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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.

Maritime Law

Supreme Court Casts Shade on Bright Line Test for Vessel Status

2013-02-01 | Michael A Orlando

Mike Orlando relates a recent maritime case throwing out precedent for a new "reasonable observer" test.

Corporate Aviation

Aviation Certification and Risk Management

2011-07-16 | Adam Webster

Whether your aircraft is flown under for-hire or private rules matters. Adam Webster explains.

Maritime Law

US Supreme Court Constricts Carmack Amendment

2010-09-04 | Michael A Orlando

A recent maritime law decision may impact how cargo damage suits are resolved relating to the Carmack Amendment. Michael Orlando explains.