The New York State Bar Association notes that state law requires insurance carriers to negotiate contracts in good faith. As described by Insurance Journal, acting in good faith also means that both parties provide truthful information. Individuals or businesses...
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What’s it Worth? February 9, 2023
Mahomes or Hurts? Chief or Eagles? Which team do the Kelce parents root for this Sunday? Which town does Andy Reid prefer? Lots of questions surround Super Bowl LVII. Speaking of questions, was it really an errant weather balloon? That’s a question we would like...
Defense strategies against orthodontic malpractice claims
People invest thousands of dollars to get beautifully straight teeth. When their treatment does not meet their expectations, unhappy patients may file malpractice claims against orthodontists. If patients file liability claims, a close review of their chart might...
What’s it Worth? January 26, 2023
Belated Happy New Year! Sorry we have been out of touch, but we were very busy watching the New York Giants and their improbable, exciting, and unfortunately short-lived playoff run. Now we can direct our attention to the never ending question of WIW?, well aware of...
3 defenses for an auto liability case
Auto insurance companies inevitably face unfair liability cases from their policyholders. The insurance company must mount a vigorous defense to limit its financial exposure in these situations. People who engage in risky behavior sometimes use liability claims to pay...
How can nursing homes reduce the risk of a negligence claim?
Nursing homes pride themselves on their ability to provide care and comfort to the individuals who need it most. If your nursing facility stands accused of negligence, however, your reputation may suffer in the long term. The mere mention of negligence can impact a...
What’s it Worth? November 17, 2022
“It’s been so long since last we met” is the start to the Georgetown Fight Song and seems fitting today since we have not had a WIW in a while. When last we “met” we presented several brain injury cases. Here are a few more. As you know, brain injury cases are very...
Why you need Employment Practice Liability Insurance
An accusation of workplace discrimination can compromise your company's reputation or cost you significant legal fees. New York's strict anti-discrimination laws are partially responsible for a rise in employee lawsuits. Having Employment Practices Liability Insurance...
Proving an injury is not due to a defect on your property
Business owners of all types must keep premises liability in mind at all times. Customers, residents, and tenants will all be quick to point the finger at the property owner when an injury occurs. In many cases, the injured party might cite a defect on the property as...
How can companies reduce the risk of distracted driving?
If your company employs delivery drivers or technicians who must travel from site to site during their work, then the risk of distracted driving is a huge liability for you. Even the occasional work-related errand calls for preventative action. The CDC reports a...