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Inferior Insurance Product

Implications of the CGL "Auto" Exclusion

James Mahurin | July 3, 2020

A close reading reveals some uncomfortable truths. James Mahurin relates his concerns.

Maritime Law

Safe-Berth Clause in Vessel Charter Agreements

Michael Orlando | July 3, 2020

Mike Orlando discusses Citgo Asphalt Refining Co. v. Frescati Shipping Co., Ltd. , a case addressing consequences concerning a vessel oil pollution incident and safe-berth clauses in vessel charter agreements.

Construction Safety

Construction Safety: Litigation Not Legislation

TJ Lyons | June 26, 2020

TJ Lyons relates construction accidents he's seen and shows why they were preventable.

Workers Compensation Issues

The Coronavirus (COVID-19)—Is It Compensable?

Veronica Bates, Christine Fuge | June 18, 2020

Factors such as whether it was contracted during the course of employment and the laws and case law of the jurisdiction will matter.

Cyber and Privacy Risk and Insurance

Operational Risk Revisited in the Wake of COVID-19

Mark Lanterman | June 12, 2020

Proactive security and technology strategizing are key, Mark Lanterman explains.

Liability Insurance

The Coronavirus and the CGL Policy

Craig Stanovich | June 12, 2020

While coverage depends on the specific facts of the case, Craig Stanovich reviews the possibilities.

Workers Compensation Issues

OSHA and COVID-19 Updates

Tricia Kagerer | June 12, 2020

Tricia Kagerer summarizes recent guidance on how to handle workers who test positive for COVID-19.

Courts and Coverage

The Two "I's" of Risk Transfer: Indemnity and Insurance

David Knapp | June 12, 2020

The Two "I's" of Risk Transfer: Indemnity and Insurance—Scope matters. David Knapp explains the concepts and applications.

Workers Compensation Issues

Employer Perspectives and Priorities during a Pandemic

Mark Walls, Kimberly George | June 5, 2020

Mark Walls and Kimberly George discuss returning to regular business operations.

Construction Quality

Culture of Quality in Operations

Peter Furst | June 5, 2020

Culture of Quality in Operations—Peter Furst relates the principles of quality and their impact on organizations—especially when ignored.

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