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Recent Developments In D&O Claims
September 19, 2023 | Developments
This article summarizes many of the more important recent legal developments involving D&O claims. During these uncertain times, it is especially important for those who advise and insure directors and officers to carefully monitor and react to these and other developments.
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Citing Lawyer's Late Notice to Insurer, Judge Says He's Forced to Overturn $1.1M Legal Malpractice Award to Client
September 01, 2023 | Case Law Analysis
"Under the circumstances, the court sees no alternative but to grant the motion for judgment notwithstanding the verdict. While that is not an obviously sensible result, it is required by the terms of the policy and by Massachusetts law," Chief Judge F. Dennis Saylor IV wrote.
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$2M Fine Levied Against Houston-based Attorneys for Fraud, Unfair Trade Practices
May 09, 2023 | Industry News
According to the LDI's ongoing investigation, McClenny Moseley & Associates admitted to nearly 900 fraudulent misrepresentations it had been retained by Louisiana policyholders to settle claims when it actually did not.
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Veterinary Entities Win Summary Judgment Against Emotional Distress, Contract Claims
March 21, 2023 | Case Law Analysis
Though many pet owners call their furry friends "family," the legal world takes a different point of view.
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Judge Finds 'The Man Behind the Curtain' in Louisiana Insurance Disputes
February 20, 2023 | Case Law Analysis
A judge from the Eastern District of Louisiana has dismissed a case where the plaintiff's attorney didn't actually have an agreement with the plaintiff when the suit was filed.
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Hanover's Denial of Fishbowl Claim Goes Belly Up
December 07, 2022 | Case Law Analysis
The perpetrator of a data breach interfered to the point where the owner of a stolen email address could communicate with clients in an effective, efficient manner.
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Until the Last Gavel Falls
December 05, 2022 | Discussion|Expert Analysis|Eye on the Experts
Whether an insurer has a duty to defend arises in almost every liability insurance claim. A less common question is when the duty ends. Judge Sarah…
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White Collar Crime and Professional Liability Policies
September 27, 2022 | Case Law Analysis|Discussion|Expert Analysis|Eye on the Experts
Because criminal matters proceed at a more rapid pace than civil matters, it is necessary to be proactive in assessing your professional liability policy.
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Updated: Professional Liability Policy Covers Criminal Defense of Indicted 'Lottery Lawyer'
July 20, 2022 | Case Law Analysis
Andrew Bourne, Partner at CZFM, praised the ruling in a comment to the Insurance Coverage Law Center.
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SPACs and the Associated Insurance Coverage Risks at Play
August 12, 2021 | Case Law Analysis
The top three coverage issues potentially arising out of SPAC transactions.
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