If you have questions or would like additional information, please contact Patti Santelle or Laura Rossi.
All posts by thecicr
District of New Jersey Court Clarifies Primary Insurer’s Duty of Good Faith to Excess Insurer
By: Anthony L. Miscioscia and Margo E. Meta A primary insurer has a duty of good faith to an excess insurer to attempt to negotiate a settlement with a third-party…
The Complex Insurance Coverage Reporter – December 2020
How Are Insurers And Policyholders Faring in COVID-19 Business Interruption Coverage Litigation?
Insurer Fails to Provide Notice of ROR to Claimant and Waives Strong Defense: No, This Was Not a New York Case
It is well known that, under New York statutory law, an insurer that fails, in a timely manner, to advise a claimant of a disclaimer to its insured for a bodily injury claim can waive certain coverage defenses. This is a general statement of one aspect of New York Insurance Law § 3420.
Connecticut Supreme Court Finds Duty to Defend When Case Law is Uncertain
By: Eric B. Hermanson and Austin D. Moody The Connecticut Supreme Court recently addressed whether an insurer has a duty to defend when faced with legal uncertainty as to whether…
California Business Interruption COVID-19 Coverage Bill: A New Twist to Proposed State Legislation
By: Edward M. Koch and Felix S. Yelin On July 2, 2020, an amended California Assembly Bill 1552 (Bill 1522 or the bill), which relates to commercial business interruption coverage…