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Litigation Management

Michael Boutot | February 1, 2008

Michael Boutot explains why lawyers can and should be managed, just like any other outside service vendor.

Personal Risk Management

Jack Hungelmann | February 1, 2008

Jack Hungelmann points out the problems of not having standardized umbrella policies.

Liability Insurance

Steven Rawls | February 1, 2008

Steve Rawls and Rebecca Appelbaum examine the caselaw surrounding the allocation issue.

Employment Practices

Paul Siegel | February 1, 2008

Paul Siegel tells how the State Division of Human Rights is now investigating administrative complaints of discrimination more aggressively.

Construction Defect Coverage

Patrick Wielinski | February 1, 2008

Pat Wielinski reviews litigation involving the CGL definitions of "occurrence" and "property damage."

Reinsurance

Larry Schiffer | February 1, 2008

Larry Schiffer discusses these clauses and some of the ramifications that flow from the obligation to report and provide notice of claims.

Environmental

Richard Scislowski | February 1, 2008

ISO did not define "suit," so courts were divided, particularly in pollution cleanup cases. Rich Scislowski explains.

Ethics

George Head | February 1, 2008

February is Ethics Awareness Month. Dr. George Head poses an ethical dilemma for readers to ponder.

Claims Practices

Barry Zalma | February 1, 2008

Barry Zalma shows why insurers who settle with a general release may not be able to close the claim.

Construction Safety

Peter Furst | January 19, 2008

Peter Furst looks at the safety procedures, people focus, operational focus, and organizational systems necessary to ensure an injury-free workplace.