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Maritime Law

Coverage Exists for Master Services Contract Reformed Midlitigation

2017-06-23 | Michael A Orlando

Court says maritime law allows for contract reformation when mutual mistake is made. Mike Orlando relates the case.

Maritime Law

Service Performed with Crane Barge Is a Maritime Contract

2017-03-10 | Michael A Orlando

To decide whether a maritime contract exists regarding service performed with a crane barge, the cumbersome 6-part Davis test is used.

Corporate Aviation

Aircraft Appraisal Dos and Don'ts

2017-03-03 | Adam Webster

Take a look at points to consider when obtaining an aircraft appraisal.

Corporate Aviation

Aviation Human Factors Assessment

2017-02-03 | Adam Webster

Looks at methods to reduce aviation claims by simply understanding what pilots actually think and do.

Maritime Law

P&I Policy No Catchall for Marine Liability

2016-04-22 | Michael A Orlando

The insured's conduct as a vessel owner matters when determining protection and indemnity liability.

Corporate Aviation

The IRS, FAA, and Aircraft Liability—Whack a Mole*

2015-11-06 | Adam Webster

The regulatory and risk management considerations are challenging. Adam Webster explains.

Corporate Aviation

Three Underwriting Tips for Aircraft Financing

2015-03-27 | Adam Webster

Adam Webster explains why it's important to look upon your stake in an airplane as a parent would protect a child.

Maritime Law

In re Deepwater Horizon: Additional Insured Questions Resolved

2015-03-01 | Michael A Orlando

Michael Orlando discusses the lessons for all who deal with additional insured issues in liability policies.

Maritime Law

Strict Construction of Master Service Agreements in an Oilfield/Maritime Context

2013-08-01 | Michael A Orlando

The Fifth Circuit holds that the additional insured and primary insurance requirements in the MSA do not apply to self-insurance. Michael Orlando relates the case.

Corporate Aviation

Automation, Risk, and Airplanes without Pilots

2013-02-09 | Adam Webster

It is a fairly unpopular notion to suggest to pilots that their days are numbered as meaningful participants in the actual flying of the machine.