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Design and Professional Liability

Kenneth Slavens | March 17, 2017

Ken Slavens relates a recent Missouri case with significant implications for design professionals and owners.

Courts and Coverage

Brent Cooper | March 10, 2017

Brent Cooper continues the series on little known/understood CGL policy provisions, focusing on clause 1.g of "Supplementary Payments."

Maritime Law

Michael Orlando | March 10, 2017

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

Reinsurance

Larry Schiffer | March 10, 2017

Blockchain technology has the potential of radically changing the way insurance and reinsurance is placed and used in the future.

Construction Law

Robert Miletsky | March 3, 2017

Learn about contra proferentem and other problems that can arise when using imprecise wording in construction contracts.

Corporate Aviation

Adam Webster | March 3, 2017

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

Property Insurance

Jay Levin | March 3, 2017

Be careful when deciding what to insure, and not to insure, as mistakes can cost you real money.

Defense and Settlement

Lyndon Bittle | February 24, 2017

Lyndon Bittle relates a recent Fifth Circuit case that affirmed a $2.8 million judgment against an insurer for failing to accept a Stowers demand.

Personal Risk Management

Paul Farrell | February 17, 2017

Wherever you are on your career path, it's important to mentor, invest in new trainees, and also capitalize on the graying workforce.

Construction Quality

Rose Hall | February 17, 2017

Learn about the risks associated with the use of wood frame construction in commercial construction.