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In Mandarin Oriental, Inc. v. HDI Glob. Ins. Co. et al., Civil Action No. 23 Civ. 4951, 2025 WL 1638071 (S.D.N.Y. June 10, 2025), the District Court of the Southern District of New York followed the modern trend and allowed...more
Bicycling offers an eco-friendly, healthy way to travel through New Jersey’s scenic roads, but even the most cautious riders can be victims of serious accidents. When vehicles weighing thousands of pounds collide with...more
U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals - Am Sec Ass’n v. SEC - APA, rule challenge - Weinstein v. 440 Corp - Rule 41(a), dismissal ...more
In Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Co. v. Naze, No. 4D2024-0098 (Fla. 4th DCA June 4, 2025), the Fourth District Court of Appeal reversed a jury verdict in favor of the insured, holding that the trial court improperly...more
In Universal Prop & Cas. Ins. Co. v. West Naze, No. 4D2024-0098 (Fla. 4th DCA Jun. 4, 2025), the Florida Fourth District Court of Appeal reaffirmed that an insured cannot introduce evidence of claim handling in a breach of...more
Car accidents often cause shoulder injuries. These injuries may affect your ability to work, care for yourself, or move without pain. You may struggle with basic tasks or lose access to activities you once enjoyed. Certain...more
Car accidents can be extremely expensive in terms of medical expenses, property damage, and loss of income. An auto accident can also cause overwhelming physical pain and emotional trauma. You deserve compensation for all the...more
Commercial truck accidents, particularly those involving large vehicles like 18-wheelers, can result in very serious injuries for those involved. In Colorado, the process for securing a truck accident settlement involves an...more
The use of traffic camera evidence is increasingly changing accident cases in California. While witness testimony can be helpful, it’s not always reliable. And some witnesses may not want to testify. The emergence of traffic...more
Regardless of the specific cause of property damage—whether it be vehicle impact, structural collapse, construction defects, equipment failures, fire or explosion, hail, lightning, storms, animal activity, or water...more
U.S. Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals - Kinsale v. Pride of St Lucie - (Fla law) insurance, bad faith, duty to initiate settlement - Pipkins v. Hoover Ala - Fourth Amendment, deadly force - Vargas v. Lincare - False...more
In my years representing seriously injured clients throughout New Jersey, I’ve seen just how devastating a simple slip, trip, or fall can be. A cracked sidewalk or uneven paver stones, a wet grocery store floor, or a poorly...more
Slip and fall incidents are among the most common types of accidents in California and elsewhere. In public spaces like businesses, nearly nine out of ten high-risk areas have no safety measures in place. If you've suffered...more
In what is already a highly regulated industry, it is becoming increasingly difficult for healthcare organizations to navigate the growing volume, complexity and enforcement of laws, regulations and guidance that surround...more
Universal Property and Casualty Ins. Co. v. Brilus, Fla. 4th DCA, No. 4D2023-2878, February 19, 2025 - The Fourth District Court of Appeal reversed the trial court’s denial of Universal’s motion for remittitur. Universal...more
A decision out of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Texas showcases the practical challenge in the relationship between workers’ compensation and the pleading standards required to trigger...more
Thomas A. Bouchard, Jr. v. Citizens Prop. Ins. Corp., Fla. 3d DCA, No. 3D12-2202, February 19, 2025 - Thomas Bouchard, the appellant, appealed a final summary judgment order entered in favor of Citizens Property Insurance...more
In today’s digital age, text messages play a significant role in communication. Whether through SMS, WhatsApp, or other messaging platforms, people send millions of messages daily, often discussing everything from social...more
Liability insurers often receive policy limit demands from third-party claimants that allege serious injuries without corroborating medical records or bills. Since the enactment of California Civil Procedure Code section 999...more
Car accidents are an unfortunate reality on the roads of Tallahassee, Florida. With thousands of vehicles traversing the city daily, collisions are bound to occur. Determining fault and liability in these incidents is often a...more
Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Company v. Medero, Fla. 3d DCA, No. 3D24-0338, February 19, 2025 - The Third District Court of Appeal reversed and remanded the initial fee award entered by the trial court: $150 per...more
Ronald and Lovelie Belizaire v. Citizens Prop. Ins. Corp., Fla. 4th DCA, No. 4D2023-2488, February 12, 2025 - The Fourth District Court of Appeal reversed the trial court’s order granting summary judgment in favor of the...more
A recent case out of Colorado highlights the continued attack on the attorney-client privilege during the claim adjustment process. In In re: Hill Hotel Owner, LLC v. Hanover Insurance Company, 557 P.3d 798 (Colo. Oct. 29,...more
Filing a personal injury claim can be challenging, especially in a state full of unusual laws like California. Each year thousands of Californians seek compensation for injuries and accidents. California has specific laws,...more