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Coverage that focuses on both the legal risks facing insurance companies, as well as how companies are using insurance to hedge risk. We cover health insurance and cyber insurance frequently.
By Joseph Evans | November 7, 2017
After a quick-fire series of merger deals, has Kennedys resolved its "five years out of date" market perception?
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By Legal Week | November 1, 2017
Finalists: Nigerian Stock Exchange; Standard Chartered Bank; Wholesale Lending Legal Team, CIB Legal; Barclays Africa Group (Highly Commended). South…
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By Joseph Evans | October 26, 2017
In addition to removing a cap on how much of the firm's profits can go into a merit pool the firm has also ushered in powers to bring in an external CEO
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By Roy Strom | October 25, 2017
Details emerge of discussions between struggling US firm Sedgwick and UK insurance leader Clydes as talks stall following partner exits
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By Joseph Evans | October 23, 2017
Kennedys absorbs US firm Sedgwick's Bermuda affiliate following the hire of six partners from the struggling firm
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By Rose Walker | October 20, 2017
Mayer Brown London insurance pair leave for Kennedys
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By Joseph Evans | October 20, 2017
Firm creates new standalone company to house innovative service offerings
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By James Booth | October 9, 2017
Firm's international senior partner set to relocate to Hong Kong base next month
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By Joseph Evans | October 3, 2017
Staff will join Keoghs in January 2018
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By James Booth | October 2, 2017
Firm seals exclusive association with six-partner Australian firm ahead of full merger
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By Thomas J. Maroney and Hilary F. Simon | May 22, 2023
When determining which insurer will fund a settlement or verdict in a construction related incident involving a "grave injury" governed by the New York Labor Law, commercial general liability (CGL) insurers must confront the rule of anti-subrogation before Workers' Compensation 1B unlimited coverage can be triggered. This is a fertile ground for disputes in "grave injury" defense litigation.
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By Ethan W. Middlebrooks and Allen R. Wolff | May 22, 2023
Litigation following a construction project is as common as a coffee shop in Manhattan. The availability of insurance coverage can be pivotal to the defense and resolution of such lawsuits. However, insurance coverage for construction defects litigation in New York has long been clouded by misunderstandings surrounding the First Department's 1994 decision in George A. Fuller v. U.S. Fidelity & Guaranty.
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By Wendy Stein Fulton and Lloyd Gura | May 22, 2023
The state's legislative response presents an interesting case study on government efforts to curb the impact of bad faith laws as a result of lessons learned from this tragedy.
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By Alexander Lugo | May 19, 2023
The firm's lawyers pushed for tort reforms that help shield insurance companies from coverage disputes. Now with the volume of cases expected to decline, leaders are looking for other areas for growth.
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By Colleen Murphy | May 16, 2023
"Where the plaintiff 'has neither provided a copy' nor 'referenced a single provision from the disputed contract,' the plaintiff has not sufficiently alleged 'nor can the court ascertain' whether the plaintiff is a beneficiary at all," said Judge Michael A. Shipp citing a U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey case, "Kaminski v. Township of Toms River."
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By Amanda O'Brien | May 16, 2023
Partner Anthony Miscioscia, who made the move in April, finds that personnel are eager to be in the office. He was followed earlier this month by partner Celestine Montague and an associate.
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By Lisa Willis | May 15, 2023
"Every case that seems to come to a different conclusion than the preceding case law muddies the waters," said Margaret Garner, appellant counsel.
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By Jeffrey G. Steinberg | May 15, 2023
An issue which periodically arises (although it is rarely decided) in the insurance realm is whether there is coverage for fee disputes under legal malpractice policies, particularly where there is a claim in the complaint for malpractice. The analysis of this issue must begin with an examination of the policy insuring agreements, which typically require that, to trigger a duty to defend, the complaint must allege both covered conduct and covered damages.
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By Melea VanOstrand | May 12, 2023
"It's not about maximizing your fee, it's about maximizing justice for your clients," said Adam Balkan of Balkan, Patterson & Charbonnet, a finalist for the Florida Legal Award's 2023 Attorney of the Year award.
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By Charles Toutant | May 12, 2023
Jurors in the criminal case agreed with testimony that Michael Barisone was suffering from a delusional disorder that left him detached from reality at the time of the shootings.
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The African Legal Awards recognise exceptional achievement within Africa s legal community during a period of rapid change.
Celebrating achievement, excellence, and innovation in the legal profession in the UK.
The Daily Report is honoring those attorneys and judges who have made a remarkable difference in the legal profession.
Health Law Associate CT Shipman is seeking an associate to join our national longstanding health law practice. Candidates must have t...
Shipman & Goodwin LLP is seeking two associates to expand our national commercial real estate lending practice. Candidates should have ...
McCarter & English, LLP is actively seeking a litigation associate for its office located in Newark, NJ. Three to six years of experienc...
MELICK & PORTER, LLP PROMOTES CONNECTICUT PARTNERS HOLLY ROGERS, STEVEN BANKS, and ALEXANDER AHRENS
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