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Phelps Dunbar

Abuse or Molestation Exclusion Bars Coverage for Sexual Assault of Insured’s Employee While Employment Exclusions Do Not

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The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia recently ruled that an insurer must provide coverage to its insured with respect to a civil lawsuit involving allegations of sexual assault. The case, BOJ OF WNC,...more

Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.

American Law Institute Endorses Novel Vicarious Liability Tort for Employee Sexual Assaults

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In a controversial decision, the American Law Institute (ALI) approved a novel “Special Rule on Vicarious Liability for Sexual Assault” that endorses a new strict liability tort claim against employers for certain sexual...more

Saul Ewing LLP

President Biden Signs Law Limiting Enforceability Of Non-Disclosure Agreements In Sexual Harassment/Assault Claims

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On December 7, 2022, President Biden signed into law the Speak Out Act (the “Act”), which prevents courts from enforcing certain non-disclosure and non-disparagement clauses related to claims of sexual assault or harassment....more

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