It depends on the nature of the claim against the insured and the type of coverage at issue. Liability insurance policies are broadly understood as either "occurrence" policies or "claims-made" policies, and each has a...more
Many wineries operate as closely held companies, meaning they’re owned by an individual or small group of shareholders, who are often members of the same family. Disputes regarding ownership interests can arise, particularly...more
Disputes regarding ownership interests often arise in the context of closely held corporations, particularly when directors, officers, or majority shareholders sell or acquire ownership interests in the company. These...more
9/8/2023
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Business Disputes ,
California ,
D&O Insurance ,
Delaware ,
Fiduciary Duty ,
Insurance Industry ,
Legal Fees ,
Misrepresentation ,
Negotiations ,
Ownership Interest ,
Shareholders
An insurer in Washington could not eliminate its coverage obligation based on its insured’s recovery from a third party. T-Mobile USA, Inc. v. Steadfast Ins. Co., et al., No. 82704-9-I, 2022 WL 17246715 (Wash. Ct. App., Nov....more
Real estate is one of the most significant costs for an exempt organization. Furthermore, the laws governing landlord-tenant relationships are complicated, as is a well-designed insurance program. These complexities have been...more
9/3/2020
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Commercial Bankruptcy ,
Commercial General Liability Policies ,
Commercial Tenants ,
Continuing Legal Education ,
Contract Disputes ,
Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Eviction ,
Insurance Claims ,
Insurance Contracts ,
Insurance Industry ,
Landlords ,
Moratorium ,
Nonprofits ,
Webinars
As businesses in the real estate industry grapple with the fallout of the coronavirus pandemic, disputes are on the rise. Understanding your contractual rights early on can help you minimize your litigation risks and exposure...more
8/17/2020
/ Business Losses ,
CARES Act ,
Commercial Bankruptcy ,
Commercial General Liability Policies ,
Commercial Tenants ,
Construction Contracts ,
Construction Disputes ,
Construction Industry ,
Continuing Legal Education ,
Contract Disputes ,
Contract Termination ,
Coronavirus/COVID-19 ,
Delay Claims ,
Denial of Insurance Coverage ,
Dispute Resolution ,
Eviction ,
Executive Orders ,
Force Majeure Clause ,
Governor Newsom ,
Insurance Claims ,
Insurance Industry ,
Insurance Litigation ,
Landlords ,
Lost Productivity ,
Moratorium ,
Preservation of Rights ,
Real Estate Companies ,
Rental Property ,
Risk Mitigation ,
Tenants ,
Webinars