & Webb, P.A. in Florida discusses privacy concerns with advancing technology in insurance.

Managing Liability in Foodborne Illness Cases - Episode # 70

Mon, 15 Oct 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Jean Golden from the law firm of Cassiday Schade LLP in Chicago on insurance coverage liability for foodborne illness and what an insurer can do to minimize its risk.

Attorney Dissects Okla. Weather Catastrophes - Episode #69

Mon, 01 Oct 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Renee DeMoss, from the GableGotwals law firm in Oklahoma, discusses the catastrophic weather conditions in Oklahoma and its impact on homeowners and the insurance industry.

Attorney Sam Sorich on Calif. Workers' Comp Revamp - Episode #68

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Sam Sorich, Of Counsel to the Sacramento, Calif., office of the law firm Barger & Wolen LLP, tackles recent legislation passed by the state of California, including a workers' compensation overhaul, and the potential impact on insureds and the upcoming election.

The Changing Law of Appraisal in Florida - Episode #67

Thu, 30 Aug 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Nicole Palmer from the law firm of Wade, Palmer & Shoemaker, P.A. in Pensacola, Fla., discusses the changing law of appraisal in the state and how insurers can use appraisal to their advantage both before and after a suit has been filed.

Attorney Golub on Stacking of Policy Limits - Episode #66

Thu, 16 Aug 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Larry Golub from the law firm of Barger & Wolen LLP in Los Angeles discusses a recent landmark California Supreme Court decision involving the stacking of policy limits, and whether or not an insured can collect on damages over a period of many years. Golub also explores its impact on the insurance industry.

Attorney Dissects Compliance within Social Media - Episode #65

Mon, 02 Jul 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Rich Fidei from the law firm of Colodny, Fass, Talenfeld, Karlinsky & Abate, P.A., discusses social media and advertising compliance within the insurance industry.

Raymond Law Group Attorney on Cyber Risk Impact - Episode #64

Tue, 22 May 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Bruce H. Raymond from the Raymond Law Group LLC with offices in Connecticut and Massachusetts, discusses the latest issues and concerns with cyber risk and the impact on the insurance industry.

Legal Fallout from Failure to Make Timely Payments - Episode #63

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Bob Mich, Jr. from the Law Offices of Kay & Andersen, LLC, on a case involving a coverage matter arising from insurer and agent conduct and the failure of the insured to make a timely premium payment.

Defining Surface Transportation Broker Liability - Episode #62

Fri, 16 Mar 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Daniel Raab from the Daniel W. Raab, P.A. firm in Miami, defines the Carmack Amendment, a transportation case involving surface transportation broker liability, and how that affects insurers.

Insurer's Liability for Cell Phone Use, Texting - Episode #61

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Jay Tentinger from the Tentinger Law Firm, P.A. in Eagan, Minnesota, discusses cell phone use and texting and the liability for insurers.

The Impact of Social Media on Claims Outcomes - Episode #60

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Dan Santaniello and Heather Calhoon from the law firm of Luks, Santaniello, Petrillo & Jones in Florida, discuss the Stored Communication Act, the use of social media in investigation and discovery and the possible impact on claims outcomes.

Regulating Athletic Conduct: Legal Lessons Learned - Episode #59

Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Al Goldberger, from the law firm of Brown Moskowitz & Kallen, P.C. in Millburn, N.J., explains Athletic Codes of Conduct in the insurance industry and the benefits of having one.

Attorney Travis Miller on Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund Legislation - Episode #58

Tue, 25 Oct 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Travis Miller from the law firm Radey Thomas Yon & Clark, P.A. in Tallahassee, Fla., discusses legislation proposed by the Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund that would reduce its size to levels more compatible with resources available in the global financial markets.

Attorneys Discuss the Medicare Secondary Payer Act - Episode #57

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Daniel Santaniello and Reinaldo (Rey) Alvarez from the Florida law firm of Luks, Santaniello, Petrillo & Jones, discuss the Medicare Secondary Payer Act and how to address Medicare in liability settlements.

Attorney Rich Fidei on the Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Reform Act - Episode #56

Wed, 27 Jul 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Rich Fidei from the law firm of Colodny, Fass, Talenfeld, Karlinsky & Abate, P.A. on surplus lines and the Nonadmitted and Reinsurance Reform Act, which was enacted as part of the implementation of the Dodd-Frank Act.

Attorneys Discuss How Insurers Can Deal with Bad Faith Matters - Episode #55

Wed, 29 Jun 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Charles E. Haddick Jr. and Rob Marino from the law firm of Dickie, McCamey & Chilcote, discuss bad faith matters and misconceptions and what insurance companies can do to be pro-active.

Attorneys Fred Karlinsky and Katie Webb on Senate Bill 408's Impact on Florida - Episode #54

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Fred Karlinsky and Katie Webb from the law firm of Colodny, Fass, Talenfeld, Karlinsky & Abate, P.A. with offices in Fort Lauderdale and Tallahassee, Fla., discuss the recently passed Senate Bill 408 in Florida and its impact on the property/ casualty insurance industry in the state.

Elimination of Joint and Several Liability in Tort Cases - Episode #53

Wed, 18 May 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Renee DeMoss from the law firm of GableGotwals in Tulsa, Oklahoma on the elimination of joint and several liability in tort cases.

Attorney Dan Raab on Limitations of Liability - Episode #52

Fri, 06 May 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Dan Raab from the Daniel W. Raab, P.A. firm in Miami on a limitations of liability case under Montreal Protocol.

Attorney Tim Thornton on Patent Litigation and Advertising Injury - Episode #51

Wed, 30 Mar 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Tim Thornton from the law firm of Nelsen, Thompson, Pegue & Thornton in Los Angeles on coverage for claims involving patent litigation and advertising injury, and the impact on the insurance industry.

Attorney Dale Hightower on Ten Commandments to Avoid Premises Liability Suits - Episode #50

Tue, 15 Mar 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Dale Hightower from the firm of Hightower & Partners P.A. authors the "Ten Commandments to Avoid Premises Liability Suits." His essay pertains to restaurants and other businesses. He explains how this impacts the insurance industry.

Attorney Larry Rogak on New York's No-Fault Law - Episode #49

Mon, 10 Jan 2011 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Larry Rogak from the law firm Lawrence N. Rogak, LLC in Oceanside, N.Y. on the state's complex no-fault law and how it compares to other states and impacts the insurance industry.

Construction Systems' Michael Panish on Selection of Expert Witnesses - Episode #48

Mon, 06 Dec 2010 17:00:00 +0000

Michael Panish, Expert Witness, Construction Witness / Construction Systems, on the importance of the selection of expert witnesses in insurance cases.

Attorney Al Goldberger on the Impact of Sports-Related Concussions on Insurance Industry - Episode #47

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Al Goldberger from the firm of Brown Moskowitz & Kallen, P.C. in Millburn, New Jersey on concussions in amateur and professional sports, legal implications and the impact on the insurance industry.

Attorney Chris Massenburg on Federal Asbestos MDL Litigation - Episode #46

Mon, 13 Sep 2010 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Chris Massenburg from the law firm Swetman Baxter Massenburg, LLC in Hattiesburg, Mississippi discusses the Federal Asbestos MDL Litigation and its impact on specific states and insurance companies.

Attorney David Burstein on Canada's Insurance Act - Episode #45

Mon, 30 Aug 2010 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney David Burstein from the law firm Lang Michener in Toronto, Ontario discusses Canada's Insurance Act and an appeal on a coverage matter involving an accident with a parked truck.

Attorney Daniel Raab on Limitation of Liability - Episode #44

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Daniel Raab, from the Daniel W. Raab, PA firm in Miami, discusses a recent transportation case and how limitation of liability impacts the transportation and insurance industries.

Insurance Coverage in the Motion Picture Industry - Episode #43

Tue, 04 May 2010 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Jaymeson Pegue from the law firm of Nelson, Thompson, Pegue & Thornton, A.P.C. in Los Angeles, discusses insurance coverage matters involving actors in the motion picture industry.

The Collateral Source Rule in Alabama - Episode #42

Mon, 22 Mar 2010 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Jarrod Bazemore from the law firm of Spain & Gillon, LLC in Birmingham, Ala., discusses the Collateral Source Rule in Alabama and how it's impacting both state and federal courts.

State Insurance Premium and Other Important Insurance Taxes - Episode #41

Wed, 17 Feb 2010 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Brian Casey and Dean Conlin from the law firm of Locke Lord Bissell & Lidell LLP, discuss a recent chapter they authored on state insurance premium and other important insurance taxes impacting both insurance companies and the various states.

Regulatory Compliance Requirements and Privacy Litigation - Episode #40

Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Steve Kunzman and Todd Ruback from the law firm of DiFrancesco, Bateman, Coley, Yospin, Kunzman, Davis & Lehrer, PC in Warren, New Jersey discuss increasing regulatory compliance requirements and a spike in privacy related litigation as organizations and insurance carriers will be faced with privacy as a significant risk component to business.

IP and Technology Claims' Impact on Insurance Companies - Episode #39

Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Robert Scott from the law firm of Scott & Scott, LLP in Dallas, Texas discusses IP and technology claims and the impact on insurance companies.

Enforcing the Medicare Secondary Payer Law - Episode #38

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Paul Jones and Orestes (Rusty) Perez from the law firm of Luks, Santaniello, Perez, Petrillo, Gold & Jones in Florida discuss recently enacted new rules by Congress to enhance the enforcement of the Medicare Secondary Payer Law (Commonly referred to as MSP).

Supplemental Uninsured Developments in New York State - Episode #37

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Jessica Desany from the law firm of Carter, Conboy, Case, Blackmore, Maloney & Laird, P.C. on SUM coverage or Supplemental Uninsured Developments in New York State.

Tavern Issues, Finding Jury in Fatal Airport Injury Case - Episode #36

Thu, 27 Aug 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Jonathan Ziss from the Margolis Edelstein law firm in Philadelphia, discusses dram shop issues and jury duty selection in a case involving a fatal airport injury.

The Impact of Sports Law on the Insurance Industry - Episode #35

Mon, 10 Aug 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Al Goldberger from the Goldberger & Goldberger law firm in Clifton, New Jersey discusses a case in Texas involving Midwest Employers Casualty Company and the impact of sports law on the insurance industry.

Negligent Security Issues Related to Terrorist Attacks in Shopping Centers - Episode #34

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Jack Luks and Tony Petrillo from the law firm of Luks, Santaniello, Perez, Petrillo, Gold & James in Florida discuss negligent security issues related to terrorist attacks in shopping centers.

How the Financial Crisis Can Affect The Insurance Industry - Episode #33

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Alan Rutkin from the law firm Rivkin Radler LLP in Uniondale, New York, discusses how the financial crisis can affect the insurance industry.

The 2009 Session of the Florida Legislature's Impact on Property Insurance Law - Episode #32

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Fred Karlinsky and Katie Webb from the law firm Colodny, Fass, Talenfeld, Karlinsky & Abate in Florida discuss the 2009 Session of the Florida Legislature and how this impacts property insurance law and State Farm's decision to withdraw from the state insurance market.

A Landmark California Court of Appeals Ruling on the Stacking of Policies - Episode #31

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Roger Simpson from the Cotkin & Collins law firm in Los Angeles, California on a landmark California Court of Appeals ruling on the stacking of policies related to the Stringfellow insurance case.

A Federal Court of Appeals Ruling that Limits an Insurance Company's Liability in a Tragic Trucking Accident - Episode #30

Mon, 04 May 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Ginny Peterson from the law firm of Kightlinger & Gray LLP discusses a federal court of appeals ruling that limits an insurance company's liability in a tragic trucking accident.

Credit Scoring's Impact on the Insurance Industry - Episode #29

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Jeff Thomas from the law firm of Mitchell, Williams, Selig, Gates & Woodyard P.L.L.C. in Little Rock, Arkansas discusses recent credit scoring matters and their impact on the insurance industry.

Ga. Court Ruling Bars Lawyers From Connecting With a Victim's Doctor - Episode #28

Tue, 24 Feb 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Asha Jackson from the law firm of Carlock, Copeland & Stair, LLP in Atlanta, Georgia discusses Georgia's Supreme Court ruling in which HIPAA bars insurance defense lawyers from informally communicating with an injury victim's physicians.

The Impact of State Farm's Decision to Pull Most of Their Residential Property Lines out of Florida - Episode #27.

Tue, 10 Feb 2009 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Fred Karlinsky and Krista Kolvacin from the law firm of Colodny, Fass, Talenfeld, Karlinsky & Abate in Fort Lauderdale and Tallahassee, Florida discuss the impact of State Farm's decision to pull most of their residential property lines out of Florida.

What Insurers Should Know About the Other Insurance Clause - Episode #26

Mon, 15 Dec 2008 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Daniel Raab from the law firm Daniel W. Raab, P.A. in Miami, Florida discusses what insurers should know about the "other insurance clause" involving a case between two insurance companies.

Hurricane Ike and Related Catastrophe Impact on Texas and the Insurance Industry - Episode #25

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Roger Higgins from the firm of Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons discusses Hurricane Ike and related catastrophes and their impact on Texas and the insurance industry.

Florida's Recently Adopted Reinsurance Collateral Rule - Episode #24

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Rich Fidei from the law firm of Colodny, Fass, Talenfeld, Karlinsky & Abate in Fort Lauderdale, Florida discusses the recently adopted Reinsurance Collateral Rule in Florida that is impacting domestic insurers and policy holders.

An Insurance Case Involving Missing Policies and Establishing Burden of Proof - Episode #23

Tue, 09 Sep 2008 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Jeffrey Kaufman from the law firm of Brydon, Hugo & Parker in San Francisco, California discusses an insurance case involving missing policies and establishing burden of proof.

A Self-Insurance Fund Matter Case and the Impact on Individuals, Corporations and Insurers - Episode #22.

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Michael McDonner from the law firm of O'Bryan, Brown & Toner in Louisville, Kentucky on a self-insurance fund matter case and the impact on individuals, corporations and insurers.

A Recent Nebraska Supreme Court Ruling Against the State of Florida in a Decade-long Multi-million Dollar Dispute - Episode #21.

Wed, 16 Jul 2008 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Bill Gast and Mike McClellan from the Gast and McClellan law firm in Omaha, Nebraska discuss a recent Nebraska Supreme Court ruling against the state of Florida in a decade-long multi-million dollar dispute.

The Liability Concerns of Property Insurer Executives - Episode #20.

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Megan Grant from the law firm Colodny, Fass, Talenfeld, Karlinsky & Abate in Fort Lauderdale, Florida discusses the liability concerns of Property Insurer executives.

Regulators Grapple With Multistate Health Insurance Oversight - Episode #19.

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Jeanie Botkin and Jennifer Osborn from the law firm of Polsinelli Shalton Flanigan Suelthaus PC in Kansas City, Missouri and Overland Park, Kansas discuss regulators grappling with multistate health insurance oversight.

Internet Blogging and Potential Legal Issues - Episode #18

Thu, 01 May 2008 21:22:55 +0000

Attorney Dennis J. Wall, from the Law Office of Dennis J. Wall in Florida discusses Internet Blogging and Potential Legal Issues.

Recent Maryland Law Changes Pertaining to an Insureds Ability to Bring Action Against its Insurer for Failing to Act in Good Faith - Episode #17

Tue, 08 Apr 2008 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Peter Axelrad and William F. Flood, III from the law firm of Council, Baradel, Kosmerl & Nolan in Annapolis, Maryland discuss recent Maryland law changes pertaining to an insureds ability to bring action against its insurer for failing to act in good faith.

A Recent Supreme Court Ruling Involving New Legal Liabilities for 401K Plan Administrators - Episode #16.

Wed, 19 Mar 2008 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Paul Ondrasik from the Washington, D.C. law firm of Steptoe & Johnson discusses a recent Supreme Court ruling involving new legal liabilities for 401K plan administrators.

A Recent Landmark Case Involving the Liability of Rental Car Companies when Accidents Cause Injuries or Death - Episode #15

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Daniel Santaniello and Paul Jones from the law firm of Luks, Santaniello, Perez, Petrillo and Gold in Florida discuss a recent landmark case involving the liability of rental car companies when accidents cause injuries or death.

A Supreme Court Ruling in a Medical Malpractice Case and the Impact on Tort Cap Protections for Public Entities - Episode #14.

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Jeff Eden and Lloyd Bernstein from the law firm of Bullivant Houser Bailey PC in Portland, Oregon discuss a Supreme Court ruling in a medical malpractice case and the impact on tort cap protections for public entities.

The Importance of an Airboat Case in Florida Waters and its Impact on Insurers - Episode #13.

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney Daniel Raab from the law firm Daniel W. Raab, P.A. in Miami, Florida discusses the importance of an airboat case in Florida waters and its impact on insurers.

An Important Supreme Court Decision Favoring Major Insurance Companies - Episode #12.

Mon, 22 Oct 2007 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Maria Abate and Amy Koltnow from the law firm of Colodny, Fass, Talenfeld, Karlinsky & Abate, P.A. in Florida discuss an important Supreme Court decision favoring major insurance companies.

Recent State and Federal Efforts to Reform the Regulation and Taxation of the Surplus Lines Insurance Market - Episode #11

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Mark Goodman and Michael Trier from the law firm of Lord, Bissell & Brook LLP in Chicago, Illinois discuss recent state and federal efforts to reform the regulation and taxation of the surplus lines insurance market.

Fred Karlinsky and Rachel LeBlanc on the Recent Credit-Scoring Decisions - Episode #10

Wed, 25 Jul 2007 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Fred Karlinsky and Rachel LeBlanc from the law firm of Colodny Fass Talenfeld Karlinsky Abate in Florida discuss June's Supreme Court decision in the credit-scoring cases involving Safeco and Geico and the impact on Florida and other states.

A Discussion on a Landmark Decision in a New Jersey Automobile Case - Episode #09.

Thu, 28 Jun 2007 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Steve Kunzman and Tina Bombaci from the law firm of DiFrancesco, Bateman, Coley, Yospin, Kunzman, Davis & Lehrer, P.C. in Warren, New Jersey discuss a landmark decision in a New Jersey automobile case.

How the April Virginia Tech Incident has Impacted Legal Issues and the Defense of Educational Institutions - Episode #08.

Thu, 14 Jun 2007 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Bob Smith and Dana Fleming from the law firm of Nelson, Kinder, Mosseau & Saturley in Boston, MA discuss how the April Virginia Tech incident has impacted legal issues and the defense of educational institutions.

The Insurance Implications of Identity Theft - Episode #07

Wed, 30 May 2007 17:00:00 +0000

Kirk Nahra of Wiley Rein, Washington, D.C. discusses the impact of identity theft on the insurance industry.

What the Move to Repeal of the Anti-Trust Exemption Means to Insurers - Episode #06

Thu, 10 May 2007 17:00:00 +0000

Joe Coughlin and John Gurley of Lord, Bissell and Brook LLP in Chicago discuss the recent government effort to repeal the federal antitrust exemption in the McCarran-Ferguson Act and the impact this could have on the insurance industry.

David Burstein on issues in auto coverage - Episode #05

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 17:00:00 +0000

Attorney David Burstein of the Toronto, Ontario-based law firm of Lang Michener discusses auto coverage issues for U.S. motorists traveling in Canada.

Dan Martinez and Kevin Frye on the Changing Landscape for E-Discovery - Episode #04

Thu, 15 Mar 2007 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Dan Martinez of Callahan & Martinez, and Kevin Frye of Anderson, Crawley & Burke discuss the technology, practices and new regulations surrounding electronic discovery. E-mail, databases, deleted files and more are all subject to discovery, and insurance attorneys are struggling to keep pace.

What Insurers and Legal Providers Should Know About Responding to Catastrophe Situations - Episode #03

Wed, 21 Feb 2007 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Russ Melton of Foley & Mansfield and Joe Gerber of Cozen O'Connor discuss the special needs of responding to industrial and other large disasters such as fires, chemical exposures and explosions.

Keeping Up With the Anticoncurrent Cause Clause - Episode #02

Fri, 09 Feb 2007 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Gregory Victor and Joe Miele of Adorno Yoss focus on the anticoncurrent cause clause in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, the implications of decisions in Mississippi and Louisiana and how this impacts other states such as Florida.

State Farm Loses the First High-Profile Post-Katrina Homeowners Case - Episode #01

Wed, 24 Jan 2007 17:00:00 +0000

Attorneys Kelly Simpkins and David Rossmiller discuss the ramifications of the verdict in Broussard vs. State Farm, in which jurors ordered State Farm to pay $2.5 million in punitive damages