Joe Gulick | Claims Journal In the world of insurance valuation disputes, the selection of the appraiser and umpire can significantly influence the outcome of an appraisal. These professionals play an important role in resolving disagreements over the value of damages, and their competence, impartiality, and negotiation skills are essential for achieving fair awards. Whether… Continue reading The Right Appraiser or Umpire for The Insurance Appraisal Process
Using AI to Improve Safety: Managing the Legal Risks Alongside the Benefits
Brandon Brigham, Kaiser Chowdhry, Thomas Cullen Wallace and Mitchell Knafo | Morgan Lewis Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a powerful tool in workplace safety programs—but its use also raises complex legal and governance questions. This Insight examines how employers can integrate AI into safety decision-making while preserving human judgment, meeting regulatory obligations, and managing enforcement… Continue reading Using AI to Improve Safety: Managing the Legal Risks Alongside the Benefits
Don’t Forget the Damages
Jordan Weeks | Frantz Ward During litigation, it’s easy to focus on the merits without addressing how much you are seeking to recover. Sometimes a party is so focused on fault that they disregard the obligation to prove the extent of damages with reasonable certainty. This is what one party recently discovered in Iannetta v. JDL… Continue reading Don’t Forget the Damages
First Material Breach: The “No Recovery” Rule
John Mark Goodman | BuildSmart A contract is an exchange of promises that the law will enforce. Contract law provides that promises are enforceable, under what circumstances, and the available remedies. Although application may vary by jurisdiction, there are some principles of contract law that have been widely adopted. One of those is the principle of “first… Continue reading First Material Breach: The “No Recovery” Rule
Why AI Can’t Replace the Broker Relationship When a Claim Hits
Branislav Urosevic | Insurance Business Clients want speed, but not robots. Mitch experts say AI helps with tasks, yet real conversations still drive trust, clarity, and de-escalation Automation may be transforming the insurance industry, but when it comes to customer service, one thing hasn’t changed – people still want to talk to people. “Automation and… Continue reading Why AI Can’t Replace the Broker Relationship When a Claim Hits